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Food Truck Market: ZIP 19154

Opportunity Score
77 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 19154 sits in the above-average walkability at 12.3/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 25% above the national median — $93,479 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 19154 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,084 and household incomes above the national median ($93,479). There are 31 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

34,084
Population
$93,479
Median Income
+25% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 19154.

16
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.7 per 10K residents
15
Fast Food / Counter
4.4 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,830
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,396
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$420 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $220–$420 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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits