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Food Truck Market: ZIP 90815

Opportunity Score
84 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 90815 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.6/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 61% above the national median — $119,716 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 90815 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 43,023 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,716). There are 73 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

43,023
Population
$119,716
Median Income
+61% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.9 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 35.3% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 90815.

20
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.6 per 10K residents
53
Fast Food / Counter
12.3 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,372
Median Gross Rent
$930 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$2.1 M deposits

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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits