What are the best areas for veterinary in Delaware?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Delaware are ZIP 19807 (score: 100/100), ZIP 19734 (score: 100/100), ZIP 19717 (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 Delaware compare to other states for veterinary?

Delaware averages 85/100 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 Delaware

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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 $95,923 in household income. ZIP 19807 leads at 100, $156,905 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 19807 Pop. 7.8 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$156,905
#2	ZIP 19734 Pop. 14 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$131,745
#3	ZIP 19717 Pop. 6.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#4	ZIP 19962 Pop. 13 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$107,868
#5	ZIP 19810 Pop. 26 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$110,486
#6	ZIP 19971 Pop. 16 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$103,301
#7	ZIP 19938 Pop. 9.9 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$96,338
#8	ZIP 19930 Pop. 2.9 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$118,092
#9	ZIP 19970 Pop. 8.3 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,802
#10	ZIP 19808 Pop. 38 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$92,883
#11	ZIP 19806 Pop. 9.9 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$86,240
#12	ZIP 19975 Pop. 10 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$86,063
#13	ZIP 19939 Pop. 7.8 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$86,583
#14	ZIP 19945 Pop. 8.9 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$86,021
#15	ZIP 19968 Pop. 15 Thousand	78 Good	—	$81,646
#16	ZIP 19934 Pop. 14 Thousand	78 Good	—	$79,100
#17	ZIP 19977 Pop. 27 Thousand	78 Good	—	$78,803
#18	ZIP 19943 Pop. 13 Thousand	76 Good	—	$77,247
#19	ZIP 19804 Pop. 18 Thousand	76 Good	—	$76,204
#20	ZIP 19946 Pop. 5.5 Thousand	76 Good	—	$76,213

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 Delaware, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $95,923 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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