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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78613

Opportunity Score

79 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78613 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 89,162 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,829). There are 19 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 78613.

Area Profile

89,162

Population

$120,829

Median Income

+62% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

7.8/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 37.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 37.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 78613.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

2.1 per 10K residents

Pet Care Services

1.0 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

0.8 per 10K residents

What this means: Veterinary Practices are 54.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 78613 (19 vs. 16 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,060

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,733

Median Gross Rent

$460 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2.1 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 $120,829. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.