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Food Truck Market: ZIP 17824

Opportunity Score
96 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 17824 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 3,840. 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 17824 is an rural area. with a population of 3,840 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,653). There are 3 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

3,840
Population
$114,653
Median Income
+54% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 52.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.9% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 17824.

3
Fast Food / Counter
7.8 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$639
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$100 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

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.

Data sources

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