What are the best areas for veterinary in North Dakota?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in North Dakota are ZIP 58047 (score: 100/100), ZIP 58503 (score: 92/100), ZIP 58078 (score: 88/100). 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 Dakota compare to other states for veterinary?

North Dakota averages 77/100 across 20 scored ZIP codes — rated a good market. Scores factor in walkability, income, population, and competition.

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Best Cities for Vet Costs in North Dakota

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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 $90,462 in household income. ZIP 58047 leads at 100, $142,216 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 58047 Pop. 5.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$142,216
#2	ZIP 58503 Pop. 37 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$105,108
#3	ZIP 58078 Pop. 40 Thousand	88 Excellent	—	$97,206
#4	ZIP 58801 Pop. 34 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$90,119
#5	ZIP 58105 Pop. 2.7 Thousand	84 Excellent	—	$118,636
#6	ZIP 58854 Pop. 9.3 Thousand	82 Excellent	—	$88,234
#7	ZIP 58703 Pop. 23 Thousand	80 Excellent	—	$82,926
#8	ZIP 58504 Pop. 30 Thousand	78 Good	—	$78,671
#9	ZIP 58318 Pop. 3.8 Thousand	78 Good	—	$84,150
#10	ZIP 58784 Pop. 2.7 Thousand	76 Good	—	$107,321
#11	ZIP 58237 Pop. 5.1 Thousand	72 Good	—	$68,056
#12	ZIP 58763 Pop. 4.2 Thousand	70 Good	—	$64,743
#13	ZIP 58704 Pop. 4.6 Thousand	70 Good	—	$65,571
#14	ZIP 58072 Pop. 8.1 Thousand	70 Good	—	$66,603
#15	ZIP 58523 Pop. 3.3 Thousand	70 Good	—	$85,600
#16	ZIP 58421 Pop. 3 Thousand	68 Good	—	$84,688
#17	ZIP 58042 Pop. 1.4 Thousand	68 Good	—	$141,500
#18	ZIP 58075 Pop. 8.9 Thousand	68 Good	—	$64,161
#19	ZIP 58059 Pop. 1.6 Thousand	68 Good	—	$116,023
#20	ZIP 58103 Pop. 49 Thousand	66 Good	—	$57,699

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 Dakota, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $90,462 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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