Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 85339
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85339 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 53,972 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,023).
Area Profile
53,972
Population
$104,023
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,590
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,008
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$340 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 $104,023. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+39% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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85042
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85041
10.3 mi
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85044
11.6 mi
Pop: 40,419
$96,374
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85043
13.8 mi
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85040
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Pop: 33,325
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85009
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$51,615
Walk: 13.2
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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