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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 77389

Opportunity Score

63 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 77389 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 44,545 and household incomes well above the national median ($145,228). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 77389.

Area Profile

44,545

Population

$145,228

Median Income

+95% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

6.6/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 34.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 34.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 77389.

Veterinary Practices

Low competition — room to establish

1.1 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,160

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,795

Median Gross Rent

$390 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$57 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.
The median income here is $145,228. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.