Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 85365
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85365 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 53,149 and household incomes near the national median ($68,358). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 85365.
Area Profile
53,149
Population
$68,358
Median Income
-8% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 85365.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
0.6 per 10K residents
5
Pet Care Services
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 37.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 85365 (3 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,510
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,259
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$270 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-8% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.3 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