National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Hair Salon
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across the 22 US metros in this ranking for Hair Salons. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
StreetSpring's 2026 cross-market analysis finds 2 neighborhoods tied for #1 in the United States for opening a Hair Salon: Little Italy in New York City and Garment District in New York City, each with 83.7% survivability at a typical address. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 5 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Hair Salons exist across diverse markets. Static rankings can't capture every recent change in competition or consumer spending, which is why StreetSpring's real-time tool is the best place to check today's survivability score for a particular location.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-05 by Robert Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
- #1 Neighborhood: Little Italy, New York City: 83.7% survivability at a typical address for Hair Salon, tied with Garment District (New York City)
- What the figures measure: every figure in this ranking is the typical address, the neighborhood's average in its metro file, and the ranking orders on it
- Ranked neighborhoods: 1,907 across 22 major US cities
- Average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods: 72.4% at a typical address for Hair Salons
- Top-25 average: 82.9% at a typical address, 10.5 points above the average across all ranked neighborhoods
- 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
How do neighborhoods compare across the United States for Hair Salons?
Across 1,907 ranked neighborhoods in 22 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows the top 25 neighborhoods for Hair Salons averaging 82.9% survivability at a typical address, against 72.4% for the average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods.
This 10.5-point gap is the distance between those two averages, both at a typical address. It compares projections for neighborhoods; the projection for any one storefront is made at its own address.
For a Hair Salon, the top-ranked neighborhoods average 82.9% at a typical address, against 72.4% for the average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods. Read that projection alongside the Revenue Capture Score, the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's estimate of the revenue a business can capture at that address. StreetSpring's model counts the direct and indirect competitors for Hair Salons in each distance band around the specific address.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 5 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Hair Salons can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
The address you choose determines your competitive exposure, customer flow, and spending potential simultaneously.
What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Hair Salon?
The first, middle and last neighborhood in the table below, with the same three figures the table prints from each metro file: the box runs from the lowest to the highest address, and the white line is the typical address. Little Italy in New York City and Garment District in New York City tie for the lead at 83.7% at a typical address in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Hair Salons are:
Scores for Hair Salons run from 48.0% to 84.0% on this scale. The best address in 855 of the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods reaches the 84.0% ceiling, so the Best Locations column often shows that ceiling rather than a difference between places.
Neighborhoods are ordered on the typical address, the file's average for each neighborhood. Best Locations and Challenging Locations are the file's highest and lowest address.
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival (Typical Address) | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Little Italy | New York City | 83.7% | Great | 84.0% | 83.1% |
| 1 | Garment District | New York City | 83.7% | Great | 84.0% | 82.6% |
| 3 | Beacon Hill | Boston | 83.5% | Great | 84.0% | 83.1% |
| 3 | Carnegie Hill | New York City | 83.5% | Great | 84.0% | 83.1% |
| 3 | Flatiron District | New York City | 83.5% | Great | 84.0% | 82.6% |
| 6 | Chinatown | New York City | 83.4% | Average | 84.0% | 83.1% |
| 7 | Shaw | Washington DC | 83.2% | Great | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 8 | LeDroit Park | Washington DC | 83.1% | Great | 84.0% | 82.6% |
| 8 | Greenwich Village | New York City | 83.1% | Great | 84.0% | 59.7% |
| 10 | U Street Corridor | Washington DC | 83.0% | Great | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 11 | Central Hill | Boston | 82.9% | Great | 84.0% | 81.8% |
| 12 | Oakwood Hills | Miami | 82.8% | Great | 84.0% | 80.0% |
| 13 | Bethesda Center | Washington DC | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 68.7% |
| 13 | Parkchester | New York City | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 55.6% |
| 13 | Prospect Lefferts Gardens | New York City | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 48.0% |
| 13 | Platt Park | Denver | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 13 | Truxton Circle | Washington DC | 82.6% | Average | 82.6% | 81.3% |
| 18 | Lake Ridge | Miami | 82.5% | Great | 84.0% | 79.5% |
| 18 | West Highland | Denver | 82.5% | Great | 84.0% | 77.7% |
| 20 | Civic Center | Denver | 82.4% | Great | 84.0% | 79.5% |
| 20 | The Port | Boston | 82.4% | Great | 84.0% | 68.7% |
| 20 | Progresso Village | Miami | 82.4% | Great | 83.6% | 79.0% |
| 23 | Five Points | Denver | 82.3% | Great | 84.0% | 75.9% |
| 23 | Heritage Eagle Bend | Denver | 82.3% | Average | 83.6% | 81.3% |
| 23 | Magoun Square | Boston | 82.3% | Average | 82.6% | 79.0% |
Survivability rankings at the neighborhood level describe typical conditions: any specific storefront may score higher or lower depending on its exact competitive environment.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
What patterns emerge from the top-performing neighborhoods nationwide?
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 5 different cities, with New York City claiming 8 of the top spots (32%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- New York City: 8 neighborhoods (32% of top 25): View city guide
- Washington DC: 5 neighborhoods (20% of top 25): View city guide
- Denver: 5 neighborhoods (20% of top 25)
- Boston: 4 neighborhoods (16% of top 25): View city guide
- Miami: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25): View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Hair Salons 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.
The relatively even distribution of top neighborhoods across the 5 cities represented in the top 25 is consistent with a category where consumer demand is broadly distributed rather than concentrated in specific metros. For Hair Salons operators, this means strong site opportunities exist in multiple markets: the key variable is neighborhood-level competitive conditions rather than city-level market size.
How can I use this neighborhood ranking to find the best location for a Hair Salon?
Use this ranking to shortlist neighborhoods, then drill down to specific addresses. StreetSpring uses AI to project business survivability across U.S. neighborhoods, so you can check an address before a business opens there. 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 Hair Salons.
See also: Best Cities for Hair Salon: our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Hair Salons.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- Boston: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Washington DC: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- New York City: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Denver: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Miami: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Hair Salons
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the best neighborhoods for Hair Salons in large cities or smaller markets?
The top neighborhoods for Hair Salons in StreetSpring's 2026 dataset are concentrated in 5 cities in the current dataset. As coverage expands, this breakdown may shift. The fundamental driver is the competitive-to-spending ratio at the address level, which can favor strong locations in both large and smaller markets.
Which neighborhoods tie for #1 for Hair Salons?
Little Italy in New York City and Garment District in New York City tie for #1 for Hair Salons, each with 83.7% survivability at a typical address (the average in each metro file, which is what this ranking orders on). StreetSpring's model weighs competitive dynamics (direct competitors relative to available consumer spending), demographic alignment with Hair Salon customers and local spending patterns for every ranked neighborhood nationwide.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Hair Salons?
For Hair Salons, StreetSpring's model incorporates neighborhood-level demographic data including population density, median household income, employment rates, and consumer spending on this specific category. These factors vary by business type: the demographic profile that drives survivability for Hair Salon customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
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 Hair Salons?
City-level rankings reflect average survivability for Hair Salons 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.
Where can I download the underlying data?
Every neighborhood figure on this page comes from the metro file for its city, each a free download under CC BY 4.0: New York City (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/new-york-city-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Boston (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/boston-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Washington DC (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/washington-dc-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Miami (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/miami-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Denver (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/denver-survivability-scores-2026.csv). The national file, https://streetspring.com/resources/data/national-survivability-scores-2026.csv, has one row per metro and business type.
How do I interpret a survivability score?
A survivability score represents the estimated probability that a business of a specific type will still be operating at a given location after 2 years. A score of 80% means StreetSpring's model predicts an 80% chance of the business surviving past the 2-year mark at that address. Scores are calculated at the address level and reflect competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and hundreds of additional factors.
What is the typical survivability range for Hair Salons in top neighborhoods?
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Hair Salons average 82.9% survivability at a typical address. The average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods is 72.4%, also at a typical address. The gap between the two is 10.5 points. Each neighborhood's lowest and highest address are in the table above.
Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across the metros in this ranking are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
The table above reproduces from these metro files, one per city: New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Miami, Denver.
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhoods are ranked on the typical address: the average Survivability Score for Hair Salons across the scored locations within each neighborhood, as its metro file publishes it. The average across all ranked neighborhoods is the plain mean of those figures, not the national average on the city ranking, which averages metros. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 1907 neighborhoods across 22 major US cities. 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.