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Food Truck Market: ZIP 99216

Opportunity Score

55 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 99216 has decent foot traffic at 11.7/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income near the national average ($74,278). 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 99216 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,578 and household incomes near the national median ($74,278). The area has 39 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

28,578

Population

$74,278

Median Income

+0% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

11.7/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 37.9 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 17.2% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 99216.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

1.0 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

6.6 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

7.0 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 7.1% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 39 restaurants). Moderate truck presence — demand is proven but not saturated.

Operating Costs

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

$1,461

Median Gross Rent

$370 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$500 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 3 food trucks registered here against 39 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.