Full Brewery Profile
South Bend, IN 46601
3 active breweries · Population 4,933 · Indiana
ZIP code 46601 in South Bend, Indiana sits at BDI 60.8 — Extremely High on the national scale — with 3 active breweries and the opportunity model flags it as Low Opportunity. The breakdown below combines four data sources to characterize what the brewery scene actually looks like here, and what it might look like for a new entrant.
At a Glance
Density Index
60.8
Extremely High · #289 nationally
Walkability
N/A
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Opportunity
37.1
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
3
Population 4,933
Density — BDI 60.8
Extremely HighBDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 46601 ranks #289 nationally for craft beer density.
Walkability
Not analyzedWalkability analysis requires at least 2 active breweries in the ZIP. 46601 doesn't meet the threshold for a meaningful crawl score.
Opportunity — BOS 37.1
Low Opportunity
Median Income
$27,080
Age 25–44
8.2%
Bachelor's+
22.5%
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 46601
| Name | Type | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Ewe Brewery & Ale House | Brewpub | 1047 Lincoln Way E | Website |
| South Bend Brew Werks | Brewpub | 216 S Michigan St | Website |
| Studebaker Brewing Company | Planning | Website |