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Food Truck Costs Near Austin, TX (78758)

Opportunity Score
53 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 78758 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 78758 is an urban area. with a population of 50,592 and household incomes near the national median ($69,019). The area has 119 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

50,592
Population
$69,019
Median Income
-7% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 32.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 32.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 78758.

4
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
0.8 per 10K residents
64
Sit-Down Restaurants
12.7 per 10K residents
55
Fast Food / Counter
10.9 per 10K residents
What this means: Food Trucks are 3.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 78758 (4 vs. 119 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,549
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$790 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.

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 $69,019.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 119 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

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Data sources

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