Is ZIP 85611 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 85611 scores 38/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a challenging market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 85611?

The median household income in ZIP 85611 is $64,545, 13% below the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

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Food Truck Market: ZIP 85611

Opportunity Score

38 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Profile

ZIP 85611 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 1,413. 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 85611 is an rural area. with a population of 1,413 and household incomes near the national median ($64,545).

Area Profile

1,413

Population

$64,545

Median Income

-13% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 53.4 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 28.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Operating Costs

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

$1,470

2BR Fair Market Rent

$330 K

Median Home Value

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $180–$380 in markets like this.

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.