Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 85654
Opportunity Score
12
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85654 is an urban area with low foot traffic.
Area Profile
0
Population
Urban
Area Type
4.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,660
2BR Fair Market Rent
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
vs. National Average
Walkability
-6.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
85658
7.0 mi
Pop: 16,255
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85742
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$96,550
Walk: 6.8
85743
8.0 mi
Pop: 30,627
$89,484
Walk: 9.2
85741
9.5 mi
Pop: 33,332
$71,812
Walk: 11.0
85755
12.5 mi
Pop: 18,231
$109,368
Walk: 5.4
85704
12.8 mi
Pop: 34,608
$76,915
Walk: 9.3
85745
13.1 mi
Pop: 37,788
$68,608
Walk: 10.1
85737
14.4 mi
Pop: 22,951
$106,812
Walk: 7.5
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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