Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 46952
Opportunity Score
44
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46952 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 17,825 and household incomes near the national median ($53,481). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 46952.
Area Profile
17,825
Population
$53,481
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 46952.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$785
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$450 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46953
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Walk: 7.9
46940
7.5 mi
Pop: 2,913
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46991
8.2 mi
Pop: 1,657
$47,321
Walk: 4.9
46933
9.0 mi
Pop: 6,469
$59,398
Walk: 8.2
46987
9.6 mi
Pop: 1,109
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Walk: 4.3
46938
11.9 mi
Pop: 2,576
$45,469
Walk: 6.4
46930
13.7 mi
Pop: 202
$51,250
46928
13.8 mi
Pop: 4,450
$63,387
Walk: 3.8
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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