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Food Truck Market: ZIP 15027

Opportunity Score

49 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 15027 has decent foot traffic at 12.0/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($62,708). 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 15027 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 2,136 and household incomes near the national median ($62,708).

Area Profile

2,136

Population

$62,708

Median Income

-16% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

12.0/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 47.3 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 20.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$1,050

2BR Fair Market Rent

$906

Median Gross Rent

$180 K

Median Home Value

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $130–$330 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.