Food Truck Market: ZIP 98021
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98021 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,631 and household incomes well above the national median ($183,786). There are 59 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.
Area Profile
35,631
Population
$183,786
Median Income
+146% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 42.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 98021.
32
Sit-Down Restaurants
9.0 per 10K residents
27
Fast Food / Counter
7.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$2,655
Median Gross Rent
$970 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$840 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Restaurants
- 59
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+146% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98011
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Walk: 12.4
98012
3.4 mi
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Walk: 11.5
98028
4.0 mi
Pop: 23,741
$139,764
Walk: 9.6
98036
5.1 mi
Pop: 42,370
$88,958
Walk: 10.2
98034
5.3 mi
Pop: 52,531
$135,219
Walk: 12.2
98072
5.8 mi
Pop: 24,446
$175,805
Walk: 11.1
98037
6.1 mi
Pop: 29,723
$107,281
Walk: 12.1
98087
6.2 mi
Pop: 41,796
$106,693
Walk: 13.2
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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