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Food Truck Market: ZIP 21236

Opportunity Score

75 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 21236 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.5/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 28% above the national median — $95,149 vs. $74,580 nationally. High foot traffic and real purchasing power make this one of the stronger food truck markets in the country. The tradeoff: commissary kitchen rates and permit fees are elevated to match.

Market Summary

ZIP 21236 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 39,514 and household incomes above the national median ($95,149). There are 117 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

39,514

Population

$95,149

Median Income

+28% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.5/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 38.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 28.1% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 21236.

Sit-Down Restaurants

12.1 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

17.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,650

Median Gross Rent

$330 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2.3 M deposits

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.