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Food Truck Market: ZIP 55125

Opportunity Score
83 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 55125 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.3/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 58% above the national median — $118,129 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 55125 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,929 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,129). There are 80 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

44,929
Population
$118,129
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 39.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 55125.

33
Sit-Down Restaurants
7.3 per 10K residents
47
Fast Food / Counter
10.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,805
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $260–$460 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.

Data sources

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