What are the best areas for veterinary in Texas?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in Texas are ZIP 77345 (score: 100/100), ZIP 77204 (score: 100/100), ZIP 78266 (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 Texas compare to other states for veterinary?

Texas 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 Texas

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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 $142,406 in household income. ZIP 77345 leads at 100, $156,844 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 77345 Pop. 28 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$156,844
#2	ZIP 77204 Pop. 4.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#3	ZIP 78266 Pop. 7.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$132,470
#4	ZIP 75054 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$161,715
#5	ZIP 78261 Pop. 27 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$140,120
#6	ZIP 78260 Pop. 37 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$150,705
#7	ZIP 77059 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$166,614
#8	ZIP 78255 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$151,673
#9	ZIP 78248 Pop. 14 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$130,605
#10	ZIP 75229 Pop. 34 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,381
#11	ZIP 78121 Pop. 15 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,726
#12	ZIP 75209 Pop. 14 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,121
#13	ZIP 77523 Pop. 28 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$120,839
#14	ZIP 75205 Pop. 26 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$188,396
#15	ZIP 75182 Pop. 8.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$157,500
#16	ZIP 75166 Pop. 6.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$129,130
#17	ZIP 78015 Pop. 24 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$155,488
#18	ZIP 77018 Pop. 30 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,658
#19	ZIP 77843 Pop. 7.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#20	ZIP 75089 Pop. 35 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$125,315

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 Texas, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $142,406 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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