Is ZIP 14817 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 14817 scores 68/100 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 14817?

The median household income in ZIP 14817 is $86,063, 15% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

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Food Truck Costs Near Brooktondale, NY (14817)

Opportunity Score

68 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 14817 is a car-dependent urban area. 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 14817 is an urban area. with a population of 2,811 and household incomes above the national median ($86,063).

Area Profile

2,811

Population

$86,063

Median Income

+15% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 37.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 41.0% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Operating Costs

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

$1,429

Median Gross Rent

$220 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.