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Food Truck Market: ZIP 02721

Opportunity Score
65 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 02721 has strong foot traffic at 14.8/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($52,841). Lunch and quick-service formats do well here. Premium pricing is harder to sustain than in high-income urban cores — keep your menu math tight.

Market Summary

ZIP 02721 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 26,521 and household incomes near the national median ($52,841). There are 62 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

26,521
Population
$52,841
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 11.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 02721.

28
Sit-Down Restaurants
10.6 per 10K residents
34
Fast Food / Counter
12.8 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,102
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$910 K 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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits