Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 22314
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 22314 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 35,696 and household incomes well above the national median ($144,359). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 22314.
Area Profile
35,696
Population
$144,359
Median Income
+94% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 39.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 65.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 22314.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.1 per 10K residents
10
Pet Care Services
2.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 28.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 22314 (4 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,312
Median Gross Rent
$860 K
Median Home Value
21
Bank Branches
$3.9 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Virginia
- 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 $144,359. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 21
vs. National Average
Median Income
+94% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.8 pts vs. national avg
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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