Is ZIP 62942 a good market for a food truck?

ZIP 62942 scores 20/100 on our food truck opportunity index — a challenging market. The score is calculated from walkability, median income, population density, and existing food truck competition.

What is the median household income in ZIP 62942?

The median household income in ZIP 62942 is $50,278, 33% below the national median of $74,580. Moderate incomes support a balance of quality and value-priced menus.

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Food Truck Costs Near Grand Tower, IL (62942)

Opportunity Score

20 / 100 Challenging

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Profile

ZIP 62942 is a car-dependent suburban market. Walkability scores low — 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 62942 is an suburban area. with a population of 670 and household incomes near the national median ($50,278).

Area Profile

670

Population

$50,278

Median Income

-33% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

Median Age: 23.9 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 1.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$700

Median Gross Rent

$38 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$10 K deposits

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.

Price for the Market

This is a price-sensitive ZIP. Operators who succeed here lead with value — generous portions, clear value signals, combo deals. A $15 entrée is a hard sell when the median income is $50,278.