How much does it cost to build a food truck?

It depends on size, equipment and how custom the build is. One builder, Concession Nation, quotes custom trucks starting at $47,000 for a 14 ft build, not counting the step van, and over $225,000 for a fully equipped 24 ft truck including the van.

Concession Nation lists about 6 to 8 weeks of build time after the deposit and says pricing depends on size, equipment selection and level of customization. A used truck can cost less up front, but its layout was built for someone else's menu and may need changes to pass your local plan review.

Get quotes from several builders against the same scaled floor plan so the prices compare. You can draw one in the food truck layout maker, and food truck design covers the build-or-buy choice.