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Food Truck Market: ZIP 94559

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

Market Profile

ZIP 94559 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.2/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 41% above the national median — $105,188 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 94559 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 27,714 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,188). There are 91 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

27,714
Population
$105,188
Median Income
+41% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 94559.

66
Sit-Down Restaurants
23.8 per 10K residents
25
Fast Food / Counter
9.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,079
Median Gross Rent
$900 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.1 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.

Data sources

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