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Food Truck Market: ZIP 19151

Opportunity Score

67 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 19151 has strong foot traffic at 14.5/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($54,634). 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 19151 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 33,267 and household incomes near the national median ($54,634). There are 32 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

33,267

Population

$54,634

Median Income

-27% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.5/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 34.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 18.5% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 19151.

Sit-Down Restaurants

2.4 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

7.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,189

Median Gross Rent

$190 K

Median Home Value

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.