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Food Truck Market: ZIP 40219

Opportunity Score

49 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 40219 has decent foot traffic at 12.2/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($52,271). 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 40219 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 39,107 and household incomes near the national median ($52,271). The area has 71 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

39,107

Population

$52,271

Median Income

-30% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

12.2/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 35.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 12.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 40219.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.8 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.4 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

10.7 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 4.1% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 71 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,230

2BR Fair Market Rent

$967

Median Gross Rent

$190 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$820 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $150–$350 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 3 food trucks registered here against 71 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.