Is ZIP 28202 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 28202 scores 90/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a excellent market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 28202?

The median household income in ZIP 28202 is $101,711, 36% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

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Food Truck Costs Near Charlotte, NC (28202)

Opportunity Score

90 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Profile

ZIP 28202 is a car-dependent urban area. Walkability scores low — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 28202 is an urban area. with a population of 16,855 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,711). There are 102 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

16,855

Population

$101,711

Median Income

+36% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 29.9 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 46.3% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 28202.

Sit-Down Restaurants

42.7 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

17.8 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,862

Median Gross Rent

$430 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$300 M 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.

Premium Pricing Holds Here

Income levels and education rates both point toward a market that will pay for quality. Specialty ingredients, dietary accommodations, and strong branding all command price premiums in this ZIP. Don't race to the bottom.