Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 77084
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77084 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 109,115 and household incomes above the national median ($76,327).
Area Profile
109,115
Population
$76,327
Median Income
+2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 33.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 77084.
4
Pet Care Services
0.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,730
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,522
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$1.9 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 Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.6 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