Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 93591
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 93591 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,531 and household incomes near the national median ($60,903).
Area Profile
7,531
Population
$60,903
Median Income
-18% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 29.4 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 5.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,463
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-18% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
93535
8.6 mi
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$65,989
Walk: 8.2
93544
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$87,069
93553
11.9 mi
Pop: 1,349
$73,029
93543
13.6 mi
Pop: 12,217
$69,375
93552
14.6 mi
Pop: 43,903
$84,894
Walk: 8.2
92372
16.2 mi
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93550
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Pop: 79,929
$63,811
Walk: 7.4
92371
21.8 mi
Pop: 21,678
$78,761
Walk: 8.0
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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