Is 52043 a good place to open a brewery?

Based on our analysis, 52043 (Elkader, Iowa) is rated "Low Opportunity" with a Brewery Opportunity Score of 39.8/100. The area has 1,853 residents, $65,202 median household income, and a current BDI of 54.0.

What factors determine brewery opportunity in 52043?

The BOS for 52043 considers five factors: household income, demographics (25-44 age group at 7.1%), education (bachelor's+ at 21.6%), existing competition (BDI: 54.0), and accessibility.

Brewery Market Opportunity in Elkader, IA 52043

Brewery Opportunity Score

39.8

Low Opportunity

ZIP code 52043 in Elkader, Iowa currently shows limited opportunity for a new brewery (BOS: 39.8). The combination of demographics, income ($65,202), and current competition (BDI: 54.0) suggests this market may not be the strongest choice for a new venture at this time.

Population

1,853

Potential customer base

Median Income

$65,202

Household income

National Rank

#4,261

Top 8% nationally

Current BDI

54.0

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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

Accessibility

Existing Breweries in 52043 (1)

Name	Type
Deb's Brewtopia	Micro

Related Data for 52043

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Nearby ZIP Codes

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