Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 48726
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48726 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,715 and household incomes near the national median ($65,788).
Area Profile
5,715
Population
$65,788
Median Income
-12% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
3.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$788
Median Gross Rent
$120 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$160 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
48729
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48735
8.2 mi
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$61,250
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48426
9.8 mi
Pop: 1,275
$59,727
48754
10.1 mi
Pop: 979
$71,518
Walk: 4.2
48755
13.8 mi
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48741
14.2 mi
Pop: 2,049
$61,875
Walk: 3.6
48472
15.6 mi
Pop: 1,444
$61,397
Walk: 6.4
48410
16.2 mi
Pop: 100
$53,958
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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