Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 80918
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80918 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 48,291 and household incomes above the national median ($82,743). There are 15 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 80918.
Area Profile
48,291
Population
$82,743
Median Income
+11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 25.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 80918.
15
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
3.1 per 10K residents
10
Pet Care Services
2.1 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 51.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 80918 (15 vs. 14 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,572
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$780 K 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.4 pts vs. national avg
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80909
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80923
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80924
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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