Full Brewery Profile

Salem, VA 24153

3 active breweries · Population 38,249 · Virginia

Salem, Virginia (24153) currently supports 3 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 7.8 (Average) with a walkability score of 66.6 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
7.8
Average · #2,194 nationally
Walkability
66.6
Great for Walking
Opportunity
48.0
Moderate Opportunity
Active Breweries
3
Population 38,249

Density — BDI 7.8

Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 24153 ranks #2,194 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 66.6

Great for Walking
Walk Score N/A/100
Breweries Within 1hr Walk 2
Cluster Density 2 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 48.0

Moderate Opportunity
Median Income $72,691
Age 25–44 11.1%
Bachelor's+ 30.0%

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 24153

NameTypeAddress
Ober Brewing, LLC.Micro1443 Lakeside Cir
Olde Salem Brewing CompanyMicro21 E Main StWebsite
Parkway BrewingMicro739 Kessler Mill 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 📈 Virginia Market Health State openings, closures, and trend

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