Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 77057
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77057 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 45,394 and household incomes near the national median ($66,200). There are 8 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 77057.
Area Profile
45,394
Population
$66,200
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 33.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 37.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 77057.
8
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.8 per 10K residents
6
Pet Care Services
1.3 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 47.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 77057 (8 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,760
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,354
Median Gross Rent
$320 K
Median Home Value
20
Bank Branches
$5.1 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 20
vs. National Average
Median Income
-11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.8 pts vs. national avg
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77081
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77027
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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