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Food Truck Market: ZIP 15225

Opportunity Score

41 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 15225 has strong foot traffic at 13.5/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($59,620). 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 15225 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 1,031 and household incomes near the national median ($59,620).

Area Profile

1,031

Population

$59,620

Median Income

-20% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.5/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 44.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 21.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$1,100

2BR Fair Market Rent

$913

Median Gross Rent

$170 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.