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Food Truck Market: ZIP 11249

Opportunity Score

72 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 11249 sits in the above-average walkability at 14.9/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 63% above the national figure — $121,400 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 11249 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 45,353 and household incomes well above the national median ($121,400). The area has 101 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

45,353

Population

$121,400

Median Income

+63% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.9/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 30.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 38.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 11249.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.7 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

17.2 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

5.1 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 2.9% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 101 restaurants). Mobile food is underrepresented — customers have few options.

Operating Costs

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

$2,980

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,982

Median Gross Rent

$1.3 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$670 K 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 101 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Young Market Dynamics

Median age under 32 and solid walkability is a good combination for street food. Late lunch and post-work hours tend to outperform breakfast in younger markets. Social media discovery works here too.