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Food Truck Market: ZIP 92882

Opportunity Score
79 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 92882 sits in the above-average walkability at 11.0/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 35% above the national median — $100,668 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 92882 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 69,385 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,668). There are 75 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

69,385
Population
$100,668
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 92882.

25
Sit-Down Restaurants
3.6 per 10K residents
50
Fast Food / Counter
7.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,760
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,093
Median Gross Rent
$650 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a high-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $330–$530 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