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Food Truck Market: ZIP 62850

Opportunity Score

48 / 100 Fair

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

Market Profile

ZIP 62850 is a car-dependent rural area — walkability data unavailable. Population sits at 631. Street corners won't work here. Operators who survive in markets like this run catering contracts, brewery residencies, and corporate campus routes. Walk-up customers are a bonus, not a revenue plan.

Market Summary

ZIP 62850 is an rural area. with a population of 631 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,063).

Area Profile

631

Population

$101,063

Median Income

+36% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 14.9 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 1.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

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

$890

2BR Fair Market Rent

Commissary estimate: This is a low-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.