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Food Truck Market: ZIP 27701

Opportunity Score

72 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 27701 has strong foot traffic at 14.5/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($69,740). 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 27701 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,793 and household incomes near the national median ($69,740). There are 86 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

24,793

Population

$69,740

Median Income

-6% 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: 39.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 27701.

Sit-Down Restaurants

24.6 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

10.1 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,351

Median Gross Rent

$510 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$8 M 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.