How many food trucks are in ZIP 95501?

ZIP 95501 has 7 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 95501 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 95501 scores 52/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a fair market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 95501?

The median household income in ZIP 95501 is $55,076, 26% below the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 95501?

Food trucks are 7.5% of the food service market in ZIP 95501 (7 trucks vs. 86 restaurants). Moderate truck presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

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Food Truck Costs Near Eureka, CA (95501)

Opportunity Score

52 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 95501 is a car-dependent suburban market. 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 95501 is an suburban area. with a population of 22,972 and household incomes near the national median ($55,076). With 7 food trucks and 86 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

22,972

Population

$55,076

Median Income

-26% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

Median Age: 39.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 24.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 95501.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

3.0 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

23.9 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

13.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Food Trucks are 7.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 95501 (7 vs. 86 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

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

$1,151

Median Gross Rent

$390 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.2 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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is $55,076.