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Food Truck Market: ZIP 41257

Opportunity Score
22 / 100 Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 41257 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 740. 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 41257 is an rural area. with a population of 740 and household incomes near the national median ($52,667).

Area Profile

740
Population
$52,667
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 45.0 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 11.8% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$805
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $110–$310 in markets like this.

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.

Data sources

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