Full Brewery Profile

Grand Rapids, MI 49506

3 active breweries · Population 35,025 · Michigan

Grand Rapids, Michigan (49506) currently supports 3 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 8.6 (Above Average) with a walkability score of 68.6 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
8.6
Above Average · #2,046 nationally
Walkability
68.6
Great for Walking
Opportunity
59.5
Moderate Opportunity
Active Breweries
3
Population 35,025

Density — BDI 8.6

Above Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 49506 ranks #2,046 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 68.6

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 59.5

Moderate Opportunity
Median Income $112,287
Age 25–44 11.4%
Bachelor's+ 67.0%

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 49506

NameTypeAddress
Brewery VivantBrewpub925 Cherry St SEWebsite
East West Brewing CoBrewpub1400 Lake Dr SEWebsite
Harmony Brewing CoBrewpub1551 Lake Dr SE

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 📈 Michigan Market Health State openings, closures, and trend

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