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Food Truck Market: ZIP 01843

Opportunity Score

71 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 01843 has strong foot traffic at 14.6/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($67,585). 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 01843 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 27,445 and household incomes near the national median ($67,585). There are 41 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

27,445

Population

$67,585

Median Income

-9% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

14.6/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 34.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 13.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 01843.

Sit-Down Restaurants

4.7 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

10.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.

$1,746

Median Gross Rent

$430 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$650 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.