How many food trucks are in ZIP 97756?

ZIP 97756 has 12 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 97756 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 97756 scores 64/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 97756?

The median household income in ZIP 97756 is $84,067, 13% 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 97756?

ZIP 97756 scores 9.2/20 on the EPA walkability index, rated "Very Car-Dependent". Car-dependent area. Event catering, brewery partnerships, and corporate lunch routes are more reliable than walk-up foot traffic.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 97756?

Food trucks are 12.5% of the food service market in ZIP 97756 (12 trucks vs. 84 restaurants). Well-established truck culture — differentiation is non-negotiable.

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Food Truck Market: ZIP 97756

Opportunity Score

64 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 97756 is a car-dependent suburban market. Walkability scores 9.2/20 — 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 97756 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 44,287 and household incomes above the national median ($84,067). With 12 food trucks and 84 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

44,287

Population

$84,067

Median Income

+13% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

9.2/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 38.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 22.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 97756.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

2.7 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

11.5 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

7.5 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 12.5% of the food scene here (12 trucks vs. 84 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.

$1,470

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,473

Median Gross Rent

$470 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$900 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $180–$380 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.