What is the average survivability for Smoke Shop across Atlanta's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 56 ranked neighborhoods in Atlanta, the average projected chance that a Smoke Shop lasts two or more years is 75.0% at a typical address. Blandtown, ranked #1, is at 84.5% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Smoke Shop in Atlanta?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Atlanta for Smoke Shop include Center Hill (ranked last, at 69.7% at a good address and 60.9% at a typical address), Adams Park, and Cascade Heights. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most.

Survivability Rankings for Smoke Shop in Atlanta

Q: What is the best neighborhood in Atlanta to open a Smoke Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Atlanta to open a Smoke Shop is Blandtown, ranked #1 at 85.0% at a good address and 84.5% at a typical address (12 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure). 44 of the 56 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Q: Where in Atlanta would a Smoke 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 Atlanta address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Smoke Shop succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Atlanta?

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. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Atlanta neighborhoods to open a Smoke Shop, at a good address, from Blandtown (85.0% survival) to Center Hill (69.7%).

April 24, 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: Blandtown: 85.0% at a good address, 84.5% at a typical address for Smoke Shop (12 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure)

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 44 of 56 ranked

Average across the 56 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 75.0% for Smoke Shops

Most challenging area: Center Hill: 69.7% at a good address, 60.9% 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 Smoke Shop Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Smoke Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Smoke Shop a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Atlanta to open a Smoke Shop is Blandtown, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 85.0% at a good address and 84.5% at a typical address (12 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 85.0% and its lowest at 81.8%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Center Hill, at 69.7% at a good address and 60.9% at a typical address. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Atlanta to Open a Smoke Shop?

Blandtown ranks #1 of the 56 ranked neighborhoods in and around Atlanta for Smoke Shop survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 85.0% 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	Blandtown	Atlanta	85.0%	84.5%	85.0%	81.8%
2	Grant Park	Atlanta	85.0%	82.9%	85.0%	71.5%
3	Old Fourth Ward	Atlanta	85.0%	82.4%	85.0%	70.2%
4	Pine Hills	Atlanta	85.0%	82.3%	85.0%	73.3%
5	Lindridge/Martin Manor	Atlanta	85.0%	81.6%	85.0%	69.2%
6	Virginia-Highland	Atlanta	85.0%	81.5%	85.0%	70.6%
7	Hills Park	Atlanta	85.0%	81.4%	85.0%	68.8%
8	Underwood Hills	Atlanta	85.0%	80.1%	85.0%	55.3%
9	Downtown	Atlanta	85.0%	79.9%	85.0%	56.2%
10	Ormewood Park	Atlanta	85.0%	79.2%	85.0%	66.6%

Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape: these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

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 Atlanta Would a Smoke Shop Make the Most Money?

Where a Smoke Shop would make the most money in or around Atlanta 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.

Blandtown is ranked #1 for Smoke Shop survivability, at 85.0% at a good address and 84.5% at a typical address; Center Hill is ranked last of the 56, at 69.7% at a good address and 60.9% 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.

The rankings below show how far apart the neighborhoods of one city sit for the same business type. Opening a Smoke Shop in Atlanta requires careful location choice. Across the 56 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Smoke Shop lasts two or more years is 75.0% at a typical address. A high-traffic corner that works well for a coffee shop may be entirely wrong for a specialty retailer.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Smoke Shop in or Around Atlanta?

When selecting a location for a Smoke Shop in or around Atlanta, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: it is StreetSpring's estimate of the revenue a business can capture at that 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. StreetSpring measures competition through a 30-factor framework. A certain density of competitors signals strong demand and can benefit all businesses. 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. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

Where in or Around Atlanta Should I Start a Smoke Shop?

For this business type, the highest-ranked neighborhoods are Blandtown, Grant Park, and Old Fourth Ward, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Center Hill, Adams Park, and Cascade Heights. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Atlanta to Open a Smoke Shop?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Smoke Shop in Atlanta is Blandtown, at 85.0% at a good address and 84.5% at a typical address (12 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure), followed by Grant Park and Old Fourth Ward. 44 of the 56 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

Can a Smoke Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Atlanta?

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. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Smoke Shop Rankings in Atlanta 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 Atlanta.

Is a Smoke Shop a Good Tenant for Atlanta Landlords?

In Blandtown, the projected chance that a new Smoke Shop lasts two or more years is 84.5% at a typical address and 85.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Smoke Shop in Atlanta

Reducing vacancy starts with choosing tenants whose business type matches the neighborhood's strengths. For Smoke Shop tenants, Blandtown is ranked first (84.5% at a typical address). Grant Park and Old Fourth Ward follow at 82.9% at a typical address and 82.4% at a typical address respectively. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

StreetSpring provides address-specific survivability predictions for 500+ business types.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Atlanta: See how Smoke Shop compares to all other business types in Atlanta
Best Cities to Open a Smoke Shop in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Smoke Shop
Business Survivability in Blandtown, Atlanta: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Grant Park, Atlanta: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Old Fourth Ward, Atlanta: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Atlanta

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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