Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 92708
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 92708 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 56,358 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,797). There are 14 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 92708.
Area Profile
56,358
Population
$111,797
Median Income
+50% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 43.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 92708.
14
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
2.5 per 10K residents
6
Pet Care Services
1.1 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 58.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 92708 (14 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,507
Median Gross Rent
$1 M
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$2.9 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 $111,797. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+50% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.7 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