Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46764
Opportunity Score
33
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46764 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,697 and household incomes near the national median ($66,818).
Area Profile
1,697
Population
$66,818
Median Income
-10% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
3.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 12.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,023
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46562
4.5 mi
Pop: 5,118
$61,599
46555
8.9 mi
Pop: 2,398
$70,268
46760
10.2 mi
Pop: 1,129
$44,375
Walk: 3.8
46787
10.2 mi
Pop: 4,144
$70,030
Walk: 5.6
46725
10.9 mi
Pop: 22,941
$76,214
Walk: 5.2
46732
10.9 mi
Pop: 2,434
$63,258
Walk: 6.3
46796
12.0 mi
Pop: 217
Walk: 3.3
46590
12.7 mi
Pop: 5,073
$97,813
Walk: 5.6
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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