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Food Truck Market: ZIP 57117

Opportunity Score

23 / 100 Challenging

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 57117 scores 13.6/20 for walkability — foot traffic is there. Income levels run 893995% below the national average though, which puts real pressure on menu pricing. Value-forward concepts outperform premium ones in markets like this. Customers in this ZIP are price-conscious. That's not a reason to avoid it — it's a reason to price correctly from day one.

Market Summary

ZIP 57117 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 53 and household incomes below the national median ($-666,666,700).

Area Profile

Population

$-666,666,700

Median Income

-893995% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

13.6/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 69.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 5.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$-666,666,700

Median Gross Rent

$-670 M

Median Home Value

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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is -$666,666,700.