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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 02822

Opportunity Score

82 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 02822 is an urban area. with a population of 6,139 and household incomes above the national median ($87,185).

6,139

Population

$87,185

Median Income

+17% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 38.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 27.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 02822.

Pet Care Services

4.9 per 10K residents

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

$2,060

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,128

Median Gross Rent

$470 K

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.