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Food Truck Market: ZIP 28217

Opportunity Score

55 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 28217 has strong foot traffic at 13.5/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($64,028). 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 28217 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 32,064 and household incomes near the national median ($64,028). The area has 89 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

32,064

Population

$64,028

Median Income

-14% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.5/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 31.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 24.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 28217.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

1.2 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

13.1 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

14.7 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 4.3% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 89 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,594

Median Gross Rent

$260 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$780 K 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 89 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Young Market Dynamics

Median age under 32 and solid walkability is a good combination for street food. Late lunch and post-work hours tend to outperform breakfast in younger markets. Social media discovery works here too.