Survivability Rankings for Veterinary Clinic in Portland

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Portland neighborhoods to open a Veterinary Clinic, at a good address, from Roseway (90.0% survival) to Eastmoreland.

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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: Roseway: 90.0% at a good address, 81.0% at a typical address for Veterinary Clinic (3 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 43 of 47 ranked
  • Average across the 47 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 75.7% for Veterinary Clinics
  • Most challenging area: Eastmoreland: 77.2% at a good address, 64.5% at a typical address (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 77.2% 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 →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Portland, Roseway ranks #1 for opening a Veterinary Clinic, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 90.0% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address (3 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 90.0% and its lowest at 66.2%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Eastmoreland, at 77.2% at a good address and 64.5% at a typical address (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 77.2% good-address figure). The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Portland to Open a Veterinary Clinic?

Roseway ranks #1 of the 47 ranked neighborhoods in and around Portland for Veterinary Clinic survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 90.0% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodMetroAt a good addressAverage (typical address)Best LocationsChallenging Locations
1RosewayPortland90.0%81.0%90.0%66.2%
2Goose HollowPortland90.0%78.1%90.0%60.2%
3Parkrose HeightsPortland90.0%73.0%90.0%56.4%
4SunnysidePortland89.6%85.1%90.0%64.1%
5Creston-KenilworthPortland89.6%82.7%89.6%66.2%
6GreenwayPortland89.6%81.9%90.0%59.4%
7Arbor LodgePortland89.6%81.8%89.6%61.1%
8Central BeavertonPortland89.6%81.7%90.0%57.3%
9Madison SouthPortland89.6%80.2%90.0%58.1%
10MultnomahPortland89.6%79.1%90.0%61.5%

These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

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 →

Try StreetSpring to see if this location is still the best and see if there are locations to rent in this area right now.


Where in or Around Portland Would a Veterinary Clinic Make the Most Money?

Where a Veterinary Clinic would make the most money in or around Portland 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.

Roseway is ranked #1 for Veterinary Clinic survivability, at 90.0% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address; Eastmoreland is ranked last of the 47, at 77.2% at a good address and 64.5% 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.

Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens. Opening a Veterinary Clinic in Portland requires careful location choice. Across the 47 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Veterinary Clinic lasts two or more years is 75.7% at a typical address. Our models show that the optimal location profile varies dramatically from one business category to the next.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Veterinary Clinic in or Around Portland?

When selecting a location for a Veterinary Clinic in or around Portland, 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. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. These insights come from StreetSpring's exclusive, in-house forecasting models. 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

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.


Where in or Around Portland Should I Start a Veterinary Clinic?

The highest-performing areas for this business type are Roseway, Goose Hollow, and Parkrose Heights, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Eastmoreland, Russell, and Markham. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. 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 Portland to Open a Veterinary Clinic?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Veterinary Clinic in Portland is Roseway, at 90.0% at a good address and 81.0% at a typical address (3 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.0% good-address figure), followed by Goose Hollow and Parkrose Heights. 43 of the 47 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.


Can a Veterinary Clinic Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Portland?

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. The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Veterinary Clinic Rankings in Portland 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 Portland.


Is a Veterinary Clinic a Good Tenant for Portland Landlords?

In Roseway, the projected chance that a new Veterinary Clinic lasts two or more years is 81.0% at a typical address and 90.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Veterinary Clinic in Portland

Should you rent your storefront to a Veterinary Clinic? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Roseway is ranked first, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 81.0% at a typical address, followed by Goose Hollow at 78.1% at a typical address, and Parkrose Heights at 73.0% at a typical address. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring can give you the precise likelihood that hundreds of different businesses will last at an exact address.

Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity


What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Portland for My Business Overall?

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


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

View technical data for Portland

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