Is 46601 a good place to open a brewery?

Based on our analysis, 46601 (South Bend, Indiana) is rated "Low Opportunity" with a Brewery Opportunity Score of 37.1/100. The area has 4,933 residents, $27,080 median household income, and a current BDI of 60.8.

What factors determine brewery opportunity in 46601?

The BOS for 46601 considers five factors: household income, demographics (25-44 age group at 8.2%), education (bachelor's+ at 22.5%), existing competition (BDI: 60.8), and accessibility.

Brewery Market Opportunity in South Bend, IN 46601

Brewery Opportunity Score

37.1

Low Opportunity

ZIP code 46601 in South Bend, Indiana currently shows limited opportunity for a new brewery (BOS: 37.1). The combination of demographics, income ($27,080), and current competition (BDI: 60.8) suggests this market may not be the strongest choice for a new venture at this time.

Population

4,933

Potential customer base

Median Income

$27,080

Household income

National Rank

#4,528

Top 2% nationally

Current BDI

60.8

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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

Accessibility

Existing Breweries in 46601 (3)

Name	Type
Crooked Ewe Brewery & Ale House	Brewpub
South Bend Brew Werks	Brewpub
Studebaker Brewing Company	Planning

Related Data for 46601

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