The Average Income of an Ice Cream Truck Owner
According to MSNBC, the Philadelphia-based International Association of Ice Cream Vendors claims that the ice cream truck industry is doing as well as ever. Drivers' salaries can vary with different company policies.
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Salary
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According to SimplyHired.com, the average salary for an ice cream truck driver job is $25,000. MSBC reports that some drivers take home 35 percent of their daily sales but spend about $12 on daily truck rental fees. There are also gas costs.
Unlimited Income Potential
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The ice cream business can be recession-proof because ice cream is extremely popular in the United States. If a driver is self-employed, he can set his own hours and relish in unlimited income potential. However, steady locations are important when it comes to making a consistent income.
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Expenses
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There are various expenses in the ice cream truck business, especially associated with those who are just beginning. Initial costs include ice cream inventory, a freezer, licenses, fees, permits and insurance.
Considerations
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Most ice cream truck drivers should have a tolerant nature toward children. Children primarily purchase ice cream from ice cream trucks and selling them your products daily or weekly can provide great joy to them. However, a driver with an unpleasant demeanor can scare children away, and that can affect revenue.
Fun Fact
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According to MSNBC, a taco-shaped chocolate ice cream cone that can't be found in regular stores is a strong seller. Obscure flavors such as chili-powder-flavored ice cream are not long lasting because they do not apeal to children.
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