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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 23112

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 23112 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 56,364 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,716). There are 9 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 23112.

Area Profile

56,364

Population

$117,716

Median Income

+58% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

8.0/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 38.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 33.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 23112.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

1.6 per 10K residents

Pet Care Services

1.1 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

0.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 23112 (9 vs. 9 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,040

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,706

Median Gross Rent

$370 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.3 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 $117,716. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.