Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 79920
Opportunity Score
0
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79920 is an urban area.
Area Profile
28
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 21.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
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
Nearby Markets
79930
1.1 mi
Pop: 25,484
$41,826
Walk: 13.8
79904
1.9 mi
Pop: 33,022
$40,892
Walk: 12.5
79903
2.8 mi
Pop: 15,120
$38,294
Walk: 14.5
79906
2.9 mi
Pop: 6,061
$51,907
79902
3.7 mi
Pop: 18,529
$45,333
Walk: 16.0
79905
4.5 mi
Pop: 22,062
$25,496
Walk: 14.0
79901
4.6 mi
Pop: 8,321
$13,984
Walk: 17.0
79912
5.4 mi
Pop: 79,126
$72,290
Walk: 11.5
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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