Food Truck Market: ZIP 60617
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60617 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 74,790 and household incomes near the national median ($51,778). There are 64 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.
Area Profile
74,790
Population
$51,778
Median Income
-31% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 60617.
15
Sit-Down Restaurants
2.0 per 10K residents
49
Fast Food / Counter
6.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$1,046
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Restaurants
- 64
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
-31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.8 pts vs. national avg
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits