Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 01746
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01746 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,964 and household incomes well above the national median ($154,684).
Area Profile
14,964
Population
$154,684
Median Income
+107% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 46.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 01746.
7
Pet Care Services
4.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,651
Median Gross Rent
$620 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$240 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 $154,684. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+107% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 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