What are the best areas for veterinary in Louisiana?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Louisiana are ZIP 70447 (score: 100/100), ZIP 70124 (score: 100/100), ZIP 70734 (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 Louisiana compare to other states for veterinary?

Louisiana averages 88/100 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 Louisiana

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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 $100,137 in household income. ZIP 70447 leads at 100, $123,841 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 70447 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$123,841
#2	ZIP 70124 Pop. 21 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,318
#3	ZIP 70734 Pop. 9.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$124,059
#4	ZIP 70030 Pop. 4 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$117,218
#5	ZIP 70739 Pop. 14 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$105,969
#6	ZIP 70710 Pop. 7.1 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$105,635
#7	ZIP 70518 Pop. 17 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$103,574
#8	ZIP 70803 Pop. 3.4 Thousand	88 Excellent	—	—
#9	ZIP 70047 Pop. 13 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$95,240
#10	ZIP 70706 Pop. 23 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$94,768
#11	ZIP 70592 Pop. 32 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$93,453
#12	ZIP 70037 Pop. 17 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$92,193
#13	ZIP 70719 Pop. 4.3 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$92,231
#14	ZIP 70763 Pop. 4.5 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$91,250
#15	ZIP 71234 Pop. 5.2 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,199
#16	ZIP 70665 Pop. 13 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$88,328
#17	ZIP 70711 Pop. 5.6 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$89,274
#18	ZIP 70778 Pop. 2.9 Thousand	80 Excellent	—	$108,419
#19	ZIP 70777 Pop. 4.5 Thousand	80 Excellent	—	$83,363
#20	ZIP 70070 Pop. 14 Thousand	80 Excellent	—	$82,273

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 Louisiana, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $100,137 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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