Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 79366
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79366 is an urban area. with a population of 1,081 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,458).
Area Profile
1,081
Population
$111,458
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 53.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,450
2BR Fair Market Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
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 $111,458. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
79364
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Walk: 5.3
79404
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Walk: 6.4
79403
9.3 mi
Pop: 15,941
$45,343
Walk: 5.5
79402
11.4 mi
Pop: 0
79412
11.9 mi
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79343
12.1 mi
Pop: 1,309
$67,596
79401
12.1 mi
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Walk: 10.1
79411
12.2 mi
Pop: 6,380
$44,866
Walk: 9.2
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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