Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 92147
Opportunity Score
4
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 92147 is an urban area.
Area Profile
172
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 22.4 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 5.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
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
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92118
1.9 mi
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92107
2.1 mi
Pop: 29,789
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92135
2.7 mi
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Walk: 5.5
92110
3.1 mi
Pop: 31,186
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Walk: 14.7
92101
3.3 mi
Pop: 48,163
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Walk: 15.7
92132
3.3 mi
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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