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Big Rapids, MI 49307

2 active breweries · Population 18,063 · Michigan

ZIP code 49307 in Big Rapids, Michigan sits at BDI 11.1 — Above Average on the national scale — with 2 active breweries with a walkability score of 35.6 and the opportunity model flags it as Moderate 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
11.1
Above Average · #1,631 nationally
Walkability
35.6
Limited Walkability
Opportunity
51.5
Moderate Opportunity
Active Breweries
2
Population 18,063

Density — BDI 11.1

Above Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 49307 ranks #1,631 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 35.6

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 51.5

Moderate Opportunity
Median Income $54,803
Age 25–44 26.4%
Bachelor's+ 30.8%

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 49307

NameTypeAddress
Blue Cow Cafe/Big Rapids Brewing CoBrewpub119 N Michigan AveWebsite
Cranker's BreweryBrewpub213 S State St

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