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Food Truck Market: ZIP 14487

Opportunity Score
73 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 14487 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.8/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 22% above the national median — $90,714 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 14487 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 5,632 and household incomes above the national median ($90,714). There are 4 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

5,632
Population
$90,714
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 46.7 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 22.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 14487.

4
Sit-Down Restaurants
7.1 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$786
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$49 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $150–$350 in markets like this.

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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits