Food Truck Market: ZIP 90021
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 90021 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 2,897 and household incomes below the national median ($32,222). There are 39 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.
Area Profile
2,897
Population
$32,222
Median Income
-57% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 40.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 90021.
22
Sit-Down Restaurants
75.9 per 10K residents
17
Fast Food / Counter
58.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$1,089
Median Gross Rent
$1.1 M
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$960 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Restaurants
- 39
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-57% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.2 pts vs. national avg
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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