What is the average survivability for Barber Shop across Boston's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 52 ranked neighborhoods in Boston, the average projected chance that a Barber Shop lasts two or more years is 66.2% at a typical address. Magoun Square, ranked #1, is at 81.0% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Barber Shop in Boston?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Boston for Barber Shop include Beacon Hill (ranked last, at 56.6% at a good address and 51.7% at a typical address), Back Bay, and Merrymount. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop in Boston

Q: What is the best neighborhood in Boston to open a Barber Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Boston to open a Barber Shop is Magoun Square, ranked #1 at 83.6% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 83.6% good-address figure). 13 of the 52 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Q: Where in Boston would a Barber Shop make the most money?

It depends on 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. Check it in the live tool for each Boston address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Barber Shop succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Boston?

Yes, neighborhood rankings are averages that 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. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Boston neighborhoods to open a Barber Shop, at a good address, from Magoun Square (83.6% survival) to Beacon Hill (56.6%).

April 24, 2026•13 min read

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: Magoun Square: 83.6% at a good address, 81.0% at a typical address for Barber Shop (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 83.6% good-address figure)

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 13 of 52 ranked

Average across the 52 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 66.2% for Barber Shops

Most challenging area: Beacon Hill: 56.6% at a good address, 51.7% 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 →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Barber Shop Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Barber Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Barber Shop a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Opening a Barber Shop in Boston? Our 2026 analysis identifies Magoun Square as the top location, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.6% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 83.6% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 67.4%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Beacon Hill, at 56.6% at a good address and 51.7% at a typical address. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation: your exact block could significantly outperform.

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

Magoun Square ranks #1 of the 52 ranked neighborhoods in and around Boston for Barber Shop survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.6% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Metro	At a good address	Average (typical address)	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Magoun Square	Boston	83.6%	81.0%	84.0%	67.4%
2	Winter Hill	Boston	83.6%	80.6%	84.0%	65.6%
3	Porter Square	Boston	83.6%	79.7%	83.6%	72.8%
4	Assembly Square	Boston	83.6%	79.1%	83.6%	57.0%
5	East Somerville	Boston	83.6%	79.0%	83.6%	68.2%
6	Central Hill	Boston	83.1%	80.4%	83.6%	73.2%
7	Davis Square	Boston	83.1%	77.3%	83.6%	57.9%
8	North Cambridge	Boston	83.1%	74.8%	84.0%	49.8%
9	Ball Square	Boston	83.1%	74.8%	83.1%	50.2%
10	Cambridge Highlands	Boston	82.6%	73.0%	83.6%	51.2%

However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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 Boston Would a Barber Shop Make the Most Money?

Where a Barber Shop would make the most money in or around Boston 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.

Magoun Square is ranked #1 for Barber Shop survivability, at 83.6% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address; Beacon Hill is ranked last of the 52, at 56.6% at a good address and 51.7% 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.

The rankings below show how far apart the neighborhoods of one city sit for the same business type. Opening a Barber Shop in Boston requires careful location choice. Across the 52 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Barber Shop lasts two or more years is 66.2% at a typical address. Two businesses on the same block can have very different survivability scores depending on their category.

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

When selecting a location for a Barber Shop in or around Boston, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The most important factor for a business's success is the Revenue Capture Score for the business at the location it selects. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We have been studying the businesses serving more than 180 million+ Americans. A certain density of competitors signals strong demand and can benefit all businesses. These insights come from StreetSpring's exclusive, in-house forecasting models. 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

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

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

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Magoun Square, Winter Hill, and Porter Square, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Beacon Hill, Back Bay, and Merrymount. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

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

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Barber Shop in Boston is Magoun Square, at 83.6% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 83.6% good-address figure), followed by Winter Hill and Porter Square. 13 of the 52 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

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

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. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Barber Shop Rankings in Boston 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 Boston.

Is a Barber Shop a Good Tenant for Boston Landlords?

In Magoun Square, the projected chance that a new Barber Shop lasts two or more years is 81.0% at a typical address and 83.6% 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 Boston

From a risk-assessment perspective, a Barber Shop tenant in Magoun Square, the top-ranked neighborhood, has a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 81.0% at a typical address. Winter Hill is at 80.6% at a typical address, and Porter Square at 79.7% at a typical address. Our tool shows the survivability outlook for any business type at your exact address, updated regularly.

StreetSpring provides address-specific survivability predictions for 500+ business types.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Boston: See how Barber Shop compares to all other business types in Boston
Best Cities to Open a Barber Shop in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Barber Shop
Business Survivability in Magoun Square, Boston: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Winter Hill, Boston: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Porter Square, Boston: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Boston

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

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