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Food Truck Costs Near Fort Collins, CO (80524)

Opportunity Score
61 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 80524 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 80524 is an urban area. with a population of 39,111 and household incomes above the national median ($84,440). With 6 food trucks and 117 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

39,111
Population
$84,440
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 35.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 80524.

6
Food Trucks
Moderate — proven market
1.5 per 10K residents
60
Sit-Down Restaurants
15.3 per 10K residents
57
Fast Food / Counter
14.6 per 10K residents
What this means: Food Trucks are 4.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 80524 (6 vs. 117 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

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

$1,623
Median Gross Rent
$530 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$1.2 M 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.

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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