Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 48067
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48067 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 24,496 and household incomes well above the national median ($107,355). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 48067.
Area Profile
24,496
Population
$107,355
Median Income
+44% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 52.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 48067.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
1.2 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 40.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 48067 (4 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,435
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$620 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Michigan
- 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.
- The median income here is $107,355. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+44% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
48069
1.4 mi
Pop: 2,607
$161,058
Walk: 7.7
48070
2.2 mi
Pop: 6,322
$188,229
Walk: 9.2
48220
2.2 mi
Pop: 21,502
$86,095
Walk: 10.2
48071
2.6 mi
Pop: 28,411
$66,726
Walk: 8.8
48073
2.7 mi
Pop: 33,427
$86,426
Walk: 8.0
48017
3.3 mi
Pop: 11,271
$86,935
Walk: 9.6
48030
3.4 mi
Pop: 14,945
$62,878
Walk: 9.9
48072
3.4 mi
Pop: 15,084
$113,103
Walk: 9.7
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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