How many food trucks are in ZIP 81301?

ZIP 81301 has 10 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 81301 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 81301 scores 67/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 81301?

The median household income in ZIP 81301 is $83,209, 12% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 81301?

Food trucks are 9.2% of the food service market in ZIP 81301 (10 trucks vs. 99 restaurants). Moderate truck presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

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Food Truck Costs Near Durango, CO (81301)

Opportunity Score

67 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 81301 is a car-dependent suburban market. 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 81301 is an suburban area. with a population of 29,892 and household incomes above the national median ($83,209). With 10 food trucks and 99 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

29,892

Population

$83,209

Median Income

+12% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

Median Age: 41.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 41.4% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 81301.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

3.3 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

16.1 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

17.1 per 10K residents

What this means: Food Trucks are 9.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 81301 (10 vs. 99 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

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

$1,433

Median Gross Rent

$630 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.8 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.