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Food Truck Market: ZIP 98373

Opportunity Score
77 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 98373 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.1/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 39% above the national median — $103,796 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 98373 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,883 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,796). There are 79 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

28,883
Population
$103,796
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 98373.

36
Sit-Down Restaurants
12.5 per 10K residents
43
Fast Food / Counter
14.9 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,929
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.3 M deposits

What to Expect Here

Fixed Location Beats Roaming

High-foot-traffic areas reward consistency. If you can secure a recurring spot near offices or transit stops, build your weekly schedule around it. Regular customers drive more revenue than novelty seekers.

Data sources

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