What are the best areas for veterinary in Nebraska?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Nebraska are ZIP 68142 (score: 100/100), ZIP 68118 (score: 100/100), ZIP 68007 (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 Nebraska compare to other states for veterinary?

Nebraska averages 91/100 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 Nebraska

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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 $110,128 in household income. ZIP 68142 leads at 100, $122,917 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 68142 Pop. 4.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$122,917
#2	ZIP 68118 Pop. 9.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$137,358
#3	ZIP 68007 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$137,767
#4	ZIP 68116 Pop. 34 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$119,182
#5	ZIP 68136 Pop. 21 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,483
#6	ZIP 68133 Pop. 13 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$130,978
#7	ZIP 68526 Pop. 7.8 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$117,447
#8	ZIP 68462 Pop. 4.9 Thousand	98 Excellent	—	$116,023
#9	ZIP 68372 Pop. 4.2 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$114,450
#10	ZIP 68512 Pop. 14 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$101,828
#11	ZIP 68122 Pop. 13 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$103,317
#12	ZIP 68157 Pop. 5.3 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$96,126
#13	ZIP 68123 Pop. 34 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$96,188
#14	ZIP 68147 Pop. 13 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$91,706
#15	ZIP 68023 Pop. 2.7 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$118,281
#16	ZIP 68003 Pop. 5 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,714
#17	ZIP 68069 Pop. 3.1 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$113,442
#18	ZIP 68066 Pop. 5.7 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,324
#19	ZIP 68064 Pop. 3.9 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$92,938
#20	ZIP 68048 Pop. 14 Thousand	80 Excellent	—	$85,083

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 Nebraska, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $110,128 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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