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Food Truck Market: ZIP 78208

Opportunity Score

56 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 78208 scores 14.5/20 for walkability — foot traffic is there. Income levels run 64% below the national average though, which puts real pressure on menu pricing. Value-forward concepts outperform premium ones in markets like this. Customers in this ZIP are price-conscious. That's not a reason to avoid it — it's a reason to price correctly from day one.

Market Summary

ZIP 78208 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 3,861 and household incomes below the national median ($26,595). There are 10 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

3,861

Population

$26,595

Median Income

-64% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.5/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 8.1% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 78208.

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.8 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

18.1 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$951

Median Gross Rent

$150 K

Median Home Value

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 $26,595.