Is ZIP 28017 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 28017 scores 12/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a challenging market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

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Opportunity Score

12 / 100 Challenging

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 28017 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 465. 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 28017 is an rural area. There are 3 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

465

Population

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 19.7 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 0.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 28017.

Fast Food / Counter

64.5 per 10K residents

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.