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Home Market Analysis

Food Truck Market: ZIP 60609

Opportunity Score
67 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 60609 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 62,028 and household incomes near the national median ($58,896). There are 72 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

62,028
Population
$58,896
Median Income
-21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 60609.

28
Sit-Down Restaurants
4.5 per 10K residents
44
Fast Food / Counter
7.1 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,099
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$670 K deposits

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits