Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 86409
Opportunity Score
43
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 86409 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 30,868 and household incomes below the national median ($48,499). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 86409.
Area Profile
30,868
Population
$48,499
Median Income
-35% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
6.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 86409.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.3 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 86409 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$884
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$920 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-35% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.7 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