Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 48895
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48895 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 11,294 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,565). There are 7 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 48895.
Area Profile
11,294
Population
$100,565
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 48895.
7
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
6.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,005
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$95 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 $100,565. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+35% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.2 pts vs. national avg
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48872
8.5 mi
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48840
8.6 mi
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48819
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48823
13.5 mi
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Walk: 13.1
48857
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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