Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46628
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46628 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 27,929 and household incomes near the national median ($56,889).
Area Profile
27,929
Population
$56,889
Median Income
-24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,068
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$150 K 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
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-24% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46616
4.0 mi
Pop: 6,219
$56,293
Walk: 8.0
46619
4.7 mi
Pop: 21,179
$46,679
Walk: 7.4
46624
4.9 mi
Pop: 31
46556
5.4 mi
Pop: 8,159
46637
5.4 mi
Pop: 16,079
$72,401
Walk: 7.8
46601
5.8 mi
Pop: 4,933
$27,080
Walk: 11.0
46613
5.9 mi
Pop: 11,726
$41,625
Walk: 10.6
46617
6.4 mi
Pop: 10,402
$73,700
Walk: 9.3
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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