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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 78886

Opportunity Score

48 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78886 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 499 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,276).

499

Population

$119,276

Median Income

+60% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

6.3/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 7.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,180

2BR Fair Market Rent

$160 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.
The median income here is $119,276. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.