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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 82053

Opportunity Score

62 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 82053 is an urban area. with a population of 1,566 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,536).

1,566

Population

$105,536

Median Income

+42% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 49.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 19.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 82053.

Pet Care Services

19.2 per 10K residents

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

$1,220

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,739

Median Gross Rent

$250 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$44 K deposits

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 $105,536. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.