Full Brewery Profile

Wakefield, RI 02879

2 active breweries · Population 22,628 · Rhode Island

Wakefield, Rhode Island (02879) currently supports 2 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 8.8 (Above Average) with a walkability score of 38.0 and the opportunity model flags it as Moderate Opportunity. This profile pulls together density, walkability, and opportunity data so you can see the full picture of the local craft beer market in one place.

At a Glance

Density Index
8.8
Above Average · #2,000 nationally
Walkability
38.0
Limited Walkability
Opportunity
54.8
Moderate Opportunity
Active Breweries
2
Population 22,628

Density — BDI 8.8

Above Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 02879 ranks #2,000 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 38.0

Limited Walkability
Walk Score N/A/100
Breweries Within 1hr Walk 1
Cluster Density 0 in 0.5mi

Walkability is calculated from Walk Score, transit data, and how tightly clustered breweries are. A score above 60 means you can chain several taprooms on foot.

Opportunity — BOS 54.8

Moderate Opportunity
Median Income $115,848
Age 25–44 6.7%
Bachelor's+ 59.1%

Opportunity score weights income, target demographics (25–44), education, and current competition. Higher means an under-served market with the right customer base.

Active Breweries in 02879

NameTypeAddress
Sons of Liberty Beer & Spirits Co.Micro1425 Kingstown RdWebsite
Whalers Brewing CompanyMicro1174 Kingstown RdWebsite

Drill Into Specific Metrics

🍺 Density Breakdown BDI ranking, type mix, and national comparison 🚶 Walkability Analysis BWS, walkable crawls, and transit access 📊 Opportunity Score Demographics, income, and market verdict 📈 Rhode Island Market Health State openings, closures, and trend

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