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Food Truck Market: ZIP 08817

Opportunity Score

84 / 100 Excellent

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 08817 sits in the above-average walkability at 12.4/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 47% above the national median — $109,734 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 08817 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 47,924 and household incomes well above the national median ($109,734). There are 118 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

47,924

Population

$109,734

Median Income

+47% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

12.4/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 38.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 33.8% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 08817.

Sit-Down Restaurants

12.7 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

11.9 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,150

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,946

Median Gross Rent

$410 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$3.8 M 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.