Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 21793
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21793 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 10,914 and household incomes well above the national median ($128,504). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 21793.
Area Profile
10,914
Population
$128,504
Median Income
+72% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 21793.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
3.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,489
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$290 K deposits
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.
- The median income here is $128,504. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+72% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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21798
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21762
6.6 mi
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21702
6.9 mi
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Walk: 11.2
21705
7.2 mi
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21774
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21788
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Walk: 6.7
21778
8.8 mi
Pop: 840
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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