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Food Truck Market: ZIP 94080

Opportunity Score

74 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 94080 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.8/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 83% above the national figure — $136,733 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 94080 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 64,761 and household incomes well above the national median ($136,733). With 10 food trucks and 122 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

64,761

Population

$136,733

Median Income

+83% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.8/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 43.1 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 30.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 94080.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

1.5 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

9.1 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

9.7 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 7.6% of the food scene here (10 trucks vs. 122 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$2,809

Median Gross Rent

$1.2 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2.2 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.