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Food Truck Market: ZIP 15112

Opportunity Score

60 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 15112 scores 15.0/20 for walkability — foot traffic is there. Income levels run 37% below the national average though, which puts real pressure on menu pricing. Value-forward concepts outperform premium ones in markets like this. Customers in this ZIP are price-conscious. That's not a reason to avoid it — it's a reason to price correctly from day one.

Market Summary

ZIP 15112 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 3,345 and household incomes below the national median ($47,298).

Area Profile

3,345

Population

$47,298

Median Income

-37% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

15.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Walkable

Median Age: 35.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 16.2% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$1,020

2BR Fair Market Rent

$777

Median Gross Rent

$89 K

Median Home Value

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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is $47,298.