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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 04017

Opportunity Score

26 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Summary

ZIP 04017 is an urban area. with a population of 568 and household incomes near the national median ($63,750).

568

Population

$63,750

Median Income

-15% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 60.4 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 42.3% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

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

$2,680

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,115

Median Gross Rent

$510 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.