Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 97741
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97741 is an rural area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 13,750 and household incomes near the national median ($69,696).
Area Profile
13,750
Population
$69,696
Median Income
-7% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
10.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$993
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$260 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-7% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.4 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