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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78548

Opportunity Score

22 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78548 is an suburban area. with a population of 1,456 and household incomes below the national median ($37,212).

1,456

Population

$37,212

Median Income

-50% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

Median Age: 31.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 0.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,020

2BR Fair Market Rent

$803

Median Gross Rent

$52 K

Median Home Value

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.
Median income sits at $37,212. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.