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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 98253

Opportunity Score

50 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98253 is an rural area. with a population of 2,141 and household incomes near the national median ($73,393).

2,141

Population

$73,393

Median Income

-2% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 64.0 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 48.7% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

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

$1,460

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,464

Median Gross Rent

$710 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.
This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.