Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 01028
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01028 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 16,283 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,997).
Area Profile
16,283
Population
$100,997
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,229
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$790 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Massachusetts
- 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 $100,997. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+35% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.8 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