What is the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop is Hackensack Riverfront, ranked #1 at 84.6% at a good address and 77.7% at a typical address. 6 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Watch Store or Repair Shop 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. StreetSpring's predictions are granular enough to distinguish between two storefronts on the same block.

Survivability Rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City

Q: Where in New York City would a Watch Store or Repair Shop 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 is the average survivability for Watch Store or Repair Shop across New York City's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods in New York City, the average projected chance that a Watch Store or Repair Shop lasts two or more years is 53.6% at a typical address. Hackensack Riverfront, ranked #1, is at 77.7% at a typical address.

Q: What are the worst neighborhoods for Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City?

The most challenging neighborhoods in New York City for Watch Store or Repair Shop include Little Italy (ranked last, at 49.0% at a good address and 49.0% at a typical address; 14 ranked neighborhoods share the 49.0% good-address figure), Chinatown, and Tudor City. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time.

Q: Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop 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. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

2026 ranking of New York City neighborhoods to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop, at a good address, from Hackensack Riverfront (84.6% survival).

September 22, 2026•15 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: 84.6% at a good address, 77.7% at a typical address for Watch Store or Repair Shop

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 6 of 180 ranked

Average across the 180 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 53.6% for Watch & Repair Shops

Most challenging area: Little Italy: 49.0% at a good address, 49.0% at a typical address (14 ranked neighborhoods share the 49.0% 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 Watch Store or Repair Shop Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Watch Store or Repair Shop a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Hackensack Riverfront leads New York City's 2026 survivability rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.6% at a good address and 77.7% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 85.0% and its lowest at 55.3%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Little Italy, at 49.0% at a good address and 49.0% at a typical address (14 ranked neighborhoods share the 49.0% good-address figure). Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around New York City to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Hackensack Riverfront ranks #1 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods in and around New York City for Watch Store or Repair Shop survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.6% 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	84.6%	77.7%	85.0%	55.3%
2	West Side, Jersey City	New York City	84.1%	77.4%	85.0%	55.3%
3	Bergen-Lafayette	New York City	84.1%	77.1%	85.0%	51.7%
4	Journal Square	New York City	83.2%	75.2%	84.6%	51.7%
5	Jersey City Heights	New York City	83.2%	74.8%	84.6%	54.8%
6	McGinley Square	New York City	82.8%	75.9%	84.1%	61.6%
7	Downtown Jersey City	New York City	81.8%	64.4%	85.0%	49.0%
8	The Waterfront (Jersey City)	New York City	80.5%	69.7%	83.2%	50.4%
9	New Dorp	New York City	79.6%	65.2%	81.8%	49.4%
10	Old Town	New York City	79.2%	68.1%	84.6%	50.4%

Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

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 Watch Store or Repair Shop Make the Most Money?

Where a Watch Store or Repair Shop 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 Watch Store or Repair Shop survivability, at 84.6% at a good address and 77.7% at a typical address; Little Italy is ranked last of the 180, at 49.0% at a good address and 49.0% 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 Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City requires careful location choice. Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Watch Store or Repair Shop lasts two or more years is 53.6% at a typical address. The interplay between location characteristics and business type produces unique survivability scores for every combination.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Watch Store or Repair Shop in or Around New York City?

When selecting a location for a Watch Store or Repair Shop in or around New York City, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score comes first when comparing locations: it turns local competition and consumer spending into the share of revenue a business can expect to win. 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 in 24 major U.S. metros. Competition density is not inherently negative: it often signals an established customer base. Our forecasting system combines proprietary data with machine learning models unavailable anywhere else. 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. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

Where in or Around New York City Should I Start a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Hackensack Riverfront, West Side, Jersey City, and Bergen-Lafayette, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Little Italy, Chinatown, and Tudor City. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation: your exact block could significantly outperform. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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Business Survivability Rankings: New York City
Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City
National City Survivability: Watch Store or Repair Shop
National Neighborhood Survivability: Watch Store or Repair Shop

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in New York City to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City is Hackensack Riverfront, at 84.6% at a good address and 77.7% at a typical address, followed by West Side, Jersey City and Bergen-Lafayette. 6 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop 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. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Watch Store or Repair Shop 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 Watch Store or Repair Shop a Good Tenant for New York City Landlords?

In Hackensack Riverfront, the projected chance that a new Watch Store or Repair Shop lasts two or more years is 77.7% at a typical address and 84.6% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City

For Watch Store or Repair Shop tenants in New York City's three top-ranked neighborhoods, the projected chance of lasting two or more years at a typical address is:

Hackensack Riverfront: 77.7%
West Side, Jersey City: 77.4%
Bergen-Lafayette: 77.1%

You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

StreetSpring analyzes your specific address against comparable businesses to forecast success.

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 Watch Store or Repair Shop compares to all other business types in New York City
Best Cities to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop
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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