Brewery Market Opportunity in Ely, MN 55731

Brewery Opportunity Score
45.7
Moderate Opportunity

Ely, Minnesota (55731) shows moderate opportunity for a new brewery venture. The Brewery Opportunity Score of 45.7 reflects a balanced market — decent demographics and income ($62,900 median household), but with some existing competition (BDI: 18.9). Population of 5,292 provides a reasonable customer base.

Population
5,292
Potential customer base
Median Income
$62,900
Household income
National Rank
#2,909
Top 37% nationally
Current BDI
18.9

Opportunity Score Breakdown

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

Income
21
Demographics (25-44)
21
Education
51
Low Competition
100
Accessibility
0

Existing Breweries in 55731 (1)

NameType
Boathouse Brewery LLCBrewpub

Nearby ZIP Codes