Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 90302
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 90302 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,871 and household incomes near the national median ($72,461).
Area Profile
28,871
Population
$72,461
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 20.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,784
Median Gross Rent
$730 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in California
- 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
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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$62,991
Walk: 14.8
90056
1.5 mi
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90043
1.6 mi
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$65,496
Walk: 13.1
90305
2.1 mi
Pop: 14,612
$89,030
Walk: 13.5
90304
2.6 mi
Pop: 26,215
$63,317
Walk: 14.0
90008
2.6 mi
Pop: 33,443
$61,822
Walk: 11.8
90230
3.0 mi
Pop: 31,570
$106,827
Walk: 15.3
90303
3.1 mi
Pop: 23,169
$70,853
Walk: 13.8
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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