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Food Truck Market: ZIP 11552

Opportunity Score
92 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 11552 sits in the top walkability tier at 15.3/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 105% above the national figure — $153,192 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 11552 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 26,053 and household incomes well above the national median ($153,192). There are 42 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

26,053
Population
$153,192
Median Income
+105% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 36.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 11552.

14
Sit-Down Restaurants
5.4 per 10K residents
28
Fast Food / Counter
10.7 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,880
2BR Fair Market Rent
$3,185
Median Gross Rent
$620 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$640 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $350–$550 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