Food Truck Market: ZIP 97215
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97215 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 17,296 and household incomes well above the national median ($116,264). The area has 36 restaurants and just 5 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.
Area Profile
17,296
Population
$116,264
Median Income
+56% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
17.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 42.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 54.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 97215.
5
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
2.9 per 10K residents
23
Sit-Down Restaurants
13.3 per 10K residents
13
Fast Food / Counter
7.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Food trucks are 12.2% of the food scene here (5 trucks vs. 36 restaurants).
Well-established truck culture — you'll need a strong concept to stand out.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$1,669
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Food Trucks
- 5
- Restaurants
- 36
vs. National Average
Median Income
+56% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.7 pts vs. national avg
Food Trucks
5 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