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Food Truck Market: ZIP 27803

Opportunity Score

67 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 27803 has strong foot traffic at 13.8/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($60,124). 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 27803 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 20,055 and household incomes near the national median ($60,124). There are 9 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

20,055

Population

$60,124

Median Income

-19% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.8/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 46.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 15.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 27803.

Sit-Down Restaurants

2.5 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

2.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$913

Median Gross Rent

$170 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.