Food Truck Market: ZIP 98146
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98146 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,573 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,520). The area has 15 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.
Area Profile
28,573
Population
$102,520
Median Income
+37% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 98146.
3
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
4
Sit-Down Restaurants
1.4 per 10K residents
11
Fast Food / Counter
3.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Food trucks are 16.7% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 15 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.
$1,818
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Food Trucks
- 3
- Restaurants
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+37% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.1 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