Is ZIP 51559 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 51559 scores 48/100 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 51559?

The median household income in ZIP 51559 is $74,116, 1% below 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 Neola, IA (51559)

Opportunity Score

48 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 51559 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 51559 is an urban area. with a population of 1,896 and household incomes near the national median ($74,116).

Area Profile

1,896

Population

$74,116

Median Income

-1% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 36.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 14.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$980

Median Gross Rent

$190 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$67 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.