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Food Truck Costs Near Portland, OR (97210)

Opportunity Score
59 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 97210 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 97210 is an urban area. with a population of 11,331 and household incomes above the national median ($87,942). The area has 51 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

11,331
Population
$87,942
Median Income
+18% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 62.1% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 97210.

3
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
2.6 per 10K residents
31
Sit-Down Restaurants
27.4 per 10K residents
20
Fast Food / Counter
17.7 per 10K residents
What this means: Food Trucks are 5.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 97210 (3 vs. 51 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

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

$1,577
Median Gross Rent
$990 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.6 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 51 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

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Quick Facts

Area Type
Urban
Food Trucks
3
Related Businesses
51
Bank Branches
6

vs. National Average

Median Income
+18% vs. $74,580
Food Trucks
3 vs. ~3 median

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Data sources

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