Is ZIP 95531 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 95531 scores 71/100 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 95531?

The median household income in ZIP 95531 is $66,817, 10% below the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

How much foot traffic can a food truck expect in ZIP 95531?

ZIP 95531 scores 14.4/20 on the EPA walkability index, rated "Very Car-Dependent". Foot traffic is present. A consistent location near offices or transit can build a reliable customer base.

Home › California › ZIP 95531

Food Truck Market: ZIP 95531

Opportunity Score

71 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 95531 has strong foot traffic at 14.4/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($66,817). 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 95531 is an suburban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 22,491 and household incomes near the national median ($66,817). There are 26 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

22,491

Population

$66,817

Median Income

-10% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

14.4/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 39.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 16.5% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 95531.

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.6 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

4.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,270

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,202

Median Gross Rent

$320 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$280 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $150–$350 in markets like this.

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.

Quick Facts

Area Type: Suburban
Foot Traffic: Very Car-Dependent
Restaurants: 26
Bank Branches: 3

vs. National Average

Median Income

-10% vs. $74,580

Walkability

+3.9 pts vs. national avg

Nearby Markets

95538 1.7 mi

Pop: 1,065 $64,481 Walk: 5.6

95567 6.5 mi

Pop: 2,349 $84,250 Walk: 6.5

Check Another Market

Or estimate startup costs with our food truck cost calculator.

About This Data

Data sources

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