Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop in Dallas
StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Dallas to open a Barber Shop, from Oak Lawn (82% survival) to Monticello (74%).
By Bobby Koons | Last reviewed: April 27, 2026 | Updated weekly | Methodology
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Oak Lawn — 82% average survivability for Barber Shop
- Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 30 of 30 analyzed
- City-wide average: 78% for Barber Shops
- Most challenging area: Monticello at 74%
- Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~5.4% more expected revenue in Oak Lawn
- Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- 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
StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Dallas to open a Barber Shop is Oak Lawn with 82% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 89% and the most challenging locations in Oak Lawn at 71%. The worst neighborhoods include Monticello with 74% average chance. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median.
Where Barber Shops Thrive in Dallas
Oak Lawn ranks #1 of 30 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Dallas for Barber Shop survivability with a score of 82% as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:
What separates the top neighborhoods from the rest
| Rank | Neighborhood | Best Locations | Average Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oak Lawn | 86.0% – 90.0% | 79.1% – 83.9% | 70.0% – 74.0% |
| 2 | Cottonwood | 84.0% – 88.0% | 78.7% – 83.6% | 74.0% – 78.0% |
| 3 | Butler | 81.0% – 85.0% | 78.7% – 83.5% | 75.0% – 79.0% |
| 4 | Pioneer | 83.0% – 87.0% | 77.8% – 82.6% | 73.0% – 77.0% |
| 5 | Downtown | 84.0% – 88.0% | 77.7% – 82.5% | 71.0% – 75.0% |
| 6 | South Poly | 80.0% – 84.0% | 77.1% – 82.0% | 75.0% – 79.0% |
| 7 | McArthur | 82.0% – 86.0% | 77.1% – 81.9% | 71.0% – 75.0% |
| 8 | Plano Park | 78.0% – 82.0% | 76.4% – 81.2% | 75.0% – 79.0% |
| 9 | Bluffview | 84.0% – 88.0% | 76.4% – 81.2% | 69.0% – 73.0% |
| 10 | M Streets | 84.0% – 88.0% | 76.1% – 80.9% | 70.0% – 74.0% |
How rent and competition shape the leaderboard
These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.
Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. 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 Barber Shops Earn the Most in Dallas
In Oak Lawn, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~5.4% more than the average location in or around Dallas.
On the other hand, in Monticello, the worst possible location could result in making ~4.2% less than the average location in the city.
Your choice of location outweighs almost every other business decision combined. Opening a Barber Shop in Dallas requires careful location choice. Across 30 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Barber Shop is 78% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. The interplay between location characteristics and business type produces unique survivability scores for every combination.
What to Think About When Launching a Barber Shop in Dallas
Selecting a high-survivability address is the single most cost-effective risk reduction available before signing a lease. Everything downstream depends on it. Our models show that Revenue Capture Score explains more outcome variance than any other individual metric. 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 analysis covers businesses serving the 24 largest metros in America. Neighborhoods with a mix of similar businesses frequently outperform isolated locations. The prediction engine behind these rankings is entirely proprietary — developed in-house over years of research.
| Consideration | Common pitfall | What to verify before signing |
|---|---|---|
| Foot traffic seasonality | Looking at a peak-summer Tuesday and assuming year-round volume. | Walk the block at 3 different times across 2 different weeks. Ask neighboring tenants for their slow-season % drop. |
| Permits & licensing | Assuming a 30-day permit timeline, hitting 90+ days, paying rent on a non-operating storefront. | Call the local zoning office before signing. Confirm your use is already permitted; if not, factor a 2-3 month variance timeline. |
| Build-out budget | Underestimating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing — the "hidden" 30-50% of build-out cost. | Get 3 quotes from licensed contractors and pad budget by +20% for surprises. Confirm landlord TI allowance in writing. |
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. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.
Pinpointing the Right Neighborhood for a Barber Shop in Dallas
The highest-performing areas for this business type are Oak Lawn, Cottonwood, and Butler, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Monticello, Old Towne, and Oakhurst. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.
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- Business Survivability Rankings: Dallas
- Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Dallas
- National City Survivability: Barber Shop
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Dallas to Open a Barber Shop?
Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Barber Shop in Dallas is Oak Lawn with 82% average survivability, followed by Cottonwood and Butler. 30 of 30 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.
Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.
When Lower-Scoring Neighborhoods Can Still Work for Barber Shops
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.
Refresh Cadence for Dallas Barber Shop Survivability Rankings
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 Dallas.
Should Dallas Landlords Lease to Barber Shops?
In Oak Lawn, StreetSpring forecasts a 79.1% – 83.9% average chance for a new Barber Shop to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.
Landlord Survivability Data for Barber Shop in Dallas
From a risk-assessment perspective, a Barber Shop tenant in Oak Lawn carries the lowest risk with average survivability of 79.1% – 83.9%. Cottonwood presents moderate risk (78.7% – 83.6%), and Butler carries comparatively higher risk at 78.7% – 83.5%. Our tool shows the survivability outlook for any business type at your exact address, updated weekly.
StreetSpring's predictions are granular enough to distinguish between two storefronts on the same block.
Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity
Where in Dallas Should You Open a Barber Shop?
You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Dallas to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Dallas.
Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Dallas are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
View technical data for Dallas
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Visual Data
Related Resources
Same business type in other cities:
- City Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop
- Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop in Atlanta
- National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop
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Local Data Questions
Additional questions with answers drawn directly from local data sources.
What other business types score similarly to Barber Shops in Dallas?
Per StreetSpring's Dallas corpus, peers of Barber Shops (within 2 points of the 68% average) include Convenience Store, Day Care Center, Liquor Store.
What are the key demographic factors for Barber Shops in Dallas?
Dallas has a metro median household income of ~$95K and a median age of 35 (ACS data). These two factors enter the survivability model alongside competition density, lease economics, and accessibility — the model's average score for Barber Shops in Dallas is 68%.
Which US cities have the highest survivability for Barber Shops?
Across 24 US metros, Dallas, San Antonio, Orlando top the rankings for Barber Shops. Dallas comes in at #1 with an average score of 68%.