What is the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Day Care Center?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Day Care Center is Hackensack Riverfront, ranked #1 at 85.6% at a good address and 76.6% at a typical address. 7 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

What is the average survivability for Day Care Center across New York City's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods in New York City, the average projected chance that a Day Care Center lasts two or more years is 54.7% at a typical address. Hackensack Riverfront, ranked #1, is at 76.6% at a typical address.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Day Care Center survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, housing vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.

What should I consider when opening a Day Care Center in New York City?

The single most important number in a location decision is the Revenue Capture Score, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. StreetSpring computes Revenue Capture Score by projecting the business's market share based on competitor quality and quantity, mobility patterns, and forecasted consumer spending for the specific business type.

Survivability Rankings for Day Care Center in New York City

Q: Where in New York City would a Day Care Center make the most money?

It depends on 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. Check it in the live tool for each New York City address you are weighing.

Q: What are the worst neighborhoods for Day Care Center in New York City?

The most challenging neighborhoods in New York City for Day Care Center include Chinatown (ranked last, at 50.0% at a good address and 50.0% at a typical address; 15 ranked neighborhoods share the 50.0% good-address figure), Tudor City, and Garment District. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

Q: Can a Day Care Center succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in New York City?

Yes, neighborhood rankings are averages that 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. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

2026 ranking of New York City neighborhoods to open a Day Care Center, at a good address, from Hackensack Riverfront (85.6% survival) to Chinatown.

September 22, 2026•14 min read

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: Hackensack Riverfront: 85.6% at a good address, 76.6% at a typical address for Day Care Center

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 7 of 180 ranked

Average across the 180 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 54.7% for Day Care Centers

Most challenging area: Chinatown: 50.0% at a good address, 50.0% at a typical address (15 ranked neighborhoods share the 50.0% good-address figure)

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 →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Day Care Center Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Day Care Center Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Day Care Center a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Hackensack Riverfront leads New York City's 2026 survivability rankings for Day Care Center operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 85.6% at a good address and 76.6% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 86.0% and its lowest at 55.0%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Chinatown, at 50.0% at a good address and 50.0% at a typical address (15 ranked neighborhoods share the 50.0% good-address figure). Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around New York City to Open a Day Care Center?

Hackensack Riverfront ranks #1 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods in and around New York City for Day Care Center survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 85.6% 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	Hackensack Riverfront	New York City	85.6%	76.6%	86.0%	55.0%
2	West Side, Jersey City	New York City	84.6%	76.8%	86.0%	53.6%
3	Bergen-Lafayette	New York City	84.2%	76.1%	86.0%	51.4%
4	Journal Square	New York City	84.2%	75.6%	86.0%	52.2%
5	Jersey City Heights	New York City	83.8%	75.2%	85.6%	55.4%
6	McGinley Square	New York City	83.3%	75.3%	85.1%	59.9%
7	Downtown Jersey City	New York City	82.4%	64.4%	86.0%	50.0%
8	New Dorp	New York City	81.0%	66.6%	82.8%	50.4%
9	The Waterfront (Jersey City)	New York City	80.6%	71.1%	83.8%	51.8%
10	Old Town	New York City	80.6%	69.8%	85.6%	51.4%

Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

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 →

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Where in or Around New York City Would a Day Care Center Make the Most Money?

Where a Day Care Center would make the most money in or around New York City 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.

Hackensack Riverfront is ranked #1 for Day Care Center survivability, at 85.6% at a good address and 76.6% at a typical address; Chinatown is ranked last of the 180, at 50.0% at a good address and 50.0% 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 Day Care Center in New York City requires careful location choice. Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Day Care Center lasts two or more years is 54.7% at a typical address. Different business types will have different forecasted spend than others, and all of those would have different projections for each location.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Day Care Center in or Around New York City?

When selecting a location for a Day Care Center in or around New York City, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The single most important number in a location decision is the Revenue Capture Score, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. 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 platform incorporates data from thousands of neighborhoods nationwide. Moderate competition often indicates a healthy market with proven consumer demand. These forecasts are generated using StreetSpring's unique analytical framework. 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

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

Where in or Around New York City Should I Start a Day Care Center?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Hackensack Riverfront, West Side, Jersey City, and Bergen-Lafayette, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Chinatown, Tudor City, and Garment District. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, housing vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in New York City to Open a Day Care Center?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Day Care Center in New York City is Hackensack Riverfront, at 85.6% at a good address and 76.6% at a typical address, followed by West Side, Jersey City and Bergen-Lafayette. 7 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

Can a Day Care Center Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in New York City?

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. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation: your exact block could significantly outperform. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Day Care Center Rankings in New York City 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 New York City.

Is a Day Care Center a Good Tenant for New York City Landlords?

In Hackensack Riverfront, the projected chance that a new Day Care Center lasts two or more years is 76.6% at a typical address and 85.6% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Day Care Center in New York City

If you own commercial property in New York City and are considering a Day Care Center tenant, here is what the data shows: Hackensack Riverfront is ranked first (76.6% at a typical address), West Side, Jersey City second (76.8% at a typical address), and Bergen-Lafayette third (76.1% at a typical address). Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around New York City for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around New York City to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City.

Business Survivability Rankings: New York City: See how Day Care Center compares to all other business types in New York City
Best Cities to Open a Day Care Center in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Day Care Center
Business Survivability in Hackensack Riverfront, New York City: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in West Side, Jersey City, New York City: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Bergen-Lafayette, New York City: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for New York City are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

View technical data for New York City

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the figures shown here.

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