Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 95073
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 95073 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 11,487 and household incomes well above the national median ($113,929).
Area Profile
11,487
Population
$113,929
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$4,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,093
Median Gross Rent
$1 M
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.
- The median income here is $113,929. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+53% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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95010
4.7 mi
Pop: 8,697
$96,701
Walk: 14.2
95066
6.0 mi
Pop: 15,369
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95062
6.1 mi
Pop: 36,047
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Walk: 14.1
95033
8.6 mi
Pop: 9,884
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95041
8.8 mi
Pop: 846
$161,034
95018
9.3 mi
Pop: 6,377
$119,130
Walk: 11.1
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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