How many food trucks are in ZIP 98225?

ZIP 98225 has 12 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 98225 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 98225 scores 61/100 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 98225?

The median household income in ZIP 98225 is $62,220, 17% below the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 98225?

Food trucks are 7.8% of the food service market in ZIP 98225 (12 trucks vs. 141 restaurants). Moderate truck presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

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Food Truck Costs Near Bellingham, WA (98225)

Opportunity Score

61 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 98225 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores low — 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 98225 is an urban area. with a population of 50,355 and household incomes near the national median ($62,220). With 12 food trucks and 141 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

50,355

Population

$62,220

Median Income

-17% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 32.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 29.5% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 98225.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

2.4 per 10K residents

100

Sit-Down Restaurants

19.9 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

8.1 per 10K residents

What this means: Food Trucks are 7.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 98225 (12 vs. 141 related businesses). Moderate presence with proven demand and room for new operators.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,430

Median Gross Rent

$590 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.7 M deposits

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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is $62,220.