Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 82009
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 82009 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,355 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,727). There are 8 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 82009.
Area Profile
35,355
Population
$102,727
Median Income
+38% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 82009.
8
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 72.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 82009 (8 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,106
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$720 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Wyoming
- 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 $102,727. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+38% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 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