Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 91902
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 91902 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 17,445 and household incomes well above the national median ($121,727). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 91902.
Area Profile
17,445
Population
$121,727
Median Income
+63% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 31.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 91902.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.7 per 10K residents
5
Pet Care Services
2.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 37.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 91902 (3 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,252
Median Gross Rent
$920 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$1.1 M 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.
- The median income here is $121,727. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+63% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 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