Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 01473
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01473 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 8,289 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,161).
Area Profile
8,289
Population
$101,161
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
5.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,643
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
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 $101,161. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
01440
6.0 mi
Pop: 21,298
$63,526
Walk: 9.9
01420
6.5 mi
Pop: 41,677
$70,334
Walk: 12.6
01541
7.2 mi
Pop: 3,500
$150,577
Walk: 4.9
01452
7.8 mi
Pop: 4,339
$102,344
Walk: 4.0
01430
8.2 mi
Pop: 6,450
$115,146
01438
9.0 mi
Pop: 192
01431
9.8 mi
Pop: 3,188
$110,536
Walk: 4.8
01453
10.1 mi
Pop: 43,635
$82,098
Walk: 10.3
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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