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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 83852

Opportunity Score
28 / 100 Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 83852 is an suburban area. with a population of 1,438 and household incomes below the national median ($47,361).

Area Profile

1,438
Population
$47,361
Median Income
-36% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$1,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$988
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$170 K 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.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Suburban
Bank Branches
2

vs. National Average

Median Income
-36% vs. $74,580

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Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits