Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78258
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78258 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 51,672 and household incomes well above the national median ($116,133). There are 12 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 78258.
Area Profile
51,672
Population
$116,133
Median Income
+56% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 40.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 78258.
12
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
4
Pet Care Services
0.8 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 60.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 78258 (12 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,720
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
21
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 $116,133. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 21
vs. National Average
Median Income
+56% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.2 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