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Food Truck Market: ZIP 11704

Opportunity Score
84 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 11704 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.7/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 70% above the national figure — $127,034 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 11704 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,285 and household incomes well above the national median ($127,034). There are 43 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

40,285
Population
$127,034
Median Income
+70% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 41.0 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 11704.

18
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.5 per 10K residents
25
Fast Food / Counter
6.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,580
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,089
Median Gross Rent
$490 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$930 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $310–$510 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