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Food Truck Market: ZIP 33144

Opportunity Score
57 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 33144 has strong foot traffic at 15.8/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($59,207). 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 33144 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 26,288 and household incomes near the national median ($59,207). The area has 63 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

26,288
Population
$59,207
Median Income
-21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 45.3 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 21.5% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 33144.

4
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
33
Sit-Down Restaurants
12.6 per 10K residents
30
Fast Food / Counter
11.4 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 6.0% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 63 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$2,300
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,730
Median Gross Rent
$440 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$2 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 63 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Data sources

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