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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78746

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78746 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 28,268 and household incomes well above the national median ($183,028). There are 7 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 78746.

Area Profile

28,268

Population

$183,028

Median Income

+145% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

9.2/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 42.4 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 57.3% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 78746.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

2.5 per 10K residents

Pet Care Services

1.1 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

1.4 per 10K residents

What this means: Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 78746 (7 vs. 7 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,460

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,097

Median Gross Rent

$1.4 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$4.5 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 $183,028. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.