What is the average survivability for Deli across Seattle's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 94 ranked neighborhoods in Seattle, the average projected chance that a Deli lasts two or more years is 71.0% at a typical address. Woodland, ranked #1, is at 81.4% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Deli in Seattle?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Seattle for Deli include Somerset (ranked last, at 65.7% at a good address and 56.8% at a typical address), Olympic Manor, and West Lake Sammamish. The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Deli 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. Our tool scores any business category at the exact storefront address you enter.

What should I consider when opening a Deli in Seattle?

StreetSpring's proprietary Revenue Capture Score, the revenue a business can capture at a specific address, is the factor that matters most when choosing where to open. 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 Deli in Seattle

Q: What is the best neighborhood in Seattle to open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Seattle to open a Deli is Woodland, ranked #1 at 84.0% at a good address and 81.4% at a typical address (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). 54 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Q: Where in Seattle would a Deli 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 Seattle address you are weighing.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Seattle neighborhoods to open a Deli, at a good address, from Woodland (84.0% survival) to Somerset (65.7%).

September 22, 2026•13 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: Woodland: 84.0% at a good address, 81.4% at a typical address for Deli (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 54 of 94 ranked

Average across the 94 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 71.0% for Delis

Most challenging area: Somerset: 65.7% at a good address, 56.8% at a typical address

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

Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Seattle to open a Deli is Woodland, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 81.4% at a typical address (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 72.3%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Somerset, at 65.7% at a good address and 56.8% at a typical address. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Seattle to Open a Deli?

Woodland ranks #1 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods in and around Seattle for Deli survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% 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	Woodland	Seattle	84.0%	81.4%	84.0%	72.3%
2	Fremont	Seattle	84.0%	80.3%	84.0%	59.2%
3	North Queen Anne	Seattle	84.0%	79.0%	84.0%	60.6%
4	North College Park	Seattle	84.0%	77.7%	84.0%	50.2%
5	West Queen Anne	Seattle	84.0%	73.6%	84.0%	50.7%
6	Silver Lake	Seattle	84.0%	71.5%	84.0%	53.0%
7	Bayside	Seattle	83.8%	79.4%	84.0%	68.7%
8	Northwest Everett	Seattle	83.6%	81.2%	84.0%	70.5%
9	Riverside	Seattle	83.6%	79.0%	84.0%	67.4%
10	Port Gardner	Seattle	83.6%	78.4%	84.0%	53.8%

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.

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 Seattle Would a Deli Make the Most Money?

Where a Deli would make the most money in or around Seattle 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.

Woodland is ranked #1 for Deli survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 81.4% at a typical address; Somerset is ranked last of the 94, at 65.7% at a good address and 56.8% 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.

Our data shows the projected chance for the same business type moving a long way between neighborhoods of one city. Opening a Deli in Seattle requires careful location choice. Across the 94 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Deli lasts two or more years is 71.0% at a typical address. The same location can be excellent for one business type and poor for another.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Deli in or Around Seattle?

When selecting a location for a Deli in or around Seattle, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. StreetSpring's proprietary Revenue Capture Score, the revenue a business can capture at a specific address, is the factor that matters most when choosing where to open. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. StreetSpring has analyzed hundreds of thousands of business outcomes across major US metros. Competition density is not inherently negative: it often signals an established customer base. StreetSpring's proprietary algorithms power these predictions. 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. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

Where in or Around Seattle Should I Start a Deli?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Woodland, Fremont, and North Queen Anne, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Somerset, Olympic Manor, and West Lake Sammamish. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Seattle to Open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Deli in Seattle is Woodland, at 84.0% at a good address and 81.4% at a typical address (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by Fremont and North Queen Anne. 54 of the 94 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 Deli Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Seattle?

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 Deli Rankings in Seattle 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 Seattle.

Is a Deli a Good Tenant for Seattle Landlords?

In Woodland, the projected chance that a new Deli lasts two or more years is 81.4% at a typical address and 84.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Deli in Seattle

Should you rent your storefront to a Deli? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Woodland is ranked first, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 81.4% at a typical address, followed by Fremont at 80.3% at a typical address, and North Queen Anne at 79.0% 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 Seattle for My Business Overall?

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Seattle: See how Deli compares to all other business types in Seattle
Best Cities to Open a Deli in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Deli
Business Survivability in Woodland, Seattle: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Fremont, Seattle: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in North Queen Anne, Seattle: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Seattle

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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