Number of operating microbreweries in the U.S. 2006-2023

In 2023, there were a total number of 2,092 microbreweries in the United States, based on the latest data of the Brewers Association. 

Microbreweries in the U.S. - additional information

Craft breweries comprise the majority of all breweries in the United States. The Brewers Association defines craft brewing as small, independent and traditional. Over the past years, craft brewers have become widespread across fifty states. Craft breweries are classified into brewpubs, regional craft breweries and microbreweries. Brewpubs are restaurants with their own breweries and sell at least a fourth of its beer on location. Regional craft breweries produce between fifteen thousand and six million barrels per year. Microbreweries have an annual beer production of less than 15,000 barrels.

In 2023, there were approximately 2,092 operating microbreweries in the U.S. During the same period, a total of 9,761 craft breweries operated in the country. Vermont had the highest number of craft beer breweries per capita.