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Food Truck Market: ZIP 55812

Opportunity Score

69 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 55812 has strong foot traffic at 13.2/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($66,961). 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 55812 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 11,016 and household incomes near the national median ($66,961). There are 14 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

11,016

Population

$66,961

Median Income

-10% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.2/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 22.8 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 26.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 55812.

Sit-Down Restaurants

4.5 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

8.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,320

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,216

Median Gross Rent

$300 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$55 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $160–$360 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.

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 $66,961.

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.