Food Truck Market: ZIP 80221
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80221 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 39,718 and household incomes above the national median ($86,810). The area has 43 restaurants and just 5 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.
Area Profile
39,718
Population
$86,810
Median Income
+16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 34.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 80221.
5
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
1.3 per 10K residents
13
Sit-Down Restaurants
3.3 per 10K residents
30
Fast Food / Counter
7.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Food trucks are 10.4% of the food scene here (5 trucks vs. 43 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.
$1,666
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$20 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Food Trucks
- 5
- Restaurants
- 43
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.5 pts vs. national avg
Food Trucks
5 vs. ~3 median
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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