What is the best neighborhood in Chicago to open a Dance Club?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Chicago to open a Dance Club is Boulevard District, ranked #1 at 86.0% at a good address and 82.5% at a typical address. 28 of the 99 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

What is the average survivability for Dance Club across Chicago's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 99 ranked neighborhoods in Chicago, the average projected chance that a Dance Club lasts two or more years is 65.8% at a typical address. Boulevard District, ranked #1, is at 82.5% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Dance Club in Chicago?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Chicago for Dance Club include Kennedy Park (ranked last, at 58.6% at a good address and 55.2% at a typical address), Wildwood, and West Elsdon. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

What should I consider when opening a Dance Club in Chicago?

Revenue Capture Score is the top factor to weigh before signing a lease, because it measures how much of the local customer spending a business at that address can win. StreetSpring computes Revenue Capture Score by projecting the business's market share based on competitor quality and quantity, mobility patterns, and forecasted consumer spending for the specific business type.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Dance Club survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. With StreetSpring, you can see the precise probability of success for countless business models at any exact location.

Survivability Rankings for Dance Club in Chicago

Q: Where in Chicago would a Dance Club 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 Chicago address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Dance Club succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Chicago?

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. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Chicago neighborhoods to open a Dance Club, at a good address, from Boulevard District (86.0% survival) to Kennedy Park.

April 24, 2026•14 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: Boulevard District: 86.0% at a good address, 82.5% at a typical address for Dance Club

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 28 of 99 ranked

Average across the 99 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 65.8% for Dance Clubs

Most challenging area: Kennedy Park: 58.6% at a good address, 55.2% 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 Dance Club Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Dance Club Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Dance Club a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Boulevard District leads Chicago's 2026 survivability rankings for Dance Club operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 86.0% at a good address and 82.5% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 86.0% and its lowest at 73.4%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Kennedy Park, at 58.6% at a good address and 55.2% at a typical address. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Chicago to Open a Dance Club?

Boulevard District ranks #1 of the 99 ranked neighborhoods in and around Chicago for Dance Club survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 86.0% 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	Boulevard District	Chicago	86.0%	82.5%	86.0%	73.4%
2	Palmer Square	Chicago	85.9%	84.5%	86.0%	76.6%
3	Logan Square	Chicago	85.6%	81.1%	86.0%	66.6%
4	Pigeon Hill	Chicago	85.6%	80.5%	85.6%	63.5%
5	Sheffield Neighbors	Chicago	85.1%	82.8%	85.6%	73.0%
6	Big Woods Marmion	Chicago	85.1%	77.1%	86.0%	58.1%
7	Humboldt Park	Chicago	84.6%	73.2%	85.6%	50.9%
8	Albany Park	Chicago	84.6%	71.1%	86.0%	50.4%
9	University Village/Little Italy	Chicago	84.3%	73.6%	85.6%	52.7%
10	Cunningham	Chicago	84.2%	76.0%	84.6%	65.3%

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

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 Chicago Would a Dance Club Make the Most Money?

Where a Dance Club would make the most money in or around Chicago 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.

Boulevard District is ranked #1 for Dance Club survivability, at 86.0% at a good address and 82.5% at a typical address; Kennedy Park is ranked last of the 99, at 58.6% at a good address and 55.2% 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.

Your choice of location is one of the few business decisions you can test against data before you commit. Opening a Dance Club in Chicago requires careful location choice. Across the 99 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Dance Club lasts two or more years is 65.8% at a typical address. The same location can be excellent for one business type and poor for another.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Dance Club in or Around Chicago?

When selecting a location for a Dance Club in or around Chicago, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score is the top factor to weigh before signing a lease, because it measures how much of the local customer spending a business at that address can win. 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 incorporate data from thousands of neighborhoods and hundreds of thousands of individual businesses. Neighborhoods with a mix of similar businesses frequently outperform isolated locations. StreetSpring leverages exclusive data sources and custom models for these projections. 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. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

Where in or Around Chicago Should I Start a Dance Club?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Boulevard District, Palmer Square, and Logan Square, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Kennedy Park, Wildwood, and West Elsdon. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Chicago to Open a Dance Club?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Dance Club in Chicago is Boulevard District, at 86.0% at a good address and 82.5% at a typical address, followed by Palmer Square and Logan Square. 28 of the 99 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 Dance Club Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Chicago?

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. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Dance Club Rankings in Chicago 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 Chicago.

Is a Dance Club a Good Tenant for Chicago Landlords?

In Boulevard District, the projected chance that a new Dance Club lasts two or more years is 82.5% at a typical address and 86.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Dance Club in Chicago

The data tells a clear story for Dance Club tenants across Chicago's top neighborhoods. Boulevard District leads at 82.5% at a typical address, with its best scored address at 86.0%. Palmer Square is at 84.5% at a typical address, and Logan Square at 81.1% at a typical address. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront in the live tool.

Our tool scores any business category at the exact storefront address you enter.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Chicago: See how Dance Club compares to all other business types in Chicago
Best Cities to Open a Dance Club in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Dance Club
Business Survivability in Boulevard District, Chicago: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Palmer Square, Chicago: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Logan Square, Chicago: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Chicago

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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