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Food Truck Market: ZIP 11379

Opportunity Score
80 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 11379 sits in the above-average walkability at 14.3/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 24% above the national median — $92,509 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 11379 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 37,378 and household incomes above the national median ($92,509). There are 36 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

37,378
Population
$92,509
Median Income
+24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.7 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.5% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 11379.

11
Sit-Down Restaurants
2.9 per 10K residents
25
Fast Food / Counter
6.7 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,730
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,989
Median Gross Rent
$890 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$1.3 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $330–$530 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