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Food Truck Market: ZIP 99664

Opportunity Score
52 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 99664 is a car-dependent rural area — 5.6/20 on the EPA walkability index, 4.9 points below the national average. Population sits at 4,296. Street corners won't work here. Operators who survive in markets like this run catering contracts, brewery residencies, and corporate campus routes. Walk-up customers are a bonus, not a revenue plan.

Market Summary

ZIP 99664 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,296 and household incomes above the national median ($83,101). The area has 19 restaurants and just 5 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

4,296
Population
$83,101
Median Income
+11% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
5.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.9% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 99664.

5
Food Trucks
Low competition — room to establish
11.6 per 10K residents
12
Sit-Down Restaurants
27.9 per 10K residents
7
Fast Food / Counter
16.3 per 10K residents
What this means: Food trucks are 20.8% of the food scene here (5 trucks vs. 19 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.

$1,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,158
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$130 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

Go Where the Crowd Is

Low walkability means foot traffic isn't your friend. Farmers markets, corporate campuses, breweries with food programs, and private events are your revenue base. Get on Roaming Hunger or a local catering platform before you open.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 5 food trucks registered here against 19 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Rural
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Food Trucks
5
Restaurants
19
Bank Branches
2

vs. National Average

Median Income
+11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.9 pts vs. national avg
Food Trucks
5 vs. ~3 median

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Data sources

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