Food Truck Market: ZIP 90048
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 90048 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 21,476 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,495). There are 126 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.
Area Profile
21,476
Population
$103,495
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
17.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 39.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 59.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 90048.
77
Sit-Down Restaurants
35.9 per 10K residents
49
Fast Food / Counter
22.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$2,416
Median Gross Rent
$1.9 M
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Restaurants
- 126
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+39% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.5 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