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Home Market Analysis

Food Truck Market: ZIP 98136

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98136 is an urban area. with a population of 17,252 and household incomes well above the national median ($149,269). There are 15 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

17,252
Population
$149,269
Median Income
+100% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 40.7 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 54.0% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 98136.

7
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.1 per 10K residents
8
Fast Food / Counter
4.6 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,965
Median Gross Rent
$930 K
Median Home Value

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits