Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 20722
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 20722 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 6,362 and household incomes above the national median ($85,750). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 20722.
Area Profile
6,362
Population
$85,750
Median Income
+15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
17.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 38.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 20722.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
4.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,200
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,505
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Maryland
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+15% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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1.1 mi
Pop: 9,179
$68,452
Walk: 14.2
20781
1.3 mi
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$91,037
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20018
1.7 mi
Pop: 19,956
$92,569
Walk: 14.6
20710
1.8 mi
Pop: 9,764
$64,406
20782
2.4 mi
Pop: 34,646
$88,226
Walk: 14.4
20017
2.9 mi
Pop: 21,013
$101,543
Walk: 14.1
20019
3.0 mi
Pop: 64,365
$57,031
Walk: 13.3
20002
3.1 mi
Pop: 70,580
$114,482
Walk: 14.6
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits