Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46748
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46748 is an urban area. with a population of 6,933 and household incomes above the national median ($98,443).
Area Profile
6,933
Population
$98,443
Median Income
+32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 33.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,790
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,147
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$85 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+32% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
46845
4.5 mi
Pop: 28,664
$115,690
Walk: 6.2
46738
4.9 mi
Pop: 8,462
$62,212
Walk: 8.0
46825
6.7 mi
Pop: 29,071
$68,890
Walk: 12.7
46763
6.9 mi
Pop: 1,358
$98,603
Walk: 5.7
46765
9.0 mi
Pop: 5,972
$105,114
46710
9.4 mi
Pop: 4,486
$81,927
46818
9.9 mi
Pop: 21,914
$86,583
Walk: 6.0
46808
10.5 mi
Pop: 19,916
$53,632
Walk: 13.1
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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