Is ZIP 46936 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 46936 scores 78/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a good market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 46936?

The median household income in ZIP 46936 is $79,345, 6% above the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

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Food Truck Costs Near Greentown, IN (46936)

Opportunity Score

78 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 46936 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 46936 is an urban area. with a population of 5,956 and household incomes above the national median ($79,345). There are 3 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

5,956

Population

$79,345

Median Income

+6% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 44.1 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 22.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food Trucks and related businesses in ZIP 46936.

Fast Food / Counter

5.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$841

Median Gross Rent

$210 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$99 K 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.