Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 48906
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48906 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 25,960 and household incomes near the national median ($61,533).
Area Profile
25,960
Population
$61,533
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 48906.
4
Pet Care Services
1.5 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,033
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$38 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.1 pts vs. national avg
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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