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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 22720

Opportunity Score

70 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 22720 is an urban area. with a population of 1,531 and household incomes well above the national median ($164,583).

1,531

Population

$164,583

Median Income

+121% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 39.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 12.8% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,760

2BR Fair Market Rent

$540 K

Median Home Value

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 $164,583. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.