Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 84096
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 84096 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 71,115 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,800).
Area Profile
71,115
Population
$117,800
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 29.2 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 23.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 84096.
8
Pet Care Services
1.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,888
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$80 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Utah
- 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 $117,800. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+58% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.1 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