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Food Truck Market: ZIP 98409

Opportunity Score

73 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 98409 has strong foot traffic at 14.6/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($73,348). Lunch and quick-service formats do well here. Premium pricing is harder to sustain than in high-income urban cores — keep your menu math tight.

Market Summary

ZIP 98409 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 27,843 and household incomes near the national median ($73,348). There are 77 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

27,843

Population

$73,348

Median Income

-2% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.6/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 33.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 15.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 98409.

Sit-Down Restaurants

12.9 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

14.7 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,645

Median Gross Rent

$390 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$510 K 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.