Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 49236
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49236 is an urban area. with a population of 4,940 and household incomes above the national median ($75,230).
Area Profile
4,940
Population
$75,230
Median Income
+1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 43.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,330
2BR Fair Market Rent
$853
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$43 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+1% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
49286
4.7 mi
Pop: 14,331
$73,054
Walk: 6.3
48158
8.1 mi
Pop: 7,688
$97,692
48176
8.9 mi
Pop: 23,325
$110,987
Walk: 7.2
49287
9.8 mi
Pop: 2,122
$87,411
Walk: 5.3
49229
9.9 mi
Pop: 3,538
$92,150
Walk: 5.8
49268
14.3 mi
Pop: 1,026
$87,250
Walk: 3.5
48103
14.4 mi
Pop: 54,635
$115,513
Walk: 11.3
49221
14.7 mi
Pop: 41,041
$57,316
Walk: 8.8
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the VetCostCalc calculator.
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