Is ZIP 48856 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 48856 scores 40/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a fair market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 48856?

The median household income in ZIP 48856 is $82,500, 11% above the national median of $74,580. Higher incomes support premium pricing and specialty food concepts.

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Food Truck Costs Near Middleton, MI (48856)

Opportunity Score

40 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 48856 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 48856 is an urban area. with a population of 842 and household incomes above the national median ($82,500).

Area Profile

842

Population

$82,500

Median Income

+11% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 42.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 8.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$700

Median Gross Rent

$140 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$38 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.