Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 48167
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48167 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,281 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,378). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 48167.
Area Profile
23,281
Population
$118,378
Median Income
+59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 43.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 48167.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.3 per 10K residents
4
Pet Care Services
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 42.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 48167 (3 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,580
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.2 M 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 $118,378. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+59% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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48374
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48170
4.5 mi
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Walk: 8.8
48375
4.8 mi
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48377
6.1 mi
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48393
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48187
7.9 mi
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Walk: 8.3
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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