Food Truck Startup Cost Estimator

Starting a food truck typically costs $50,000–$175,000. The biggest variables are whether you buy new or used, and whether you build out a custom kitchen or buy turnkey. Use this estimator to build a realistic budget.

The Truck

Truck Purchase / Lease Down ($)

Vehicle Wrap / Branding ($)

Repairs / Pre-Inspection ($)

Generator ($)

Kitchen Build-Out

Cooking Equipment ($)

Refrigeration ($)

Ventilation / Hood ($)

Plumbing / Water Tanks ($)

Permits & Licensing

Health Permit ($)

Business License ($)

Vendor Permits / Commissary ($)

Insurance (annual) ($)

Working Capital

Initial Inventory ($)

POS + Tech ($)

Cash Reserve (2–3 months ops) ($)

Estimated Total Startup Cost