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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 83642

Opportunity Score

76 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 83642 is an urban area. with a population of 58,049 and household incomes above the national median ($96,361). There are 14 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 83642.

Area Profile

58,049

Population

$96,361

Median Income

+29% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 38.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 30.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 83642.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

2.4 per 10K residents

Pet Care Services

1.9 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

1.0 per 10K residents

What this means: Veterinary Practices are 45.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 83642 (14 vs. 17 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$1,990

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,629

Median Gross Rent

$490 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.6 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Idaho

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.