Full Brewery Profile

Waynesville, NC 28786

2 active breweries · Population 22,153 · North Carolina

Waynesville, North Carolina (28786) currently supports 2 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 9.0 (Above Average) with a walkability score of 20.3 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
9.0
Above Average · #1,974 nationally
Walkability
20.3
Limited Walkability
Opportunity
43.0
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
2
Population 22,153

Density — BDI 9.0

Above Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 28786 ranks #1,974 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 20.3

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 43.0

Low Opportunity
Median Income $56,047
Age 25–44 6.5%
Bachelor's+ 31.8%

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 28786

NameTypeAddress
Boojum Brewing CompanyMicro357 Dayton DrWebsite
Frog Level Brewing CompanyMicro56 Commerce 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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