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Food Truck Market: ZIP 07748

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

Market Profile

ZIP 07748 sits in the above-average walkability at 11.6/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 104% above the national figure — $152,488 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 07748 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,288 and household incomes well above the national median ($152,488). There are 33 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

28,288
Population
$152,488
Median Income
+104% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 43.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 07748.

18
Sit-Down Restaurants
6.4 per 10K residents
15
Fast Food / Counter
5.3 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,900
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,483
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $230–$430 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