Food Truck Market: ZIP 98055
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98055 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,660 and household incomes above the national median ($97,224). The area has 33 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.
Area Profile
24,660
Population
$97,224
Median Income
+30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 98055.
3
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
11
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.5 per 10K residents
22
Fast Food / Counter
8.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Food trucks are 8.3% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 33 restaurants).
Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$2,210
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$440 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Food Trucks
- 3
- Restaurants
- 33
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+30% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.0 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