How many food trucks are in ZIP 21224?

There are 4 food trucks registered in ZIP 21224. Competition is low, which is a favorable signal for operators entering this market.

Is ZIP 21224 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 21224 scores 60/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 21224?

The median household income in ZIP 21224 is $86,209, 16% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 21224?

Food trucks are 2.5% of the food service market in ZIP 21224 (4 trucks vs. 155 restaurants). Mobile food is underrepresented — customers have few truck options, but restaurant presence proves dining demand.

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Food Truck Costs Near Baltimore, MD (21224)

Opportunity Score

60 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 21224 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores low — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 21224 is an urban area. with a population of 46,949 and household incomes above the national median ($86,209). The area has 155 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

46,949

Population

$86,209

Median Income

+16% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 33.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 36.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 21224.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.9 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

14.9 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

18.1 per 10K residents

What this means: Food Trucks are 2.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 21224 (4 vs. 155 related businesses). Food Trucks are underrepresented — customers have few options, but related business presence proves local demand.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,782

Median Gross Rent

$280 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.3 M deposits

What to Expect Here

Go Where the Crowd Is

Low walkability means foot traffic isn't your friend. Farmers markets, corporate campuses, breweries with food programs, and private events are your revenue base. Get on Roaming Hunger or a local catering platform before you open.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 155 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.