Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 98380
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98380 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,187 and household incomes well above the national median ($123,162).
Area Profile
5,187
Population
$123,162
Median Income
+65% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,770
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,584
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Washington
- 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 $123,162. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+65% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98312
8.5 mi
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98528
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98383
11.9 mi
Pop: 22,047
$106,902
Walk: 7.5
98555
13.5 mi
Pop: 213
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98320
13.8 mi
Pop: 1,313
$53,000
98315
14.1 mi
Pop: 5,931
$84,485
Walk: 6.5
98588
15.0 mi
Pop: 1,797
$72,448
98311
16.4 mi
Pop: 27,947
$98,714
Walk: 9.2
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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