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Food Truck Market: ZIP 99508

Opportunity Score

58 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 99508 has decent foot traffic at 12.8/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income near the national average ($79,314). 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 99508 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 36,458 and household incomes above the national median ($79,314). The area has 23 restaurants and just 3 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

36,458

Population

$79,314

Median Income

+6% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

12.8/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 32.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 17.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 99508.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

0.8 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

3.0 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

3.3 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 11.5% of the food scene here (3 trucks vs. 23 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.

$1,370

Median Gross Rent

$340 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$160 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 23 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.