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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02462

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 02462 is an urban area. with a population of 1,459 and household incomes well above the national median ($210,682).

1,459

Population

$210,682

Median Income

+182% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 50.9 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 52.6% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

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

$2,550

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1.3 M

Median Home Value

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 $210,682. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.