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Food Truck Market: ZIP 92881

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

Market Profile

ZIP 92881 sits in the above-average walkability at 13.1/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 78% above the national figure — $132,598 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 92881 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 29,986 and household incomes well above the national median ($132,598). There are 75 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

29,986
Population
$132,598
Median Income
+78% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 24.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 92881.

26
Sit-Down Restaurants
8.7 per 10K residents
49
Fast Food / Counter
16.3 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,840
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,150
Median Gross Rent
$720 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$420 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $340–$540 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