Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46526
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46526 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,527 and household incomes near the national median ($65,864). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 46526.
Area Profile
33,527
Population
$65,864
Median Income
-12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 46526.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,061
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.1 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
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
-12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46553
5.7 mi
Pop: 3,790
$85,861
46528
7.0 mi
Pop: 26,356
$77,620
Walk: 8.4
46516
9.6 mi
Pop: 31,959
$54,934
Walk: 9.3
46517
9.6 mi
Pop: 25,438
$53,263
Walk: 9.6
46542
11.2 mi
Pop: 5,108
$75,192
46550
11.5 mi
Pop: 12,442
$80,403
Walk: 10.1
46507
12.0 mi
Pop: 9,799
$88,510
46514
13.2 mi
Pop: 41,480
$61,784
Walk: 7.8
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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