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Food Truck Market: ZIP 80517

Opportunity Score

57 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 80517 is a car-dependent rural area — 8.1/20 on the EPA walkability index, 2.4 points below the national average. Population sits at 9,657. Street corners won't work here. Operators who survive in markets like this run catering contracts, brewery residencies, and corporate campus routes. Walk-up customers are a bonus, not a revenue plan.

Market Summary

ZIP 80517 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 9,657 and household incomes above the national median ($95,404). The area has 59 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

9,657

Population

$95,404

Median Income

+28% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

8.1/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 55.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 46.1% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 80517.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

4.1 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

41.4 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

19.7 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 6.3% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 59 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,537

Median Gross Rent

$700 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$340 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.

Premium Pricing Holds Here

Income levels and education rates both point toward a market that will pay for quality. Specialty ingredients, dietary accommodations, and strong branding all command price premiums in this ZIP. Don't race to the bottom.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 59 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.