Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 47916
Opportunity Score
12
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 47916 is an suburban area. with a population of 40 and household incomes near the national median ($51,250).
Area Profile
40
Population
$51,250
Median Income
-31% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 28.7 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$60 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-31% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
47990
5.4 mi
Pop: 1,374
$60,640
Walk: 4.0
47989
6.4 mi
Pop: 1,243
$101,369
Walk: 3.4
47949
7.8 mi
Pop: 1,563
$77,750
47965
9.5 mi
Pop: 550
$75,089
Walk: 5.1
47859
10.7 mi
Pop: 1,078
$46,667
47933
11.2 mi
Pop: 28,227
$61,968
Walk: 8.3
46175
13.1 mi
Pop: 451
$72,143
47994
13.9 mi
Pop: 510
$98,125
Walk: 4.6
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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