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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 85138

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 85138 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 52,342 and household incomes above the national median ($93,609).

52,342

Population

$93,609

Median Income

+26% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

6.7/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 14.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 85138.

Pet Care Services

0.6 per 10K residents

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

$2,440

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,919

Median Gross Rent

$340 K

Median Home Value

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.