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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78717

Opportunity Score

80 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78717 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 36,085 and household incomes well above the national median ($140,483).

36,085

Population

$140,483

Median Income

+88% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

7.7/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 45.5% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 78717.

Pet Care Services

1.4 per 10K residents

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

$2,080

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,833

Median Gross Rent

$600 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$940 K 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.
The median income here is $140,483. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.