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Food Truck Market: ZIP 62656

Opportunity Score

56 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 62656 is a car-dependent suburban market. Walkability scores 7.3/20 — below the national average of 10.5. Most customers arrive by vehicle, so parking access matters more than foot traffic. Event catering and business park lunch routes outperform traditional street corners here.

Market Summary

ZIP 62656 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 18,364 and household incomes near the national median ($59,129). There are 26 restaurants here but no registered food trucks — an untapped market with proven dining demand.

Area Profile

18,364

Population

$59,129

Median Income

-21% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

7.3/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 40.1 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 12.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Food service establishments in ZIP 62656.

Sit-Down Restaurants

7.1 per 10K residents

Fast Food / Counter

7.1 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$920

2BR Fair Market Rent

$807

Median Gross Rent

$130 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$370 K deposits

Commissary estimate: This is a moderate-cost area. Monthly commissary kitchen rentals typically run $110–$310 in markets like this.

What to Expect Here

Go Where the Crowd Is

Low walkability means foot traffic isn't your friend. Farmers markets, corporate campuses, breweries with food programs, and private events are your revenue base. Get on Roaming Hunger or a local catering platform before you open.