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Food Truck Market: ZIP 60440

Opportunity Score

75 / 100 Good

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

Market Profile

ZIP 60440 sits in the above-average walkability at 10.7/20 on the EPA index. Median income runs 25% above the national median — $93,494 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 60440 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 51,940 and household incomes above the national median ($93,494). There are 88 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

51,940

Population

$93,494

Median Income

+25% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.7/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 37.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 20.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 60440.

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.3 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

9.6 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,695

Median Gross Rent

$280 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$1.1 M deposits

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.