Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 80487
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80487 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 18,378 and household incomes well above the national median ($106,837). There are 7 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 80487.
Area Profile
18,378
Population
$106,837
Median Income
+43% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
7.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 42.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 80487.
7
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
3.8 per 10K residents
6
Pet Care Services
3.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 53.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 80487 (7 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,927
Median Gross Rent
$920 K
Median Home Value
8
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 $106,837. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+43% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.9 pts vs. national avg
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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