Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop in Atlanta

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Atlanta neighborhoods to open a Barber Shop, at a good address, from Blandtown (84.0% survival) to Cascade Heights (73.6%).

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Blandtown: 84.0% at a good address, 82.1% at a typical address for Barber Shop (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 40 of 56 ranked
  • Average across the 56 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 73.1% for Barber Shops
  • Most challenging area: Cascade Heights: 73.6% at a good address, 66.3% at a typical address
  • Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Atlanta, Blandtown ranks #1 for opening a Barber Shop, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 82.1% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 75.9%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Cascade Heights, at 73.6% at a good address and 66.3% at a typical address. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Atlanta to Open a Barber Shop?

Blandtown ranks #1 of the 56 ranked neighborhoods in and around Atlanta for Barber Shop survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodMetroAt a good addressAverage (typical address)Best LocationsChallenging Locations
1BlandtownAtlanta84.0%82.1%84.0%75.9%
2Old Fourth WardAtlanta84.0%81.5%84.0%72.8%
3Grant ParkAtlanta84.0%79.0%84.0%65.6%
4Lindridge/Martin ManorAtlanta84.0%78.7%84.0%61.0%
5West EndAtlanta84.0%76.9%84.0%59.7%
6PittsburghAtlanta83.6%81.1%83.6%77.2%
7Lakewood HeightsAtlanta83.6%79.0%84.0%74.1%
8Pine HillsAtlanta83.6%78.6%83.6%62.4%
9Virginia-HighlandAtlanta83.6%78.0%84.0%60.6%
10Underwood HillsAtlanta83.6%77.8%84.0%49.4%

Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation: your exact block could significantly outperform. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. See our full methodology →

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Where in or Around Atlanta Would a Barber Shop Make the Most Money?

Where a Barber Shop would make the most money in or around Atlanta comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Blandtown is ranked #1 for Barber Shop survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 82.1% at a typical address; Cascade Heights is ranked last of the 56, at 73.6% at a good address and 66.3% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens. Opening a Barber Shop in Atlanta requires careful location choice. Across the 56 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Barber Shop lasts two or more years is 73.1% at a typical address. Each business category has unique customer behavior patterns that vary significantly by address.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Barber Shop in or Around Atlanta?

When selecting a location for a Barber Shop in or around Atlanta, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. StreetSpring's proprietary Revenue Capture Score, the revenue a business can capture at a specific address, is the factor that matters most when choosing where to open. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. Our models draw from one of the most comprehensive commercial real estate datasets ever assembled. Areas with complementary competitors tend to generate higher overall foot traffic. These results are powered by exclusive algorithms trained on one of the largest commercial real estate datasets in the U.S. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.

This can be summarized as:

Revenue Capture Score = Projected Market Share × Forecasted Spend on Specific Business

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.


Where in or Around Atlanta Should I Start a Barber Shop?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Blandtown, Old Fourth Ward, and Grant Park, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Cascade Heights, Adamsville, and Venetian Hills. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Atlanta to Open a Barber Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Barber Shop in Atlanta is Blandtown, at 84.0% at a good address and 82.1% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by Old Fourth Ward and Grant Park. 40 of the 56 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, housing vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.


Can a Barber Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Atlanta?

Yes, neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Barber Shop Rankings in Atlanta Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Atlanta.


Is a Barber Shop a Good Tenant for Atlanta Landlords?

In Blandtown, the projected chance that a new Barber Shop lasts two or more years is 82.1% at a typical address and 84.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Barber Shop in Atlanta

For landlords evaluating tenant applications, StreetSpring's data provides a clear comparison across the top neighborhoods. In Blandtown, a Barber Shop has a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 82.1% at a typical address. In Old Fourth Ward, it is 81.5% at a typical address, and in Grant Park, 79.0% at a typical address. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront in the live tool.

With StreetSpring, you can see the precise probability of success for countless business models at any exact location.

Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity


What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Atlanta for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Atlanta to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Atlanta.

  • Business Survivability Rankings: Atlanta: See how Barber Shop compares to all other business types in Atlanta
  • Best Cities to Open a Barber Shop in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Barber Shop
  • Business Survivability in Blandtown, Atlanta: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Grant Park, Atlanta: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Atlanta are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

View technical data for Atlanta

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the figures shown here.