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Food Truck Market: ZIP 21617

Opportunity Score

98 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Profile

ZIP 21617 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 10,428. 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 21617 is an rural area. with a population of 10,428 and household incomes well above the national median ($116,898). There are 12 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

10,428

Population

$116,898

Median Income

+57% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 41.4 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 28.5% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 21617.

Sit-Down Restaurants

5.8 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

5.8 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,338

Median Gross Rent

$480 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$400 K deposits

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.