Full Brewery Profile
Rockford, IL 61104
1 active breweries · Population 17,584 · Illinois
ZIP code 61104 in Rockford, Illinois sits at BDI 5.7 — 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
5.7
Average · #2,785 nationally
Walkability
N/A
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Opportunity
37.0
Low Opportunity
Active Breweries
1
Population 17,584
Density — BDI 5.7
AverageBDI measures breweries per 100,000 residents. 61104 ranks #2,785 nationally for craft beer density.
Walkability
Not analyzedWalkability analysis requires at least 2 active breweries in the ZIP. 61104 doesn't meet the threshold for a meaningful crawl score.
Opportunity — BOS 37.0
Low Opportunity
Median Income
$32,161
Age 25–44
9.9%
Bachelor's+
9.1%
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 61104
| Name | Type | Address | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlyle Brewing Co | Brewpub | 215 E State St | Website |