Is ZIP 04572 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 04572 scores 70/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 04572?

The median household income in ZIP 04572 is $66,072, 11% below the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

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Food Truck Costs Near Waldoboro, ME (04572)

Opportunity Score

70 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 04572 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 5,228. 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 04572 is an rural area. with a population of 5,228 and household incomes near the national median ($66,072). There are 10 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

5,228

Population

$66,072

Median Income

-11% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 52.6 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 27.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 04572.

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.7 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

11.5 per 10K residents

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.