Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 79406
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79406 is an urban area.
Area Profile
7,738
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 19.2 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
1
Bank Branches
$14 K 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
Nearby Markets
79410
1.4 mi
Pop: 10,425
$48,350
Walk: 8.7
79411
1.8 mi
Pop: 6,380
$44,866
Walk: 9.2
79401
1.8 mi
Pop: 8,641
$27,255
Walk: 10.1
79402
2.5 mi
Pop: 0
79413
2.9 mi
Pop: 23,464
$67,062
Walk: 8.7
79412
3.1 mi
Pop: 15,275
$47,306
79414
3.9 mi
Pop: 17,471
$49,637
Walk: 9.0
79404
7.1 mi
Pop: 8,686
$48,642
Walk: 6.4
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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