What are the best areas for veterinary in North Carolina?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in North Carolina are ZIP 28278 (score: 100/100), ZIP 28270 (score: 100/100), ZIP 27571 (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 North Carolina compare to other states for veterinary?

North Carolina averages 93/100 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 North Carolina

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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 $112,799 in household income. ZIP 28278 leads at 100, $121,366 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 28278 Pop. 36 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,366
#2	ZIP 28270 Pop. 33 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$128,660
#3	ZIP 27571 Pop. 8.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$129,340
#4	ZIP 28310 Pop. 10 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#5	ZIP 28207 Pop. 9.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$212,348
#6	ZIP 28223 Pop. 4.2 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#7	ZIP 27527 Pop. 36 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$111,011
#8	ZIP 27958 Pop. 14 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$109,634
#9	ZIP 28374 Pop. 20 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$106,746
#10	ZIP 27929 Pop. 3.3 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$122,558
#11	ZIP 27235 Pop. 5 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$101,440
#12	ZIP 28542 Pop. 3.6 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$112,981
#13	ZIP 28202 Pop. 17 Thousand	90 Excellent	—	$101,711
#14	ZIP 27976 Pop. 4.2 Thousand	88 Excellent	—	$96,835
#15	ZIP 28673 Pop. 6.3 Thousand	88 Excellent	—	$99,036
#16	ZIP 28107 Pop. 9.6 Thousand	88 Excellent	—	$96,632
#17	ZIP 27592 Pop. 20 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$94,564
#18	ZIP 27607 Pop. 26 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$95,216
#19	ZIP 27572 Pop. 6.5 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$96,128
#20	ZIP 27514 Pop. 33 Thousand	86 Excellent	—	$94,167

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 North Carolina, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $112,799 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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