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Food Truck Market: ZIP 81623

Opportunity Score

62 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 81623 is a car-dependent rural area — 9.7/20 on the EPA walkability index, 0.8 points below the national average. Population sits at 15,067. 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 81623 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,067 and household incomes well above the national median ($109,661). The area has 31 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

15,067

Population

$109,661

Median Income

+47% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

9.7/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 44.6 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 39.8% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 81623.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

2.0 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

15.3 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

5.3 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 8.8% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 31 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$2,119

Median Gross Rent

$910 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$550 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 31 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.