What are the best areas for veterinary in Arizona?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Arizona are ZIP 85212 (score: 100/100), ZIP 85045 (score: 100/100), ZIP 85298 (score: 100/100). Rankings are based on walkability, median household income, population density, and existing competition.

What makes a good location for veterinary?

A strong location for veterinary combines high walkability (foot traffic), solid median income (spending power), sufficient population density, and manageable competition. Our opportunity score weighs all four factors on a 0–100 scale.

How does Arizona compare to other states for veterinary?

Arizona averages 97/100 across 20 scored ZIP codes — rated a excellent market. Scores factor in walkability, income, population, and competition.

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Best Cities for Vet Costs in Arizona

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Top 20 ZIP codes ranked by opportunity score. Score combines walkability (foot traffic), population density, median income, and veterinary practices competition.

The top markets here average $130,768 in household income. ZIP 85212 leads at 100, $123,404 median income, zero existing veterinary practices.

80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair <40 Challenging

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#	ZIP Code	Score	Walkability	Median Income
#1	ZIP 85212 Pop. 50 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$123,404
#2	ZIP 85045 Pop. 7.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$154,300
#3	ZIP 85298 Pop. 44 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$146,688
#4	ZIP 85297 Pop. 36 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$132,684
#5	ZIP 85253 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$182,150
#6	ZIP 85083 Pop. 21 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$157,437
#7	ZIP 85087 Pop. 9.8 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$120,688
#8	ZIP 85936 Pop. 4 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$127,227
#9	ZIP 86011 Pop. 4.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#10	ZIP 85734 Pop. 5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#11	ZIP 85266 Pop. 13 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$157,137
#12	ZIP 85641 Pop. 32 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,647
#13	ZIP 85355 Pop. 13 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$115,401
#14	ZIP 85377 Pop. 3.5 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$143,315
#15	ZIP 85755 Pop. 18 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$109,368
#16	ZIP 85395 Pop. 39 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$107,980
#17	ZIP 85388 Pop. 35 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$107,131
#18	ZIP 85629 Pop. 31 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$106,039
#19	ZIP 85339 Pop. 54 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$104,023
#20	ZIP 85263 Pop. 3.3 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$137,200

Data updated March 2026. Sources: Census Bureau ACS 2023, USDA National Walkability Index 2021, County Business Patterns 2022.

What the Data Shows

Opportunity is spread across Arizona, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $130,768 in household income. The common thread: veterinary demand that outpaces supply. These markets have room.

How to Use This Table

Click any ZIP for a full breakdown: demographics, nearby competition, and walkability score. The opportunity score weights income, foot traffic, and competition equally. If your concept skews upscale, sort by Income. If lunch crowds matter more, sort by Walkability.

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