How many food trucks are in ZIP 99301?

ZIP 99301 has 15 food trucks — a moderate level showing the market is active with room for differentiated concepts.

Is ZIP 99301 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 99301 scores 68/100 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 99301?

The median household income in ZIP 99301 is $82,517, 11% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

How much foot traffic can a food truck expect in ZIP 99301?

ZIP 99301 scores 10.4/20 on the EPA walkability index, rated "Walkable". Foot traffic is present. A consistent location near offices or transit can build a reliable customer base.

How does food truck competition compare to restaurants in ZIP 99301?

Food trucks are 14.7% of the food service market in ZIP 99301 (15 trucks vs. 87 restaurants). Well-established truck culture — differentiation is non-negotiable.

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Food Truck Market: ZIP 99301

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 99301 has decent foot traffic at 10.4/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income near the national average ($82,517). 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 99301 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 86,467 and household incomes above the national median ($82,517). With 15 food trucks and 87 restaurants, this is an active food scene.

Area Profile

86,467

Population

$82,517

Median Income

+11% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.4/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 30.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 12.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 99301.

Food Trucks

Moderate — proven market

1.7 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

3.9 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

6.1 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 14.7% of the food scene here (15 trucks vs. 87 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.

$1,460

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,195

Median Gross Rent

$350 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$970 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a higher-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $180–$380 in markets like this.

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.

Young Market Dynamics

Median age under 32 and solid walkability is a good combination for street food. Late lunch and post-work hours tend to outperform breakfast in younger markets. Social media discovery works here too.