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Food Truck Market: ZIP 07001

Opportunity Score
83 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 07001 sits in the top walkability tier at 15.1/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 29% above the national median — $95,935 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 07001 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 17,143 and household incomes above the national median ($95,935). There are 17 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

17,143
Population
$95,935
Median Income
+29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 39.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 07001.

5
Sit-Down Restaurants
2.9 per 10K residents
12
Fast Food / Counter
7.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,839
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$540 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $260–$460 in markets like this.

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