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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02148

Opportunity Score

83 / 100 Excellent

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 02148 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 65,509 and household incomes above the national median ($95,298).

65,509

Population

$95,298

Median Income

+28% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

15.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Walkable

Median Age: 35.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 33.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 02148.

Pet Care Services

0.5 per 10K residents

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,740

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,066

Median Gross Rent

$610 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.2 M deposits

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.