Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02452
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02452 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,173 and household incomes well above the national median ($112,902).
Area Profile
16,173
Population
$112,902
Median Income
+51% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 32.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 31.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 02452.
6
Pet Care Services
3.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,325
Median Gross Rent
$780 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$960 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 $112,902. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+51% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.7 pts vs. national avg
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02460
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02465
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02421
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02472
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Walk: 15.0
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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