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Food Truck Market: ZIP 19029

Opportunity Score
67 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 19029 has strong foot traffic at 14.5/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($53,451). 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 19029 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 3,980 and household incomes near the national median ($53,451). There are 9 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

3,980
Population
$53,451
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.8% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 19029.

6
Sit-Down Restaurants
15.1 per 10K residents
3
Fast Food / Counter
7.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,351
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$56 K deposits

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