Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02635
Opportunity Score
96
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02635 is an urban area. with a population of 3,673 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,295).
Area Profile
3,673
Population
$118,295
Median Income
+59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 55.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 44.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,122
Median Gross Rent
$650 K
Median Home Value
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 $118,295. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+59% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
02655
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$100,927
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02649
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02648
3.7 mi
Pop: 7,592
$131,125
Walk: 7.4
02644
6.4 mi
Pop: 3,618
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02632
6.8 mi
Pop: 12,217
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Walk: 13.0
02537
7.2 mi
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02668
8.5 mi
Pop: 2,514
$108,042
Walk: 7.0
02672
8.7 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 8.6
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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