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Food Truck Market: ZIP 02915

Opportunity Score
76 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 02915 has strong foot traffic at 13.4/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income near the national average ($84,414). 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 02915 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,752 and household incomes above the national median ($84,414). There are 14 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

16,752
Population
$84,414
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 45.1 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 25.1% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 02915.

7
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.2 per 10K residents
7
Fast Food / Counter
4.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,443
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$120 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