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Food Truck Market: ZIP 32803

Opportunity Score
70 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 32803 sits in the above-average walkability at 14.8/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 36% above the national median — $101,401 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 32803 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 22,703 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,401). With 7 food trucks and 135 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

22,703
Population
$101,401
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 49.2% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 32803.

7
Food Trucks
Moderate — proven market
3.1 per 10K residents
69
Sit-Down Restaurants
30.4 per 10K residents
66
Fast Food / Counter
29.1 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 4.9% of the food scene here (7 trucks vs. 135 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$2,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,823
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$2.8 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $270–$470 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.

Premium Pricing Holds Here

Income levels and education rates both point toward a market that will pay for quality. Specialty ingredients, dietary accommodations, and strong branding all command price premiums in this ZIP. Don't race to the bottom.

Data sources

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