Full Brewery Profile

West Des Moines, IA 50266

2 active breweries · Population 36,770 · Iowa

West Des Moines, Iowa (50266) currently supports 2 active breweries, earning a Brewery Density Index of 5.4 (Average) with a walkability score of 13.0 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
5.4
Average · #2,864 nationally
Walkability
13.0
Car Recommended
Opportunity
54.8
Moderate Opportunity
Active Breweries
2
Population 36,770

Density — BDI 5.4

Average

BDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 50266 ranks #2,864 nationally for craft beer density.

Walkability — BWS 13.0

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 54.8

Moderate Opportunity
Median Income $85,282
Age 25–44 9.7%
Bachelor's+ 60.1%

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 50266

NameTypeAddress
Barn Town Brewing Co.Brewpub9500 SE University Ave #1110
Twisted Vine BreweryMicro3320 Westown PkwyWebsite

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