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Food Truck Market: ZIP 07052

Opportunity Score
88 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 07052 sits in the above-average walkability at 12.6/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 76% above the national figure — $131,456 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 07052 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 48,323 and household incomes well above the national median ($131,456). There are 61 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

48,323
Population
$131,456
Median Income
+76% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 41.7 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 37.5% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 07052.

35
Sit-Down Restaurants
7.2 per 10K residents
26
Fast Food / Counter
5.4 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,791
Median Gross Rent
$530 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $300–$500 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