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Food Truck Market: ZIP 15009

Opportunity Score

77 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 15009 has strong foot traffic at 14.3/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income near the national average ($83,629). Lunch and quick-service formats do well here. Premium pricing is harder to sustain than in high-income urban cores — keep your menu math tight.

Market Summary

ZIP 15009 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 15,610 and household incomes above the national median ($83,629). There are 29 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

15,610

Population

$83,629

Median Income

+12% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.3/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 45.3 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 30.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 15009.

Sit-Down Restaurants

9.6 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

9.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,000

2BR Fair Market Rent

$725

Median Gross Rent

$250 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$920 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $120–$320 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.