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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02445

Opportunity Score

88 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 02445 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 22,568 and household incomes well above the national median ($145,878).

22,568

Population

$145,878

Median Income

+96% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.0/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 34.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 58.6% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

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

$3,710

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,779

Median Gross Rent

$1.2 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$580 K 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.
The median income here is $145,878. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.