Pet Businesses Market: ZIP 49686
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49686 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 25,181 and household incomes near the national median ($71,198). There are 4 pet businesses operations in ZIP 49686.
Area Profile
25,181
Population
$71,198
Median Income
-5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 47.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Pet Businesses and related businesses in ZIP 49686.
4
Pet Businesses
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
3
Vet Services
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Pet Businesses are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 49686 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,209
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.5 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Pet Businesses
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 7.1
49684
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$75,678
Walk: 12.2
49629
11.6 mi
Pop: 2,037
$74,318
49682
12.0 mi
Pop: 4,528
$89,688
Walk: 5.3
49696
12.7 mi
Pop: 10,570
$96,138
Walk: 4.1
49674
14.1 mi
Pop: 168
$120,188
49685
15.0 mi
Pop: 21,297
$82,639
Walk: 5.3
49653
15.2 mi
Pop: 1,813
$84,954
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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