Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 97202
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97202 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 44,107 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,353). There are 7 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 97202.
Area Profile
44,107
Population
$100,353
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 37.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 48.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 97202.
7
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.6 per 10K residents
6
Pet Care Services
1.4 per 10K residents
6
Pet Stores
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 36.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 97202 (7 vs. 12 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,674
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$520 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Oregon
- 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 $100,353. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 12
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+35% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.3 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