Food Truck Market: ZIP 97216
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97216 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 16,638 and household incomes near the national median ($70,442). There are 40 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.
Area Profile
16,638
Population
$70,442
Median Income
-6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 39.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 97216.
24
Sit-Down Restaurants
14.4 per 10K residents
16
Fast Food / Counter
9.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$1,467
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$710 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Restaurants
- 40
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.6 pts vs. national avg
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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