Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 23323
Opportunity Score
59
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 23323 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 43,383 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,912). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 23323.
Area Profile
43,383
Population
$105,912
Median Income
+42% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 23323.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,590
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$140 K 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 $105,912. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+42% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 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