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Food Truck Market: ZIP 07204

Opportunity Score
85 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 07204 sits in the above-average walkability at 14.8/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 40% above the national median — $104,418 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 07204 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 13,965 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,418). There are 21 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

13,965
Population
$104,418
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 07204.

11
Sit-Down Restaurants
7.9 per 10K residents
10
Fast Food / Counter
7.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,585
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $240–$440 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