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Food Truck Market: ZIP 28086

Opportunity Score

46 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 28086 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores 6.1/20 — 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 28086 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 29,460 and household incomes near the national median ($62,414). The area has 34 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

29,460

Population

$62,414

Median Income

-16% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

6.1/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 41.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 12.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 28086.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

1.4 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

4.1 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

7.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 10.5% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 34 restaurants). Well-established truck culture — you'll need a strong concept to stand out.

Operating Costs

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

$972

Median Gross Rent

$210 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$250 K 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 34 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.