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Food Truck Market: ZIP 23336

Opportunity Score

36 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Profile

ZIP 23336 is a car-dependent rural area — 1.0/20 on the EPA walkability index, 9.5 points below the national average. Population sits at 3,319. 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 23336 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 3,319 and household incomes near the national median ($63,464). The area has 24 restaurants and just 5 food trucks — low competition with strong demand signals.

Area Profile

3,319

Population

$63,464

Median Income

-15% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

1.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 57.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 30.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 23336.

Food Trucks

Low competition — room to establish

15.1 per 10K residents

Sit-Down Restaurants

45.2 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

27.1 per 10K residents

What this means: Food trucks are 17.2% of the food scene here (5 trucks vs. 24 restaurants). Well-established truck culture — you'll need a strong concept to stand out.

Operating Costs

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

$1,081

Median Gross Rent

$350 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$150 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.

Low Competition, Proven Demand

Only 5 food trucks registered here against 24 restaurants. Dining demand is proven and truck competition is minimal. This is a strong setup.