Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46774
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46774 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 17,066 and household incomes near the national median ($70,758).
Area Profile
17,066
Population
$70,758
Median Income
-5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$961
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$320 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
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46815
6.0 mi
Pop: 26,811
$67,224
Walk: 11.0
46835
6.5 mi
Pop: 37,589
$75,595
Walk: 7.7
46816
7.8 mi
Pop: 19,240
$43,760
Walk: 9.7
46803
8.0 mi
Pop: 11,187
$31,797
Walk: 14.6
46797
8.3 mi
Pop: 4,438
$92,000
Walk: 3.5
46806
8.8 mi
Pop: 26,060
$44,601
Walk: 9.6
46741
8.9 mi
Pop: 4,218
$90,114
46745
9.8 mi
Pop: 1,895
$89,632
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the VetCostCalc calculator.
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