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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 98372

Opportunity Score

79 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98372 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 26,662 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,316).

26,662

Population

$100,316

Median Income

+35% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

11.4/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 37.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 19.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 98372.

Pet Care Services

1.1 per 10K residents

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

$2,110

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,745

Median Gross Rent

$570 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$170 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 $100,316. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.