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Food Truck Market: ZIP 16504

Opportunity Score
65 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 16504 has strong foot traffic at 14.3/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($51,988). Lunch and quick-service formats do well here. Premium pricing is harder to sustain than in high-income urban cores — keep your menu math tight.

Market Summary

ZIP 16504 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 15,632 and household incomes near the national median ($51,988). There are 6 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

15,632
Population
$51,988
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 16504.

6
Fast Food / Counter
3.8 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$966
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$170 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