Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 04252
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 04252 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,908 and household incomes near the national median ($72,303).
Area Profile
4,908
Population
$72,303
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,030
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$35 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Maine
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
04250
4.2 mi
Pop: 4,808
$71,903
04280
5.5 mi
Pop: 6,886
$63,250
Walk: 6.6
04287
6.6 mi
Pop: 3,180
$78,238
Walk: 4.7
04222
7.5 mi
Pop: 4,203
$96,492
Walk: 4.3
04240
8.6 mi
Pop: 37,886
$56,558
Walk: 8.7
04086
8.7 mi
Pop: 9,644
$82,356
Walk: 7.4
04011
11.3 mi
Pop: 22,081
$74,102
Walk: 6.4
04236
12.1 mi
Pop: 4,390
$91,736
Walk: 5.5
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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