Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 22946
Opportunity Score
4
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 22946 is an urban area.
Area Profile
148
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 45.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 47.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
Nearby Markets
22937
4.1 mi
Pop: 1,556
$77,375
22902
5.2 mi
Pop: 24,396
$91,162
Walk: 14.5
24590
7.2 mi
Pop: 7,940
$88,068
Walk: 4.3
22959
8.9 mi
Pop: 1,802
$110,066
Walk: 5.4
22969
9.6 mi
Pop: 1,675
$93,611
24562
10.7 mi
Pop: 619
$60,125
22903
11.2 mi
Pop: 39,925
$64,352
Walk: 12.5
22931
11.8 mi
Pop: 219
$106,875
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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