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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 79119

Opportunity Score

79 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 79119 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 23,202 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,546).

23,202

Population

$100,546

Median Income

+35% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.9/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 37.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 29.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 79119.

Pet Care Services

2.2 per 10K residents

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

$1,330

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,217

Median Gross Rent

$340 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$700 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 $100,546. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.