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Food Truck Market: ZIP 45011

Opportunity Score
75 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 45011 sits in the above-average walkability at 11.3/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 21% above the national median — $90,360 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 45011 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 74,636 and household incomes above the national median ($90,360). There are 89 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

74,636
Population
$90,360
Median Income
+21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 45011.

33
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.4 per 10K residents
56
Fast Food / Counter
7.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,005
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$860 K deposits
Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $150–$350 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