Is ZIP 33146 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 33146 scores 91/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a excellent market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 33146?

The median household income in ZIP 33146 is $124,712, 67% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

How much foot traffic can a food truck expect in ZIP 33146?

ZIP 33146 scores 14.4/20 on the EPA walkability index, rated "Very Car-Dependent". 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 33146

Opportunity Score

91 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Profile

ZIP 33146 sits in the above-average walkability at 14.4/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 67% above the national figure — $124,712 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 33146 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 18,861 and household incomes well above the national median ($124,712). There are 38 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

18,861

Population

$124,712

Median Income

+67% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.4/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 22.4 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 34.6% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 33146.

Sit-Down Restaurants

11.7 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

8.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$3,490

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,774

Median Gross Rent

$1.1 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2 M deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $420–$620 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.

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.