Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02124
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02124 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 55,897 and household incomes above the national median ($79,168).
Area Profile
55,897
Population
$79,168
Median Income
+6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 02124.
4
Pet Care Services
0.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,783
Median Gross Rent
$610 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$710 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02126
1.2 mi
Pop: 25,313
$67,206
Walk: 14.2
02121
1.6 mi
Pop: 28,298
$38,565
Walk: 14.3
02122
1.7 mi
Pop: 23,471
$82,945
Walk: 15.5
02125
2.5 mi
Pop: 33,069
$71,810
Walk: 15.2
02119
2.7 mi
Pop: 26,851
$43,255
Walk: 15.8
02130
3.1 mi
Pop: 41,109
$130,533
Walk: 15.0
02186
3.1 mi
Pop: 28,716
$177,222
Walk: 12.8
02131
3.4 mi
Pop: 31,564
$109,237
Walk: 13.5
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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