What are the best areas for veterinary in Arkansas?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Arkansas are ZIP 72718 (score: 100/100), ZIP 72713 (score: 98/100), ZIP 72719 (score: 96/100). 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 Arkansas compare to other states for veterinary?

Arkansas averages 83/100 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 Arkansas

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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 $91,892 in household income, with 12.0 existing veterinary practices per ZIP. ZIP 72718 leads at 100, $141,404 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	Veterinary Practices
#1	ZIP 72718 Pop. 5.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$141,404	0
#2	ZIP 72713 Pop. 26 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$117,752	0
#3	ZIP 72719 Pop. 19 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$111,250	0
#4	ZIP 72714 Pop. 14 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$94,464	0
#5	ZIP 72207 Pop. 11 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$93,958	0
#6	ZIP 72751 Pop. 9.3 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$92,173	0
#7	ZIP 72730 Pop. 11 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$88,780	0
#8	ZIP 72135 Pop. 3.4 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$100,060	0
#9	ZIP 72745 Pop. 15 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$88,958	0
#10	ZIP 72011 Pop. 4.6 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$88,636	0
#11	ZIP 72019 Pop. 30 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$86,025	0
#12	ZIP 72405 Pop. 18 Thousand	80 Excellent	—	$84,722	0
#13	ZIP 72715 Pop. 17 Thousand	78 Good	—	$80,880	0
#14	ZIP 72007 Pop. 9.9 Thousand	78 Good	—	$79,550	0
#15	ZIP 72058 Pop. 18 Thousand	78 Good	—	$80,406	0
#16	ZIP 72941 Pop. 4.8 Thousand	76 Good	—	$77,292	0
#17	ZIP 72176 Pop. 8.9 Thousand	76 Good	—	$77,511	0
#18	ZIP 72173 Pop. 10 Thousand	76 Good	—	$75,819	0
#19	ZIP 72364 Pop. 16 Thousand	76 Good	—	$76,118	0
#20	ZIP 72712 Pop. 38 Thousand	76 Good	—	$102,073	12

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 Arkansas, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $91,892 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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