Is 49629 a good place to open a brewery?

Based on our analysis, 49629 (Elk Rapids, Michigan) is rated "Low Opportunity" with a Brewery Opportunity Score of 44.8/100. The area has 2,037 residents, $74,318 median household income, and a current BDI of 49.1.

What factors determine brewery opportunity in 49629?

The BOS for 49629 considers five factors: household income, demographics (25-44 age group at 4.8%), education (bachelor's+ at 45.7%), existing competition (BDI: 49.1), and accessibility.

Brewery Market Opportunity in Elk Rapids, MI 49629

Brewery Opportunity Score

44.8

Low Opportunity

ZIP code 49629 in Elk Rapids, Michigan currently shows limited opportunity for a new brewery (BOS: 44.8). The combination of demographics, income ($74,318), and current competition (BDI: 49.1) suggests this market may not be the strongest choice for a new venture at this time.

Population

2,037

Potential customer base

Median Income

$74,318

Household income

National Rank

#3,112

Top 32% nationally

Current BDI

49.1

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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 49629 (1)

Name	Type
Short's Brewing Co - Production Facility	Regional

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Nearby ZIP Codes

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