National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Cosmetics Shop
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Cosmetics Shops. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
Of all neighborhoods across the US analyzed in 2026, Truxton Circle in Washington DC offers the highest survivability for Cosmetics Shop operators at 86%. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 4 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Cosmetics Shops exist across diverse markets. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the survivability score for a specific address.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed by Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring — May 11, 2026
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Truxton Circle, Washington DC — 86% survivability for Cosmetics Shop
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 8583 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 66.7% for Cosmetics Shops
- Top-25 average: 84.0% — 17.3% above national average
- Data current as of: 2026 · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- How neighborhoods compare nationwide
- Top 25 neighborhoods in the US
- Geographic patterns
- How to use this ranking
- Related resources
- Frequently asked questions
Neighborhood-by-neighborhood survivability for Cosmetics Shops nationwide
Analyzing 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Cosmetics Shops significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 84.0% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 66.7%.
What the nationwide score spread means for owners
This 17.3% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
Where the surprising outliers come from
The consumer spending patterns that support Cosmetics Shops vary more by neighborhood than by city — which is why neighborhood-level analysis is particularly valuable for this business category. A 17.3% difference between top neighborhoods and the national average indicates that location selection has an above-average impact on outcomes for Cosmetics Shops compared to categories with narrower spreads. StreetSpring's address-level scoring identifies the specific blocks within any neighborhood where a given business type will outperform.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 4 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Cosmetics Shops can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
Site selection is the highest-leverage decision most entrepreneurs make — it sets every other variable in motion.
Which US neighborhoods are best for opening a Cosmetics Shop?
| Signal | Top-quartile neighborhood pattern | Bottom-quartile neighborhood pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Walk Score + foot-traffic alignment | Neighborhoods where Walk Score (90+) matches actual measured pedestrian volume — not just street-grid promise. | High Walk Score scores driven by transit density but with sparse street-level retail engagement. |
| Anchor-venue spillover | Neighborhoods within 0.25 miles of a major anchor (transit hub, university gate, hospital main entrance, concert venue). | Neighborhoods where the nearest anchor is past walking distance — no spillover demand. |
| Complementary subtype clustering | Neighborhoods with multiple complementary subtypes within 2 blocks (e.g., fitness + smoothie + athletic apparel). | Neighborhoods where the subtype is isolated from complementary anchors, requiring all foot-traffic to be destination-driven. |
The shared traits across the top 10
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Truxton Circle, Washington DC leads at 86% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Cosmetics Shops are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Truxton Circle | Washington DC | 86.0% | Great | 88.3% | 83.5% |
| 2 | Fair Lakes | Washington DC | 85.0% | Great | 87.3% | 82.5% |
| 3 | Sursum Corda Cooperative | Washington DC | 84.9% | Great | 87.2% | 82.4% |
| 4 | Adams Morgan | Washington DC | 84.8% | Great | 87.1% | 82.3% |
| 5 | Stuyvesant Town | New York City | 84.5% | Great | 86.9% | 82.0% |
| 6 | Navy Yard | New York City | 84.5% | Great | 86.9% | 82.0% |
| 7 | Williamsburg | New York City | 84.4% | Great | 86.7% | 81.9% |
| 8 | Woodside | New York City | 84.4% | Great | 86.7% | 81.8% |
| 9 | Vinegar Hill | New York City | 84.4% | Great | 86.7% | 81.8% |
| 10 | Downtown Crossing | Boston | 84.2% | Great | 86.6% | 81.7% |
| 11 | Washington | Washington DC | 84.1% | Great | 86.5% | 81.6% |
| 12 | Prospect Park South | New York City | 84.1% | Great | 86.4% | 81.6% |
| 13 | Jamaica Hills | New York City | 83.8% | Great | 86.1% | 81.3% |
| 14 | West Portal | San Francisco | 83.7% | Great | 86.1% | 81.2% |
| 15 | St. Francis Wood | San Francisco | 83.7% | Great | 86.0% | 81.1% |
| 16 | Prospect Park | New York City | 83.7% | Great | 86.0% | 81.1% |
| 17 | Haymarket | Boston | 83.6% | Great | 85.9% | 81.1% |
| 18 | Government Center | Boston | 83.5% | Great | 85.9% | 81.0% |
| 19 | Duboce Triangle | San Francisco | 83.5% | Great | 85.8% | 80.9% |
| 20 | Eureka Valley - Dolores Heights - Castro | San Francisco | 83.5% | Great | 85.8% | 80.9% |
| 21 | Lower East Side | New York City | 83.5% | Great | 85.8% | 80.9% |
| 22 | Flatbush | New York City | 83.4% | Great | 85.8% | 80.9% |
| 23 | Woodland-Normanstone Terrace | Washington DC | 83.3% | Great | 85.6% | 80.7% |
| 24 | NoMa | Washington DC | 83.3% | Great | 85.6% | 80.7% |
| 25 | Haight-Ashbury | San Francisco | 83.2% | Great | 85.5% | 80.7% |
Still, specific site selection matters, since some of the best-performing blocks can be found in neighborhoods that might not look ideal at first glance.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
What do the top neighborhoods nationwide have in common?
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 4 different cities, with New York City claiming 10 of the top spots (40%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- New York City: 10 neighborhoods (40% of top 25) — View city guide
- Washington DC: 7 neighborhoods (28% of top 25) — View city guide
- San Francisco: 5 neighborhoods (20% of top 25) — View city guide
- Boston: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Cosmetics Shops operators: cities with multiple neighborhoods in the top 25 offer more site options within a single market, reducing relocation or expansion cost. Cities with a single top-25 neighborhood require more precise site selection — the advantage is concentrated in one area rather than spread across the metro.
How transit access shapes survival
The concentration of 10 top-ranked neighborhoods in New York City (40% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that New York City's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for Cosmetics Shops. Operators targeting this category should treat New York City neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
From national ranking to a specific Cosmetics Shop location
Use this ranking to shortlist neighborhoods, then drill down to specific addresses. Our AI engine has been trained on millions of real business outcomes, giving every survivability prediction a foundation of data that no other platform can match. The difference between the best and worst blocks within a single top-ranked neighborhood can be as large as the gap between the #1 and #25 neighborhoods on this list.
For the most accurate assessment:
- Consider neighborhoods in the top 25 as strong starting points
- Examine city-specific guides for additional neighborhood options in your target markets
- Use StreetSpring's address-level tool to evaluate specific storefronts within these neighborhoods
- Factor in your budget, operational requirements, and target demographics
Each neighborhood has detailed analysis available through its city guide, providing block-by-block survivability data for Cosmetics Shops.
Why score alone shouldn't drive the lease decision
See also: Best Cities for Cosmetics Shop — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Cosmetics Shops.
Visual Data
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- New York City: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- San Francisco: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Washington DC: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Boston: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Cosmetics Shops
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical survivability range for Cosmetics Shops in top neighborhoods?
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Cosmetics Shops average 84.0% survivability. The national average across all analyzed neighborhoods is 66.7%. The spread between top neighborhoods and the national average is 17.3% — representing the tangible survivability advantage of choosing a top-ranked location.
Where can I download the underlying data?
The full national survivability dataset is available as a free download: https://streetspring.com/resources/data/national-survivability-scores-2026.csv. The CSV includes all business subtypes and neighborhoods covered in this analysis, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
How often do neighborhood rankings change?
StreetSpring updates rankings quarterly as new data on business openings, closures, and market conditions becomes available. The current analysis reflects 2026 data. Because competitive conditions shift as new businesses enter or exit a neighborhood, the specific rankings for any given business type can shift between updates — which is why we recommend verifying specific addresses in StreetSpring's live tool before making a final site selection decision.
What is the difference between city-level and neighborhood-level survivability rankings for Cosmetics Shops?
City-level rankings reflect average survivability for Cosmetics Shops across all neighborhoods in a given city — useful for identifying which cities offer the best overall conditions. Neighborhood-level rankings go deeper, showing which specific neighborhoods within those cities rank highest. StreetSpring's address-level tool adds a third layer, scoring individual storefronts within any neighborhood.
How can I compare specific addresses within these top neighborhoods?
StreetSpring's address-level tool allows you to input any commercial address and see predicted survivability for Cosmetics Shops. Even within the top-ranked neighborhoods, survivability varies meaningfully by block — address-level scoring is the most precise way to evaluate a specific site.
What makes Truxton Circle in Washington DC the best neighborhood for Cosmetics Shops?
Truxton Circle in Washington DC ranks #1 for Cosmetics Shops with 86% survivability. This reflects favorable competitive dynamics — fewer direct competitors relative to available consumer spending — strong demographic alignment with Cosmetics Shop customers, and local spending patterns that sustain this business category. StreetSpring's model weights these factors across all analyzed neighborhoods nationwide.
How should a landlord use this ranking when evaluating tenants for Cosmetics Shops?
Landlords can use this national neighborhood ranking to assess whether their property is in a location favorable to Cosmetics Shops — and by extension, how likely a Cosmetics Shop tenant is to maintain long-term occupancy. If your property is in one of the top 25 neighborhoods, Cosmetics Shops represent a strong tenant category. If not, StreetSpring's address-level tool will show the survivability score for your specific address and which tenant types score highest there.
How does the national ranking for Cosmetics Shops compare to city-level rankings?
The national neighborhood ranking for Cosmetics Shops identifies the strongest neighborhoods across all 24 analyzed metros. City-level rankings provide a more granular view of the best neighborhoods within a specific city. In cases where a city has multiple neighborhoods in the national top 25, the city-level guide shows the full ranking of all neighborhoods in that market — including those outside the national top 25 that may still offer strong site-specific opportunities.
Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across all 24 metros are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhood rankings are based on average Survivability Scores for Cosmetics Shops across all analyzed locations within each neighborhood. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities.