What is the best neighborhood in Baltimore to open a Dentist Office?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Baltimore to open a Dentist Office is Canton, with 82% average survivability. 14 of 23 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Dentist Office make in the best vs. average Baltimore neighborhood?

In Canton, the best possible Dentist Office location in Baltimore offers approximately 16.4% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 15.1% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Dentist Office in Baltimore?

The city-wide average survivability for Dentist Office across Baltimore is 70% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Canton substantially outperform this average, reaching 82%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Dentist Office in Baltimore?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Baltimore for Dentist Office include Overlea with 60% average survival chance, Idlewood, and Glen Burnie. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation — always check your specific address.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Dentist Office survivability predictions?

StreetSpring's models achieve 95–99% accuracy across business types, analyzing 100+ factors with a ±3% margin of error. StreetSpring's predictions are granular enough to distinguish between two storefronts on the same block.

What should I consider when opening a Dentist Office in Baltimore?

Of all the variables StreetSpring analyzes, Revenue Capture Score has the strongest predictive power. 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 Dentist Office in Baltimore

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Baltimore to open a Dentist Office, from Canton (82% survival) to Overlea (60%).

April 24, 2026•17 min read

By Bobby Koons | Reviewed: May 7, 2026 | Refreshed weekly | Methodology

Quick Summary

#1 Neighborhood: Canton — 82% average survivability for Dentist Office

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 14 of 23 analyzed

City-wide average: 70% for Dentist Offices

Most challenging area: Overlea at 60%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~16.4% more expected revenue in Canton

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

Canton leads Baltimore's 2026 survivability rankings for Dentist Office operators with 82% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Canton at 77%. The worst neighborhoods include Overlea with 60% average chance. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time.

Where in Baltimore Should You Open a Dentist Office?

**Peer-neighborhood context:** Canton's neighborhood signature — captured across demographics, employment density, and amenity mix — most closely matches **West Woodland (Seattle)** and **King St Metro Eisenhower Ave (Washington DC)**. They share more college-educated, high high-earner share, and higher-income, so Dentist Offices outcomes in those neighborhoods are a useful sanity-check on the Baltimore rankings above.

**Where Dentist Offices fail in Baltimore.** Across 23 neighborhoods, the citywide average is 70% — but neighborhood-level scores range **60% to 82%**. Top: **Canton** at 82% (no existing competitors in our index). Bottom: **Overlea** at 60%. The 22-point gap is the failure surface: getting the neighborhood wrong costs more than getting the address right.

Canton ranks #1 of 23 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Baltimore for Dentist Office survivability with a score of 82% as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

What the score spread tells you about risk

Rank	Neighborhood	Best Locations	Average Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Canton	81.0% – 85.0%	79.1% – 84.1%	76.0% – 80.0%
2	Riverside	78.0% – 82.0%	74.7% – 79.7%	69.0% – 73.0%
3	Greektown	80.0% – 84.0%	74.3% – 79.2%	70.0% – 74.0%
4	Otterbein	77.0% – 81.0%	72.6% – 77.6%	69.0% – 73.0%
5	Medford	75.0% – 79.0%	71.0% – 76.0%	67.0% – 71.0%
6	Kresson	80.0% – 84.0%	70.8% – 75.7%	66.0% – 70.0%
7	Beechfield	79.0% – 83.0%	69.9% – 74.9%	61.0% – 65.0%
8	Eastwood	79.0% – 83.0%	69.5% – 74.5%	58.0% – 62.0%
9	Jonestown	73.0% – 77.0%	69.1% – 74.1%	64.0% – 68.0%
10	Towson	81.0% – 85.0%	68.6% – 73.5%	53.0% – 57.0%

Notable runners-up worth a second look

These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously — check the tool for the most current score at any address.

Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. 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 Baltimore Would a Dentist Office Make the Most Money?

In Canton, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~16.4% more than the average location in or around Baltimore.

On the other hand, in Overlea, the worst possible location could result in making ~15.1% less than the average location in the city.

No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Dentist Office in Baltimore requires careful location choice. Across 23 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Dentist Office is 70% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. What makes a location ideal varies by business type — foot traffic patterns, competitor proximity, and consumer demographics all play different roles.

The Most Important Factors for a Dentist Office in Baltimore

The address you sign for is the most consequential decision in launching this business. A high Survivability Score is a non-negotiable starting point. Of all the variables StreetSpring analyzes, Revenue Capture Score has the strongest predictive power. 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 models are built using machine learning trained on millions of commercial real estate data points. Competition density is not inherently negative — it often signals an established customer base. These forecasts are generated using StreetSpring's unique analytical framework.

Consideration	Common pitfall	What to verify before signing
Build-out budget	Underestimating mechanical, electrical, and plumbing — the "hidden" 30-50% of build-out cost.	Get 3 quotes from licensed contractors and pad budget by +20% for surprises. Confirm landlord TI allowance in writing.
Parking & visibility	Storefront looks great from the sidewalk but is invisible from the road.	Drive past at 30 mph from both directions. Count street parking + nearest paid lot capacity at peak hours.
CAM + hidden costs	Stated rent looks great, then CAM fees, signage charges, and after-hours utilities add 15-30%.	Get the full operating expense breakdown for the past 2 years. Ask which costs are landlord-capped vs. uncapped.

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

Where to Launch a Dentist Office in or Around Baltimore

According to StreetSpring's data, optimal neighborhoods include Canton, Riverside, and Greektown, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Overlea, Idlewood, and Glen Burnie. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

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Which Baltimore Neighborhoods Are Strongest for Dentist Offices?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Dentist Office in Baltimore is Canton with 82% average survivability, followed by Riverside and Greektown. 14 of 23 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

The live platform incorporates the most recent foot traffic, competitor, and spending data for your exact address.

Can a Dentist Office Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Baltimore?

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. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation — always check your specific address. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Dentist Office Rankings in Baltimore Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and foot traffic data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Baltimore.

What Makes a Dentist Office a Strong (or Weak) Baltimore Tenant?

In Canton, StreetSpring forecasts a 79.1% – 84.1% average chance for a new Dentist Office to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Dentist Office in Baltimore

Should you rent your storefront to a Dentist Office? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Canton offers the strongest outlook at 79.1% – 84.1% average survivability, followed by Riverside at 74.7% – 79.7%, and Greektown at 74.3% – 79.2%. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring provides highly detailed forecasts — revealing how long hundreds of business types are likely to last at a specific address.

Top-Survivability Baltimore Neighborhoods for Dentist Offices

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

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

View technical data for Baltimore

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and foot traffic data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.

Visual Data

Headline survivability statistic for Dentist Office in Baltimore — Headline survivability stat for Dentist Office in Baltimore.

Dumbbell chart comparing best vs worst locations for businesses in baltimore — Best vs worst neighborhood per business type — the gap shows how much location choice matters within a city.

How we measure this: Restaurant build-outs run $200-500/sqft; retail $50-150/sqft; office $30-80. The model adjusts expected runway accordingly.

**BLS context:** The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS Business Employment Dynamics, March 2025 release) reports a **61.8% 5-year survival rate** for Dentist Offices nationally. StreetSpring's Baltimore model — which weights site-specific factors like competitive saturation, demographics, and accessibility — produces an average **survivability score of 61%** for Dentist Offices across the city.

**City context.** Baltimore, also known as Baltimore City, is the most populous city in the U.S. state of Maryland. It is the 30th-most populous U.S. city with a population of 585,708 at the 2020 census and estimated at 569,997 in 2025, while the Baltimore metropolitan area at 2.86 million residents is the 22nd-largest metropolitan area in the nation. Source: [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baltimore).

**LEHD daytime-density context for Baltimore:** Across 96 Baltimore neighborhoods, the median daytime-to-resident ratio is **0.39:1** (LEHD LODES). Top-quartile neighborhoods run **4.34:1** — strongly-residential commercial-corridor concentration. Worker-heavy neighborhoods favor weekday-lunch and commuter-traffic businesses; resident-heavy areas favor evening + weekend demand cycles.

**Where Baltimore sits on operating costs:** Commercial power **7.3¢/kWh** (below the 24-metro median), state min wage **$15.00/hr** (below), combined sales tax **6.0%** (below), and commercial property tax **1.07%** (above). Composite read: **low-cost** for operating overhead. None of these are dispositive on their own — but they bound the runway a new Baltimore storefront has to find product-market fit.

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Local Context FAQ

Additional questions with answers drawn directly from local data sources.

How important is foot traffic / accessibility for a Dentist Office in Baltimore?

ACS data shows Baltimore's median commute at ~30 minutes — accessibility patterns vary widely by neighborhood. Dentist Offices survivability in Baltimore ranges 40-80% across locations, with accessibility one of the bigger contributing factors.

What other business types score similarly to Dentist Offices in Baltimore?

In Baltimore, business subtypes with survivability averages within 2 points of Dentist Offices (61%) include Tanning Salon, Juice & Smoothie Bar, Mental Health Clinic. Comparable averages suggest similar competitive and demographic drivers at the metro level.

Is Baltimore a strong economic environment for opening a Dentist Office?

Baltimore's ACS-tracked employment rate is approximately 95%, with a metro median household income near $104K. These macro factors feed into the survivability model alongside business-type-specific signals — Dentist Offices in Baltimore average 61%.

What 5-year survival rate does the federal government track for Dentist Offices?

Dentist Offices have a national 5-year survival rate of 62% per BLS Business Employment Dynamics (March 2025). StreetSpring's Baltimore corpus shows an average survivability score of 61% for this subtype, below the BLS baseline by 1 points.

Where should an aspiring Baltimore Dentist Office owner focus first?

Location selection. StreetSpring's data shows a 40-point survivability gap between best- and worst-case Baltimore locations for Dentist Offices (40-80%). That's a larger gap than most operators can close through marketing or operations improvements.

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