What are the best areas for veterinary in District of Columbia?

The top-rated areas for veterinary in District of Columbia are ZIP 20120 (score: 100/100), ZIP 20112 (score: 100/100), ZIP 20105 (score: 100/100). Rankings are based on walkability, median household income, population density, and existing competition.

What makes a good location for veterinary?

A strong location for veterinary combines high walkability (foot traffic), solid median income (spending power), sufficient population density, and manageable competition. Our opportunity score weighs all four factors on a 0–100 scale.

How does District of Columbia compare to other states for veterinary?

District of Columbia averages 99/100 across 20 scored ZIP codes — rated a excellent market. Scores factor in walkability, income, population, and competition.

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Best Cities for Vet Costs in District of Columbia

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Top 20 ZIP codes ranked by opportunity score. Score combines walkability (foot traffic), population density, median income, and veterinary practices competition.

The top markets here average $153,340 in household income. ZIP 20120 leads at 100, $149,844 median income, zero existing veterinary practices.

80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair <40 Challenging

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#	ZIP Code	Score	Walkability	Median Income
#1	ZIP 20120 Pop. 43 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$149,844
#2	ZIP 20112 Pop. 30 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$191,108
#3	ZIP 20105 Pop. 36 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$202,775
#4	ZIP 20141 Pop. 8.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$181,912
#5	ZIP 20158 Pop. 5.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$206,375
#6	ZIP 20165 Pop. 34 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$185,594
#7	ZIP 20166 Pop. 14 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$135,246
#8	ZIP 20015 Pop. 15 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001
#9	ZIP 20012 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$128,234
#10	ZIP 20001 Pop. 44 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$138,730
#11	ZIP 20181 Pop. 10 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$162,986
#12	ZIP 20008 Pop. 29 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$123,653
#13	ZIP 20194 Pop. 12 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$166,423
#14	ZIP 20190 Pop. 22 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,928
#15	ZIP 20187 Pop. 19 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$166,113
#16	ZIP 20002 Pop. 71 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$114,482
#17	ZIP 20005 Pop. 13 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$111,960
#18	ZIP 20010 Pop. 32 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$110,260
#19	ZIP 20011 Pop. 67 Thousand	94 Excellent	—	$108,377
#20	ZIP 20036 Pop. 4.6 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$105,800

Data updated March 2026. Sources: Census Bureau ACS 2023, USDA National Walkability Index 2021, County Business Patterns 2022.

What the Data Shows

Opportunity is spread across District of Columbia, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $153,340 in household income. The common thread: veterinary demand that outpaces supply. These markets have room.

How to Use This Table

Click any ZIP for a full breakdown: demographics, nearby competition, and walkability score. The opportunity score weights income, foot traffic, and competition equally. If your concept skews upscale, sort by Income. If lunch crowds matter more, sort by Walkability.

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