Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 95820
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 95820 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 35,359 and household incomes near the national median ($69,905).
Area Profile
35,359
Population
$69,905
Median Income
-6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,870
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,646
Median Gross Rent
$390 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
-6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
95824
1.2 mi
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$53,938
Walk: 13.7
95817
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$64,621
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95819
2.3 mi
Pop: 20,173
$127,500
Walk: 15.0
95816
3.1 mi
Pop: 19,079
$90,521
Walk: 16.7
95822
3.8 mi
Pop: 46,269
$80,835
Walk: 14.1
95818
3.9 mi
Pop: 22,798
$120,509
Walk: 15.5
95823
4.2 mi
Pop: 83,254
$63,701
Walk: 12.1
95828
4.6 mi
Pop: 60,532
$77,524
Walk: 11.2
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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