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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 20117

Opportunity Score

90 / 100 Excellent

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 20117 is an urban area. with a population of 3,248 and household incomes well above the national median ($148,063).

3,248

Population

$148,063

Median Income

+99% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 52.3 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 41.9% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,540

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,762

Median Gross Rent

$950 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$330 K deposits

A veterinary practice costs $500K-$1.5M to start from scratch. Most new vets buy into existing practices or start mobile to reduce overhead.
DEA registration, state veterinary license, and controlled substance permits all take time. Start applications 6 months before your target opening.
Pet ownership rates vary by ZIP. Suburban areas with single-family homes consistently outperform dense urban cores for vet visit volume.
Emergency and after-hours services command 2-3x standard pricing. Even offering limited emergency hours gives you a revenue edge in most markets.
The median income here is $148,063. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.