Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78628
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78628 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 44,821 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,198). There are 7 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 78628.
Area Profile
44,821
Population
$117,198
Median Income
+57% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 37.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 78628.
7
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.6 per 10K residents
7
Pet Care Services
1.6 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 38.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 78628 (7 vs. 11 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,810
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,552
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$890 K 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 $117,198. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+57% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 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