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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 89178

Opportunity Score

76 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 89178 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 43,155 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,985).

43,155

Population

$104,985

Median Income

+41% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

8.8/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 35.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 27.5% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 89178.

Pet Care Services

1.2 per 10K residents

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

$2,290

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,030

Median Gross Rent

$450 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$77 K 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.
The median income here is $104,985. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.