Survivability Rankings for Dentist Office in Dallas

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Dallas to open a Dentist Office, from Linwood (82% survival) to Clearview (79%).

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By Bobby Koons | Last reviewed: August 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Linwood — 82% average survivability for Dentist Office
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 15 of 30 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 80% for Dentist Offices
  • Most challenging area: Clearview at 79%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~4.6% more expected revenue in Linwood
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Dallas to open a Dentist Office is Linwood with 82% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 82% and the most challenging locations in Linwood at 81%. The worst neighborhoods include Clearview with 79% average chance. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Dallas to Open a Dentist Office?

Linwood ranks #1 of 30 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Dallas for Dentist Office survivability, with a 82% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodBest LocationsAverage LocationsChallenging Locations
1Linwood81.0% – 82.0%81.0% – 83.0%81.0% – 82.0%
2Butler81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%
3Oakhurst81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%79.0% – 81.0%
4M Streets84.0% – 86.0%80.0% – 82.0%77.0% – 79.0%
5Woodhaven81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%79.0% – 80.0%
6Monticello81.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 82.0%81.0% – 82.0%
7Oak Lawn82.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%77.0% – 79.0%
8Cottonwood81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%78.0% – 79.0%
9Old Towne81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%79.0% – 80.0%
10Fairmount80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 82.0%

Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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 Dallas Would a Dentist Office Make the Most Money?

In Linwood, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~4.6% more than the average location in or around Dallas.

On the other hand, in Clearview, the worst possible location could result in making ~5.2% less than the average location in the city.

Choosing the right address is the highest-leverage decision for any brick-and-mortar entrepreneur. Opening a Dentist Office in Dallas requires careful location choice. Across 30 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Dentist Office is 80% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. The same location can be excellent for one business type and poor for another.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Dentist Office in or Around Dallas?

When selecting a location for a Dentist Office in or around Dallas, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. When evaluating a potential location, Revenue Capture Score should be the first number you look at. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We have been studying the businesses serving more than 180 million+ Americans. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. The prediction engine behind these rankings is entirely proprietary — developed in-house over years of research.

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


Where in or Around Dallas Should I Start a Dentist Office?

For this business type, the highest-ranked neighborhoods are Linwood, Butler, and Oakhurst, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Clearview, Plano Park, and Paschal. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Dallas to Open a Dentist Office?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Dentist Office in Dallas is Linwood with 82% average survivability, followed by Butler and Oakhurst. 15 of 30 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.


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

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 Dentist Office Rankings in Dallas 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 Dallas.


Is a Dentist Office a Good Tenant for Dallas Landlords?

In Linwood, StreetSpring forecasts a 81.0% – 83.0% 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 Dallas

For landlords evaluating tenant applications, StreetSpring's data provides a clear comparison across the top neighborhoods. In Linwood, a Dentist Office has a 81.0% – 83.0% average chance of surviving more than 2 years. In Butler, the range shifts to 80.0% – 83.0%, and in Oakhurst, it is 80.0% – 82.0%. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

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 Dallas for My Business Overall?

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

**BLS data point:** Dentist Offices fall in the Health Care, Social Assistance sector, where BLS Business Employment Dynamics, March 2025 release puts the national 5-year establishment survival rate at **61.8%**. StreetSpring's location-specific model gives Dentist Offices in Dallas an average **78% chance of lasting two or more years**, reflecting site-level factors like competitive density, demographics, and accessibility that national averages can't capture.

Visual Data

Dot plot of Dallas business subtypes — top, middle, and bottom of the survivability distribution.
Top, middle, and bottom business subtypes in Dallas by survivability score. Pet Store leads at 83; Dermatology Clinic trails at 50. Tiered contrast shows full spread, not just the winners.
waterfall chart of Dallas business survivability.
StreetSpring survivability data — waterfall view of Dallas.

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

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