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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 98235

Opportunity Score

22 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98235 is an urban area. with a population of 515 and household incomes near the national median ($60,082).

515

Population

$60,082

Median Income

-19% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 28.6 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 7.2% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,630

2BR Fair Market Rent

$740

Median Gross Rent

$500 K

Median Home Value

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.