What are the best areas for veterinary in Minnesota?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Minnesota are ZIP 55439 (score: 100/100), ZIP 55442 (score: 100/100), ZIP 55038 (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 Minnesota compare to other states for veterinary?

Minnesota averages 100/100 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 Minnesota

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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 $144,214 in household income. ZIP 55439 leads at 100, $173,925 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 55439 Pop. 9.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$173,925
#2	ZIP 55442 Pop. 13 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,714
#3	ZIP 55038 Pop. 24 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$127,194
#4	ZIP 55359 Pop. 7.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$129,508
#5	ZIP 55042 Pop. 13 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$154,779
#6	ZIP 55356 Pop. 5.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$171,333
#7	ZIP 55446 Pop. 28 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$169,412
#8	ZIP 55347 Pop. 30 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$152,850
#9	ZIP 55346 Pop. 19 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$137,125
#10	ZIP 55340 Pop. 9.8 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$174,120
#11	ZIP 55455 Pop. 5.2 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#12	ZIP 55331 Pop. 19 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$160,029
#13	ZIP 55327 Pop. 5.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$133,721
#14	ZIP 55073 Pop. 4.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$130,556
#15	ZIP 55317 Pop. 22 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$133,573
#16	ZIP 55315 Pop. 7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$140,446
#17	ZIP 55920 Pop. 8.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,102
#18	ZIP 55309 Pop. 21 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$118,387
#19	ZIP 55129 Pop. 32 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$152,500
#20	ZIP 55115 Pop. 8.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$132,796

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 Minnesota, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $144,214 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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