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Food Truck Market: ZIP 16659

Opportunity Score

12 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Profile

ZIP 16659 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 193. 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 16659 is an rural area. with a population of 193 and household incomes below the national median ($49,485).

Area Profile

193

Population

$49,485

Median Income

-34% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 27.5 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 7.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$910

2BR Fair Market Rent

$477

Median Gross Rent

$160 K

Median Home Value

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $110–$310 in markets like this.

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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is $49,485.