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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 80228

Opportunity Score

63 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 80228 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,677 and household incomes well above the national median ($110,013). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 80228.

Area Profile

34,677

Population

$110,013

Median Income

+48% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.3/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 39.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 45.0% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 80228.

Veterinary Practices

Low competition — room to establish

0.9 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,220

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,819

Median Gross Rent

$610 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.2 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 $110,013. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.