Food Truck Market: ZIP 97220
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97220 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 27,202 and household incomes near the national median ($70,137). With 6 food trucks and 75 restaurants, this is an active food scene.
Area Profile
27,202
Population
$70,137
Median Income
-6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 97220.
6
Food Trucks
Moderate — proven market
2.2 per 10K residents
32
Sit-Down Restaurants
11.8 per 10K residents
43
Fast Food / Counter
15.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Food trucks are 7.4% of the food scene here (6 trucks vs. 75 restaurants).
Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$1,471
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$290 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Food Trucks
- 6
- Restaurants
- 75
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.0 pts vs. national avg
Food Trucks
6 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