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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 86301

Opportunity Score

74 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 86301 is an urban area. with a population of 26,204 and household incomes near the national median ($71,962).

26,204

Population

$71,962

Median Income

-4% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 57.9 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 28.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 86301.

Pet Care Services

2.3 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

1.1 per 10K residents

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

$1,860

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,580

Median Gross Rent

$500 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2.5 M deposits

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.