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Food Truck Market: ZIP 02148

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 02148 sits in the top walkability tier at 15.0/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 35% above the national median — $100,606 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 02148 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 65,906 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,606). The area has 86 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

65,906

Population

$100,606

Median Income

+35% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

15.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Walkable

Median Age: 35.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 33.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 02148.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.6 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.9 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

5.2 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 4.4% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 86 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.

$2,204

Median Gross Rent

$630 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.2 M deposits

What to Expect Here

Fixed Location Beats Roaming

High-foot-traffic areas reward consistency. If you can secure a recurring spot near offices or transit stops, build your weekly schedule around it. Regular customers drive more revenue than novelty seekers.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 86 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.