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Food Truck Market: ZIP 16617

Opportunity Score

48 / 100 Fair

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 16617 has decent foot traffic at 10.7/20 on the EPA walkability index. Income slightly below the national average ($56,000). 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 16617 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 2,505 and household incomes near the national median ($56,000).

Area Profile

2,505

Population

$56,000

Median Income

-25% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.7/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 42.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 17.1% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$1,050

2BR Fair Market Rent

$883

Median Gross Rent

$130 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$45 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $130–$330 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.