Is ZIP 33009 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 33009 scores 63/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 33009?

The median household income in ZIP 33009 is $48,196, 35% below the national median of $74,580. Lower incomes favor value-forward concepts with accessible price points.

How much foot traffic can a food truck expect in ZIP 33009?

ZIP 33009 scores 13.3/20 on the EPA walkability index, rated "Walkable". Foot traffic is present. A consistent location near offices or transit can build a reliable customer base.

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Food Truck Market: ZIP 33009

Opportunity Score

63 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 33009 scores 13.3/20 for walkability — foot traffic is there. Income levels run 35% 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 33009 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,021 and household incomes below the national median ($48,196). There are 86 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

44,021

Population

$48,196

Median Income

-35% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.3/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 46.0 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 27.8% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 33009.

Sit-Down Restaurants

13.6 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

5.9 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,320

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,576

Median Gross Rent

$250 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.7 M deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $280–$480 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 $48,196.