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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78245

Opportunity Score

69 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78245 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 91,388 and household incomes above the national median ($87,890).

91,388

Population

$87,890

Median Income

+18% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

8.7/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 32.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 16.1% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 78245.

Pet Care Services

0.9 per 10K residents

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

$1,600

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,563

Median Gross Rent

$240 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$32 M deposits

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.