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Food Truck Market: ZIP 97754

Opportunity Score
47 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 97754 is a car-dependent suburban market. Walkability scores 5.1/20 — 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 97754 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 22,469 and household incomes above the national median ($76,698). The area has 30 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

22,469
Population
$76,698
Median Income
+3% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
5.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.7 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 97754.

3
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
1.3 per 10K residents
19
Sit-Down Restaurants
8.5 per 10K residents
11
Fast Food / Counter
4.9 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 9.1% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 30 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.

$1,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,224
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$380 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $150–$350 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 30 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Suburban
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Food Trucks
3
Restaurants
30
Bank Branches
5

vs. National Average

Median Income
+3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.4 pts vs. national avg
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