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Food Truck Market: ZIP 55119

Opportunity Score

57 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 55119 has decent foot traffic at 11.7/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income near the national average ($77,870). 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 55119 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,068 and household incomes above the national median ($77,870). The area has 30 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

44,068

Population

$77,870

Median Income

+4% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

11.7/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 34.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 21.1% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 55119.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.9 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

2.0 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

4.8 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 11.8% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 30 restaurants). Well-established truck culture — you'll need a strong concept to stand out.

Operating Costs

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

$1,530

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,351

Median Gross Rent

$260 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$820 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $180–$380 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 30 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.