Pet Businesses Market: ZIP 21286
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21286 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 21,782 and household incomes above the national median ($93,093). There are 4 pet businesses operations in ZIP 21286.
Area Profile
21,782
Population
$93,093
Median Income
+25% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Pet Businesses and related businesses in ZIP 21286.
4
Pet Businesses
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
10
Vet Services
4.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Pet Businesses are 28.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 21286 (4 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,597
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$700 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Pet Businesses
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
21252
2.9 mi
Pop: 4,675
21234
3.1 mi
Pop: 65,010
$83,139
Walk: 10.7
21239
3.4 mi
Pop: 28,635
$64,288
Walk: 13.0
21285
3.5 mi
Pop: 3
Walk: 13.7
21204
3.7 mi
Pop: 19,605
$98,452
Walk: 9.5
21214
4.2 mi
Pop: 21,295
$82,093
Walk: 12.7
21212
4.2 mi
Pop: 33,425
$96,752
Walk: 13.4
21251
4.3 mi
Pop: 249
Walk: 11.7
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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