Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 77359
Opportunity Score
26
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77359 is an rural area. with a population of 727 and household incomes near the national median ($59,432).
Area Profile
727
Population
$59,432
Median Income
-20% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 46.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-20% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
77334
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77364
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Pop: 1,835
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77367
8.1 mi
Pop: 634
$73,923
Walk: 4.8
75862
13.3 mi
Pop: 10,030
$49,497
Walk: 5.0
77331
13.4 mi
Pop: 7,348
$50,321
77360
13.5 mi
Pop: 6,130
$49,004
Walk: 6.4
77340
17.9 mi
Pop: 35,439
$46,878
Walk: 7.3
77320
18.0 mi
Pop: 37,458
$51,765
Walk: 3.7
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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