Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 90303
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 90303 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 23,169 and household incomes near the national median ($70,853).
Area Profile
23,169
Population
$70,853
Median Income
-5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 34.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,709
Median Gross Rent
$760 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$620 K deposits
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
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
90305
1.5 mi
Pop: 14,612
$89,030
Walk: 13.5
90304
1.8 mi
Pop: 26,215
$63,317
Walk: 14.0
90250
2.0 mi
Pop: 94,991
$74,923
Walk: 13.2
90047
2.1 mi
Pop: 50,925
$70,187
Walk: 14.2
90301
2.3 mi
Pop: 36,428
$62,991
Walk: 14.8
90249
2.7 mi
Pop: 25,967
$84,921
Walk: 13.3
90044
3.0 mi
Pop: 95,859
$51,433
Walk: 14.0
90302
3.1 mi
Pop: 28,871
$72,461
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