Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46383
Opportunity Score
54
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46383 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 42,464 and household incomes above the national median ($75,575). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 46383.
Area Profile
42,464
Population
$75,575
Median Income
+1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 25.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 46383.
5
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
0.7 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 45.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 46383 (5 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,144
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
17
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Indiana
- 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
- Veterinary Practices
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 17
vs. National Average
Median Income
+1% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46385
8.4 mi
Pop: 41,390
$97,208
Walk: 6.6
46390
8.7 mi
Pop: 2,965
$79,219
46391
8.8 mi
Pop: 8,555
$86,955
Walk: 5.0
46302
10.6 mi
Pop: 36
$66,000
46347
10.6 mi
Pop: 4,778
$84,246
Walk: 5.6
46304
11.3 mi
Pop: 27,402
$88,551
Walk: 7.6
46393
12.1 mi
Pop: 128
$36,645
Walk: 4.1
46348
14.0 mi
Pop: 1,201
$51,076
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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