Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 77027
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77027 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 19,269 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,861). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 77027.
Area Profile
19,269
Population
$102,861
Median Income
+38% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 60.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 77027.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 77027 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,840
Median Gross Rent
$880 K
Median Home Value
22
Bank Branches
$21 M 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.
- The median income here is $102,861. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 22
vs. National Average
Median Income
+38% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.3 pts vs. national avg
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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