Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 24366
Opportunity Score
11
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 24366 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 333 and household incomes below the national median ($34,205).
Area Profile
333
Population
$34,205
Median Income
-54% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
3.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 53.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 7.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$63 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.
- Median income sits at $34,205. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-54% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
24701
7.5 mi
Pop: 17,943
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24315
9.4 mi
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$63,982
Walk: 6.5
24740
9.6 mi
Pop: 16,559
$46,272
Walk: 8.9
24731
9.8 mi
Pop: 12
24739
10.2 mi
Pop: 13,093
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Walk: 5.6
24314
10.4 mi
Pop: 1,353
$62,250
24737
12.7 mi
Pop: 1,169
$28,927
Walk: 5.5
24747
12.8 mi
Pop: 3,551
$45,421
Walk: 5.6
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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