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Food Truck Market: ZIP 41017

Opportunity Score
80 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 41017 sits in the above-average walkability at 11.7/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 35% above the national median — $100,645 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 41017 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,661 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,645). There are 80 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

40,661
Population
$100,645
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.0 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.8% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 41017.

44
Sit-Down Restaurants
10.8 per 10K residents
36
Fast Food / Counter
8.9 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$985
Median Gross Rent
$280 K
Median Home Value
19
Bank Branches
$2.8 M deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $140–$340 in markets like this.

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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits