Full Brewery Profile
Fort Dodge, IA 50501
1 active breweries · Population 28,633 · Iowa
ZIP code 50501 in Fort Dodge, Iowa sits at BDI 3.5 — Average on the national scale — with one active brewery 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
3.5
Average · #3,691 nationally
Walkability
N/A
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Opportunity
44.9
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
1
Population 28,633
Density — BDI 3.5
AverageBDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 50501 ranks #3,691 nationally for craft beer density.
Walkability
Not analyzedWalkability analysis requires at least 2 active breweries in the ZIP. 50501 doesn't meet the threshold for a meaningful crawl score.
Opportunity — BOS 44.9
Low Opportunity
Median Income
$66,130
Age 25–44
12.2%
Bachelor's+
20.5%
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 50501
| Name | Type | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shiny Top Brewing | Micro | 520 Central Ave | Website |