Food Truck Market: ZIP 60638
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60638 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 57,074 and household incomes above the national median ($91,070). There are 67 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.
Area Profile
57,074
Population
$91,070
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Food service establishments in ZIP 60638.
29
Sit-Down Restaurants
5.1 per 10K residents
38
Fast Food / Counter
6.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect commissary kitchen rates, permits, and event vendor pricing.
$1,348
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Restaurants
- 67
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.9 pts vs. national avg
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60629
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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