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Food Truck Market: ZIP 19111

Opportunity Score

55 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 19111 has strong foot traffic at 14.6/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($60,441). 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 19111 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 65,821 and household incomes near the national median ($60,441). The area has 49 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

65,821

Population

$60,441

Median Income

-19% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.6/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 38.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 17.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 19111.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.6 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

2.6 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

4.9 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 7.5% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 49 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,570

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,221

Median Gross Rent

$240 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$520 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $190–$390 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 49 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.