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Food Truck Market: ZIP 32304

Opportunity Score
55 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 32304 scores 12.4/20 for walkability — foot traffic is there. Income levels run 59% below the national average though, which puts real pressure on menu pricing. Value-forward concepts outperform premium ones in markets like this. Customers in this ZIP are price-conscious. That's not a reason to avoid it — it's a reason to price correctly from day one.

Market Summary

ZIP 32304 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 50,080 and household incomes below the national median ($30,823). There are 90 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

50,080
Population
$30,823
Median Income
-59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 22.2 — young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 12.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 32304.

25
Sit-Down Restaurants
5.0 per 10K residents
65
Fast Food / Counter
13.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,132
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$370 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $160–$360 in markets like this.

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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is $30,823.

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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits