Is ZIP 92278 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 92278 scores 96/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a excellent market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

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Food Truck Costs Near Twentynine Palms, CA (92278)

Opportunity Score

96 / 100 Excellent

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 92278 is a car-dependent suburban market. Walkability scores low — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 92278 is an suburban area. There are 3 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

3,839

Population

Suburban

Area Type

Median Age: 21.1 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 0.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 92278.

Fast Food / Counter

7.8 per 10K residents

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.

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Quick Facts

Area Type: Suburban
Related Businesses: 3

Nearby Markets

92252 16.7 mi

Pop: 7,916 $62,821

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About This Data

Data sources

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