Is ZIP 13809 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 13809 scores 36/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a challenging market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 13809?

The median household income in ZIP 13809 is $56,071, 25% 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 Mount Upton, NY (13809)

Opportunity Score

36 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Profile

ZIP 13809 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 1,688. 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 13809 is an rural area. with a population of 1,688 and household incomes near the national median ($56,071).

Area Profile

1,688

Population

$56,071

Median Income

-25% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 39.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 10.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$872

Median Gross Rent

$180 K

Median Home Value

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.