National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Mixed Martial Arts Studio
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across the 22 US metros in this ranking for Mixed Martial Arts Studios. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
Our 2026 analysis of ranked neighborhoods across major US metros shows Blandtown in Atlanta as the top location to open a Mixed Martial Arts Studio, with 83.7% survivability at a typical address. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 8 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Mixed Martial Arts Studios 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: Blandtown, Atlanta: 83.7% survivability at a typical address for Mixed Martial Arts Studio
- 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: 66.2% at a typical address for Mixed Martial Arts Studios
- Top-25 average: 81.7% at a typical address, 15.5 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 Mixed Martial Arts Studios?
Across 1,907 ranked neighborhoods in 22 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows the top 25 neighborhoods for Mixed Martial Arts Studios averaging 81.7% survivability at a typical address, against 66.2% for the average across the 1,907 ranked neighborhoods.
This 15.5-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 Mixed Martial Arts Studio, the top-ranked neighborhoods average 81.7% at a typical address, against 66.2% 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 Mixed Martial Arts Studios 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 8 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Mixed Martial Arts Studios can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
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What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Mixed Martial Arts Studio?
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. Blandtown, Atlanta leads at 83.7% at a typical address in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Mixed Martial Arts Studios are:
Scores for Mixed Martial Arts Studios run from 48.0% to 84.0% on this scale. The best address in 310 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 | Blandtown | Atlanta | 83.7% | Great | 84.0% | 82.2% |
| 2 | Colonial Town Center | Orlando | 82.9% | Great | 84.0% | 79.0% |
| 3 | Serenity Ridge | Denver | 82.8% | Great | 84.0% | 81.3% |
| 3 | Platt Park | Denver | 82.8% | Great | 84.0% | 77.2% |
| 5 | Jefferson Park | Denver | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 79.5% |
| 5 | Whiteoak | Charlotte | 82.6% | Great | 84.0% | 78.6% |
| 7 | Heritage Eagle Bend | Denver | 82.4% | Great | 84.0% | 73.6% |
| 8 | LeDroit Park | Washington DC | 82.2% | Great | 84.0% | 79.5% |
| 8 | U Street Corridor | Washington DC | 82.2% | Great | 84.0% | 71.4% |
| 10 | Highland | Denver | 81.9% | Great | 84.0% | 74.1% |
| 11 | North Charlotte | Charlotte | 81.8% | Good | 84.0% | 78.6% |
| 11 | Fitzsimons | Denver | 81.8% | Great | 84.0% | 71.4% |
| 13 | Cunningham | Chicago | 81.7% | Great | 84.0% | 78.6% |
| 14 | West Colfax | Denver | 81.3% | Great | 84.0% | 66.9% |
| 15 | Woodland | Seattle | 81.2% | Great | 84.0% | 75.4% |
| 16 | Grant Park | Atlanta | 81.1% | Great | 84.0% | 66.9% |
| 16 | Eckington | Washington DC | 81.1% | Great | 83.6% | 69.2% |
| 18 | Kirkman South | Orlando | 80.9% | Good | 84.0% | 75.4% |
| 18 | Midtown | Houston | 80.9% | Great | 84.0% | 61.0% |
| 18 | Pleasant Plains | Washington DC | 80.9% | Great | 84.0% | 71.0% |
| 21 | Woodgate | Denver | 80.8% | Great | 84.0% | 70.0% |
| 21 | Chaffee Park | Denver | 80.8% | Great | 84.0% | 63.8% |
| 21 | Edgewood | Washington DC | 80.8% | Good | 84.0% | 72.3% |
| 24 | Old Fourth Ward | Atlanta | 80.7% | Great | 84.0% | 66.0% |
| 24 | Truxton Circle | Washington DC | 80.7% | Good | 82.6% | 74.1% |
These neighborhood rankings are directional: the specific address remains the decisive variable, and StreetSpring's live tool scores each address individually.
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 8 different cities, with Denver claiming 9 of the top spots (36%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- Denver: 9 neighborhoods (36% of top 25)
- Washington DC: 6 neighborhoods (24% of top 25): View city guide
- Atlanta: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25): View city guide
- Orlando: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25): View city guide
- Charlotte: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25): View city guide
- Chicago: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25): View city guide
- Seattle: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25): View city guide
- Houston: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25): View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Mixed Martial Arts Studios 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 8 cities represented in the top 25 is consistent with a category where consumer demand is broadly distributed rather than concentrated in specific metros. For Mixed Martial Arts Studios 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 Mixed Martial Arts Studio?
Use this ranking to shortlist neighborhoods, then drill down to specific addresses. Our analysis draws on a proprietary commercial real estate dataset spanning major US metros and every business type ranked on this site. 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 Mixed Martial Arts Studios.
See also: Best Cities for Mixed Martial Arts Studio: our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Mixed Martial Arts Studios.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- Seattle: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Orlando: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Washington DC: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Houston: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Chicago: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Mixed Martial Arts Studios
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the competitive environment for Mixed Martial Arts Studios stronger in some markets than others?
Yes, competition density for Mixed Martial Arts Studios varies significantly by market. StreetSpring's model reads the number of direct competitors against the consumer spending available to them at each address. StreetSpring's address-level tool shows the exact competitive environment at any specific location.
What is the difference between city-level and neighborhood-level survivability rankings for Mixed Martial Arts Studios?
City-level rankings reflect average survivability for Mixed Martial Arts Studios 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.
Can a Mixed Martial Arts Studio succeed in neighborhoods outside the top 25?
Yes, the top 25 neighborhoods represent standout conditions, but Mixed Martial Arts Studios can achieve strong survivability in many other neighborhoods as well. What matters is finding a location where competitive density is low enough and consumer spending is strong enough to support the business. StreetSpring's address-level tool identifies high-survivability addresses in any neighborhood, including those not represented in this top-25 list.
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: Atlanta (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/atlanta-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Orlando (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/orlando-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Denver (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/denver-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Charlotte (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/charlotte-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Washington DC (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/washington-dc-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Chicago (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/chicago-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Seattle (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/seattle-survivability-scores-2026.csv), Houston (https://streetspring.com/resources/data/houston-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 does StreetSpring calculate survivability for Mixed Martial Arts Studios specifically?
StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for Mixed Martial Arts Studios by analyzing the competitive density of existing Mixed Martial Arts Studios within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on Mixed Martial Arts Studios in that location, the housing vacancy rate and business mix around the site, and hundreds of additional factors. The resulting survivability score reflects the estimated probability of a new Mixed Martial Arts Studio surviving two or more years at that specific address.
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.
Are there good opportunities outside the top 25 neighborhoods?
Absolutely. This ranking covers 1,907 ranked neighborhoods across 22 cities. Many neighborhoods outside the top 25 have excellent individual locations for Mixed Martial Arts Studios. Neighborhood-level rankings reflect averages: specific addresses within any neighborhood can score well above or below the neighborhood mean. Use city-specific guides and StreetSpring's address-level tool to explore options beyond the top 25.
Which cities appear most frequently in the top 25 neighborhoods for Mixed Martial Arts Studios?
The cities most represented in the top 25 for Mixed Martial Arts Studios are Denver (9), Washington DC (6), Atlanta (3). City-specific guides provide deeper analysis of each city's neighborhoods.
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: Atlanta, Orlando, Denver, Charlotte, Washington DC, Chicago, Seattle, Houston.
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 Mixed Martial Arts Studios 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.