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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 22911

Opportunity Score

75 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 22911 is an urban area. with a population of 18,985 and household incomes well above the national median ($121,556). There are 6 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 22911.

Area Profile

18,985

Population

$121,556

Median Income

+63% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 41.4 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 44.5% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 22911.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

3.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,970

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,882

Median Gross Rent

$430 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.1 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 $121,556. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.