Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 92106
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 92106 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 20,863 and household incomes well above the national median ($127,209).
Area Profile
20,863
Population
$127,209
Median Income
+71% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 42.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,231
Median Gross Rent
$1.4 M
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.3 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 $127,209. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+71% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.8 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