What are the best areas for veterinary in New Mexico?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in New Mexico are ZIP 87122 (score: 100/100), ZIP 87547 (score: 100/100), ZIP 87047 (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 New Mexico compare to other states for veterinary?

New Mexico averages 82/100 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 New Mexico

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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 $96,867 in household income, with 4.0 existing veterinary practices per ZIP. ZIP 87122 leads at 100, $161,299 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 87122 Pop. 19 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$161,299	0
#2	ZIP 87547 Pop. 5.6 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$150,714	0
#3	ZIP 87047 Pop. 5.2 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$111,546	0
#4	ZIP 87048 Pop. 9.2 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$112,716	0
#5	ZIP 87043 Pop. 4.4 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$110,268	0
#6	ZIP 87144 Pop. 50 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,973	0
#7	ZIP 87506 Pop. 16 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,504	0
#8	ZIP 87059 Pop. 10 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$89,267	0
#9	ZIP 88242 Pop. 7.7 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$88,654	0
#10	ZIP 87116 Pop. 4 Thousand	78 Good	—	$78,877	0
#11	ZIP 87501 Pop. 15 Thousand	78 Good	—	$81,229	0
#12	ZIP 88011 Pop. 31 Thousand	76 Good	—	$75,139	0
#13	ZIP 88260 Pop. 15 Thousand	76 Good	—	$75,197	0
#14	ZIP 87402 Pop. 11 Thousand	76 Good	—	$76,992	0
#15	ZIP 88312 Pop. 3.2 Thousand	76 Good	—	$95,479	0
#16	ZIP 87008 Pop. 2.3 Thousand	74 Good	—	$108,523	0
#17	ZIP 87544 Pop. 14 Thousand	72 Good	—	$135,108	4
#18	ZIP 87529 Pop. 4.9 Thousand	72 Good	—	$68,370	0
#19	ZIP 88008 Pop. 12 Thousand	72 Good	—	$69,502	0
#20	ZIP 88012 Pop. 33 Thousand	70 Good	—	$66,988	0

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 New Mexico, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $96,867 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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