Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 01748
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01748 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 19,050 and household incomes well above the national median ($204,418).
Area Profile
19,050
Population
$204,418
Median Income
+174% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 49.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,500
Median Gross Rent
$730 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$310 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 $204,418. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+174% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.6 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