FoodTruckCost
Home California ZIP 94621

Food Truck Market: ZIP 94621

Opportunity Score
51 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 94621 has strong foot traffic at 14.0/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($52,049). Lunch and quick-service formats do well here. Premium pricing is harder to sustain than in high-income urban cores — keep your menu math tight.

Market Summary

ZIP 94621 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 33,840 and household incomes near the national median ($52,049). The area has 34 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

33,840
Population
$52,049
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 94621.

3
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
8
Sit-Down Restaurants
2.4 per 10K residents
26
Fast Food / Counter
7.7 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 8.1% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 34 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,551
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$380 K 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 34 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Data sources

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