How many food trucks are in ZIP 95112?

ZIP 95112 has 9 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 95112 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 95112 scores 68/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 95112?

The median household income in ZIP 95112 is $89,649, 20% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 95112?

Food trucks are 6.8% of the food service market in ZIP 95112 (9 trucks vs. 124 restaurants). Moderate truck presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

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Food Truck Costs Near San Jose, CA (95112)

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 95112 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores low — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 95112 is an urban area. with a population of 56,766 and household incomes above the national median ($89,649). With 9 food trucks and 124 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

56,766

Population

$89,649

Median Income

+20% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 32.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 25.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 95112.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

1.6 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

10.0 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

11.8 per 10K residents

What this means: Food Trucks are 6.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 95112 (9 vs. 124 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,095

Median Gross Rent

$960 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$3.4 M deposits

What to Expect Here

Go Where the Crowd Is

Low walkability means foot traffic isn't your friend. Farmers markets, corporate campuses, breweries with food programs, and private events are your revenue base. Get on Roaming Hunger or a local catering platform before you open.