Is ZIP 08640 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 08640 scores 88/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a excellent market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 08640?

The median household income in ZIP 08640 is $98,259, 32% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

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Food Truck Costs Near Joint Base Mdl, NJ (08640)

Opportunity Score

88 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Profile

ZIP 08640 is a car-dependent suburban market. Walkability scores low — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 08640 is an suburban area. with a population of 8,034 and household incomes above the national median ($98,259).

Area Profile

8,034

Population

$98,259

Median Income

+32% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

Median Age: 36.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 11.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,383

Median Gross Rent

Bank Branches

$46 K deposits

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.