Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02713
Opportunity Score
33
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02713 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 42 and household incomes above the national median ($78,750).
Area Profile
42
Population
$78,750
Median Income
+6% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 62.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 69.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$700 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02543
7.6 mi
Pop: 810
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Walk: 8.4
02535
10.5 mi
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02748
10.5 mi
Pop: 11,501
$105,455
Walk: 11.4
02744
12.5 mi
Pop: 12,549
$54,841
Walk: 14.7
02719
14.3 mi
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Walk: 11.2
02740
15.0 mi
Pop: 46,336
$54,563
Walk: 15.1
02791
15.5 mi
Pop: 316
$104,712
Walk: 5.4
02575
16.0 mi
Pop: 2,417
$181,304
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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