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Home Market Analysis

Food Truck Market: ZIP 60646

Opportunity Score
89 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and food truck competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 60646 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 28,780 and household incomes well above the national median ($112,525). There are 29 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

28,780
Population
$112,525
Median Income
+51% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 43.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 44.3% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 60646.

16
Sit-Down Restaurants
5.6 per 10K residents
13
Fast Food / Counter
4.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,274
Median Gross Rent
$500 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.5 M deposits

Data sources

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