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Food Truck Market: ZIP 55328

Opportunity Score
69 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 55328 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores low — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 55328 is an urban area. with a population of 9,933 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,036). The area has 15 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

9,933
Population
$118,036
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.8% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 55328.

3
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
3.0 per 10K residents
6
Sit-Down Restaurants
6.0 per 10K residents
9
Fast Food / Counter
9.1 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 16.7% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 15 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.

$927
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$220 K deposits

What to Expect Here

Go Where the Crowd Is

Low walkability means foot traffic isn't your friend. Farmers markets, corporate campuses, breweries with food programs, and private events are your revenue base. Get on Roaming Hunger or a local catering platform before you open.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 15 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Data sources

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