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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 80134

Opportunity Score

75 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 80134 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 77,814 and household incomes well above the national median ($142,162). There are 15 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 80134.

Area Profile

77,814

Population

$142,162

Median Income

+91% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

8.2/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 37.9 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 39.6% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 80134.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

1.9 per 10K residents

Pet Care Services

2.4 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

0.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Veterinary Practices are 39.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 80134 (15 vs. 23 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,420

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,027

Median Gross Rent

$640 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.7 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Colorado

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 $142,162. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.