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Food Truck Market: ZIP 84003

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 84003 sits in the above-average walkability at 11.5/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 61% above the national figure — $120,262 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 84003 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 55,259 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,262). The area has 98 restaurants and just 4 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

55,259

Population

$120,262

Median Income

+61% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

11.5/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 27.5 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 27.1% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 84003.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.7 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

5.2 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

12.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 3.9% of the food scene here (4 trucks vs. 98 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,590

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,692

Median Gross Rent

$580 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.2 M deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $190–$390 in markets like this.

What to Expect Here

Fixed Location Beats Roaming

High-foot-traffic areas reward consistency. If you can secure a recurring spot near offices or transit stops, build your weekly schedule around it. Regular customers drive more revenue than novelty seekers.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 4 food trucks registered here against 98 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Young Market Dynamics

Median age under 32 and solid walkability is a good combination for street food. Late lunch and post-work hours tend to outperform breakfast in younger markets. Social media discovery works here too.