Full Brewery Profile

Sylva, NC 28779

2 active breweries · Population 17,845 · North Carolina

Sylva, North Carolina (28779) currently supports 2 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 11.2 (Above Average) with a walkability score of 92.8 and the opportunity model flags it as Low 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
11.2
Above Average · #1,611 nationally
Walkability
92.8
Excellent Brewery Crawl
Opportunity
41.9
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
2
Population 17,845

Density — BDI 11.2

Above Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 28779 ranks #1,611 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 92.8

Excellent Brewery Crawl
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 41.9

Low Opportunity
Median Income $54,407
Age 25–44 6.9%
Bachelor's+ 28.2%

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 28779

NameTypeAddress
Balsam Falls BrewingMicro506 W Main St
Innovation BrewingBrewpub414 W Main StWebsite

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 📈 North Carolina Market Health State openings, closures, and trend

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