Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 76643
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 76643 is an urban area. with a population of 16,244 and household incomes above the national median ($83,798).
Area Profile
16,244
Population
$83,798
Median Income
+12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,800
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,389
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$28 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Texas
- A veterinary practice costs $500K-$1.5M to start from scratch. Most new vets buy into existing practices or start mobile to reduce overhead.
- DEA registration, state veterinary license, and controlled substance permits all take time. Start applications 6 months before your target opening.
- Pet ownership rates vary by ZIP. Suburban areas with single-family homes consistently outperform dense urban cores for vet visit volume.
- Emergency and after-hours services command 2-3x standard pricing. Even offering limited emergency hours gives you a revenue edge in most markets.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+12% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
76655
4.2 mi
Pop: 9,572
$106,012
76711
5.4 mi
Pop: 9,631
$52,617
Walk: 9.2
76710
6.2 mi
Pop: 23,270
$53,304
Walk: 8.8
76712
6.9 mi
Pop: 28,719
$96,267
Walk: 6.7
76630
7.1 mi
Pop: 1,688
$75,938
76707
7.7 mi
Pop: 16,602
$38,208
Walk: 7.5
76706
7.8 mi
Pop: 40,668
$42,277
Walk: 6.5
76701
8.2 mi
Pop: 1,732
$24,593
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the VetCostCalc calculator.
About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits