Full Brewery Profile

Escanaba, MI 49829

2 active breweries · Population 16,859 · Michigan

Escanaba, Michigan (49829) currently supports 2 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 11.9 (Above Average) with a walkability score of 14.6 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
11.9
Above Average · #1,542 nationally
Walkability
14.6
Car Recommended
Opportunity
38.5
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
2
Population 16,859

Density — BDI 11.9

Above Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 49829 ranks #1,542 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 14.6

Car Recommended
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 38.5

Low Opportunity
Median Income $45,808
Age 25–44 6.2%
Bachelor's+ 18.5%

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 49829

NameTypeAddress
Hereford and Hops Steakhouse and BrewpubBrewpub624 Ludington StWebsite
Upper Hand BreweryMicro3525 Airport RdWebsite

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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