Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 85296
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85296 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 52,058 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,120). There are 6 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 85296.
Area Profile
52,058
Population
$117,120
Median Income
+57% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 85296.
6
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.2 per 10K residents
6
Pet Care Services
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 85296 (6 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,680
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,141
Median Gross Rent
$500 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$750 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Arizona
- 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 $117,120. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+57% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.1 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