Survivability Rankings for Hair Salon in Chicago
StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Chicago neighborhoods to open a Hair Salon, at a good address, from Kilbourn Park (84.0% survival) to Douglas Park (70.5%).
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: Kilbourn Park: 84.0% at a good address, 80.4% at a typical address for Hair Salon (31 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)
- Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 73 of 99 ranked
- Average across the 99 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 72.5% for Hair Salons
- Most challenging area: Douglas Park: 70.5% at a good address, 57.3% 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 →
Table of Contents
- Summary
- 10 Best Neighborhoods
- Where Would a Hair Salon Make the Most Money?
- What Should I Consider?
- Where Should I Start?
- FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
- FAQ: Can a Hair Salon Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
- FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
- FAQ: Is a Hair Salon a Good Tenant?
- Landlord Survivability Data
- Best Neighborhoods for Any Business
Summary
StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Chicago to open a Hair Salon is Kilbourn Park, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 80.4% at a typical address (31 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 74.1%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Douglas Park, at 70.5% at a good address and 57.3% at a typical address. The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point.
What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Chicago to Open a Hair Salon?
Kilbourn Park ranks #1 of the 99 ranked neighborhoods in and around Chicago for Hair Salon 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:
| Rank | Neighborhood | Metro | At a good address | Average (typical address) | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kilbourn Park | Chicago | 84.0% | 80.4% | 84.0% | 74.1% |
| 2 | Hermosa | Chicago | 84.0% | 80.1% | 84.0% | 63.3% |
| 3 | Wrightwood Neighbors | Chicago | 84.0% | 80.1% | 84.0% | 73.6% |
| 4 | Sheffield Neighbors | Chicago | 84.0% | 79.8% | 84.0% | 64.6% |
| 5 | Boulevard District | Chicago | 84.0% | 79.5% | 84.0% | 69.6% |
| 6 | Roscoe Village | Chicago | 84.0% | 78.2% | 84.0% | 62.0% |
| 7 | Pilsen | Chicago | 84.0% | 77.9% | 84.0% | 60.6% |
| 8 | Lake View | Chicago | 84.0% | 77.4% | 84.0% | 49.4% |
| 9 | Lake View East | Chicago | 84.0% | 77.2% | 84.0% | 54.8% |
| 10 | Edgewater Beach | Chicago | 84.0% | 76.8% | 84.0% | 62.0% |
Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape: these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.
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 →
Try StreetSpring to see if this location is still the best and see if there are locations to rent in this area right now.
Where in or Around Chicago Would a Hair Salon Make the Most Money?
Where a Hair Salon 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.
Kilbourn Park is ranked #1 for Hair Salon survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 80.4% at a typical address; Douglas Park is ranked last of the 99, at 70.5% at a good address and 57.3% 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.
Where you sign the lease is a choice you can check against the published scores before you commit. Opening a Hair Salon in Chicago requires careful location choice. Across the 99 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Hair Salon lasts two or more years is 72.5% 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 Hair Salon in or Around Chicago?
When selecting a location for a Hair Salon in or around Chicago, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score comes first when comparing locations: it turns local competition and consumer spending into the share of revenue a business can expect to 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 have been studying the businesses serving more than 180 million+ Americans. Moderate competition often indicates a healthy market with proven consumer demand. 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
Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, housing vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.
Where in or Around Chicago Should I Start a Hair Salon?
The strongest survivability scores belong to Kilbourn Park, Hermosa, and Wrightwood Neighbors, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Douglas Park, Illinois Medical District, and North Park. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.
Related Articles:
- Business Survivability Rankings: Chicago
- Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Chicago
- National City Survivability: Hair Salon
- National Neighborhood Survivability: Hair Salon
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Chicago to Open a Hair Salon?
Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Hair Salon in Chicago is Kilbourn Park, at 84.0% at a good address and 80.4% at a typical address (31 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by Hermosa and Wrightwood Neighbors. 73 of the 99 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.
Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.
Can a Hair Salon 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. 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 Hair Salon 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 Hair Salon a Good Tenant for Chicago Landlords?
In Kilbourn Park, the projected chance that a new Hair Salon lasts two or more years is 80.4% 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 Hair Salon in Chicago
From a risk-assessment perspective, a Hair Salon tenant in Kilbourn Park, the top-ranked neighborhood, has a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 80.4% at a typical address. Hermosa is at 80.1% at a typical address, and Wrightwood Neighbors at 80.1% at a typical address. Our tool shows the survivability outlook for any business type at your exact address, updated regularly.
Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, housing vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.
Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity
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.
Related Resources
- Business Survivability Rankings: Chicago: See how Hair Salon compares to all other business types in Chicago
- Best Cities to Open a Hair Salon in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Hair Salon
- Business Survivability in Kilbourn Park, Chicago: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in Hermosa, Chicago: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in Wrightwood Neighbors, 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.