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Food Truck Market: ZIP 92626

Opportunity Score
88 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 92626 sits in the above-average walkability at 13.6/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 58% above the national median — $117,627 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 92626 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 50,569 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,627). There are 200 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

50,569
Population
$117,627
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 34.0% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 92626.

113
Sit-Down Restaurants
22.3 per 10K residents
87
Fast Food / Counter
17.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$3,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,520
Median Gross Rent
$1 M
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$2.4 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $380–$580 in markets like this.

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