Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 94709
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94709 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 12,179 and household incomes above the national median ($95,223).
Area Profile
12,179
Population
$95,223
Median Income
+28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 30.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 53.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,420
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,988
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$100 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.7 pts vs. national avg
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94720
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94703
1.2 mi
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94702
1.6 mi
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94707
1.6 mi
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94708
1.7 mi
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94705
2.1 mi
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94706
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Walk: 16.0
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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