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Food Truck Market: ZIP 11103

Opportunity Score

67 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 11103 sits in the above-average walkability at 14.0/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 24% above the national median — $92,787 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 11103 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 35,357 and household incomes above the national median ($92,787). With 7 food trucks and 150 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

35,357

Population

$92,787

Median Income

+24% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 42.1% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 11103.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

2.0 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

23.8 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

18.7 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 4.5% of the food scene here (7 trucks vs. 150 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$2,970

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,120

Median Gross Rent

$1 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2.3 M deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $360–$560 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.

Premium Pricing Holds Here

Income levels and education rates both point toward a market that will pay for quality. Specialty ingredients, dietary accommodations, and strong branding all command price premiums in this ZIP. Don't race to the bottom.