Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 93460
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 93460 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,425 and household incomes well above the national median ($131,932). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 93460.
Area Profile
6,425
Population
$131,932
Median Income
+77% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
4.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 93460.
5
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
7.8 per 10K residents
4
Pet Care Services
6.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 93460 (5 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,604
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$94 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.
- The median income here is $131,932. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+77% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.8 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