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Home Market Analysis

Food Truck Market: ZIP 78653

Opportunity Score
86 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78653 is an urban area. with a population of 41,291 and household incomes above the national median ($93,900). There are 26 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

41,291
Population
$93,900
Median Income
+26% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 32.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 78653.

10
Sit-Down Restaurants
2.4 per 10K residents
16
Fast Food / Counter
3.9 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,595
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$150 K deposits

Data sources

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