Is 28731 a good place to open a brewery?

Based on our analysis, 28731 (Flat Rock, North Carolina) is rated "Low Opportunity" with a Brewery Opportunity Score of 43.1/100. The area has 9,075 residents, $65,882 median household income, and a current BDI of 11.0.

What factors determine brewery opportunity in 28731?

The BOS for 28731 considers five factors: household income, demographics (25-44 age group at 5.0%), education (bachelor's+ at 37.1%), existing competition (BDI: 11.0), and accessibility.

Brewery Market Opportunity in Flat Rock, NC 28731

Brewery Opportunity Score

43.1

Low Opportunity

ZIP code 28731 in Flat Rock, North Carolina currently shows limited opportunity for a new brewery (BOS: 43.1). The combination of demographics, income ($65,882), and current competition (BDI: 11.0) suggests this market may not be the strongest choice for a new venture at this time.

Population

9,075

Potential customer base

Median Income

$65,882

Household income

National Rank

#3,562

Top 23% nationally

Current BDI

11.0

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Opportunity Score Breakdown

Each factor is scored 0–100 and weighted to produce the final BOS. Higher = better opportunity.

Income

Demographics (25-44)

Education

Low Competition

100

Accessibility

Existing Breweries in 28731 (1)

Name	Type
Blue Ridge Community College	Planning

Related Data for 28731

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Nearby ZIP Codes

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