How many food trucks are in ZIP 97702?

ZIP 97702 has 10 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 97702 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 97702 scores 57/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a fair market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 97702?

The median household income in ZIP 97702 is $89,094, 19% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

How much foot traffic can a food truck expect in ZIP 97702?

ZIP 97702 scores 5.0/20 on the EPA walkability index, rated "Very Car-Dependent". Very low walkability — walk-up traffic is not a viable revenue model. Event-based and contract catering are the primary paths to profitability here.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 97702?

Food trucks are 12.5% of the food service market in ZIP 97702 (10 trucks vs. 70 restaurants). Well-established truck culture — differentiation is non-negotiable.

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Food Truck Market: ZIP 97702

Opportunity Score

57 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 97702 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores 5.0/20 — 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 97702 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 53,114 and household incomes above the national median ($89,094). With 10 food trucks and 70 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

53,114

Population

$89,094

Median Income

+19% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

5.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 42.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 34.5% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 97702.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

1.9 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

8.7 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

4.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 12.5% of the food scene here (10 trucks vs. 70 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.

$1,780

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,825

Median Gross Rent

$620 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.3 M deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $210–$410 in markets like this.

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.