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Food Truck Market: ZIP 37210

Opportunity Score
51 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 37210 has strong foot traffic at 13.1/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($50,284). 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 37210 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 17,725 and household incomes near the national median ($50,284). The area has 44 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

17,725
Population
$50,284
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 31.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 37210.

4
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
2.3 per 10K residents
16
Sit-Down Restaurants
9.0 per 10K residents
28
Fast Food / Counter
15.8 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 8.3% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 44 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,279
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$200 K deposits

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 $50,284.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 44 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

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