Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 77450
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77450 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 73,226 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,607). There are 8 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 77450.
Area Profile
73,226
Population
$105,607
Median Income
+42% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 34.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 77450.
8
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.1 per 10K residents
5
Pet Care Services
0.7 per 10K residents
5
Pet Stores
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 44.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 77450 (8 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,890
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,730
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$2.7 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 $105,607. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
+42% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.9 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