Survivability Rankings for Convenience Store in Denver

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Denver to open a Convenience Store, from Central Business District (79% survival)...

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: September 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Central Business District: 79% average survivability for Convenience Store
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 15 of 188 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 71% for Convenience Stores
  • Most challenging area: Heritage Eagle Bend at 67%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~26.9% more expected revenue in Central Business District
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Central Business District leads Denver's 2026 survivability rankings for Convenience Store operators with 79% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 81% and the most challenging locations in Central Business District at 78%. The worst neighborhoods include Heritage Eagle Bend with 67% average chance. 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 Denver to Open a Convenience Store?

Central Business District ranks #1 of 188 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Denver for Convenience Store survivability, with a 79% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodAt a good addressAverage LocationsBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Central Business District80.0%77.0% to 81.0%80.0% to 81.0%77.0% to 79.0%
2Union Station80.0%75.0% to 80.0%79.0% to 80.0%75.0% to 77.0%
3Auraria78.7%75.0% to 80.0%78.0% to 80.0%76.0% to 77.0%
4Goldsmith78.5%73.0% to 77.0%78.0% to 80.0%72.0% to 73.0%
5Civic Center78.1%75.0% to 79.0%78.0% to 80.0%75.0% to 76.0%
6Baker77.9%74.0% to 79.0%78.0% to 80.0%72.0% to 74.0%
7Five Points77.8%74.0% to 79.0%79.0% to 81.0%73.0% to 75.0%
8Globeville77.7%73.0% to 77.0%79.0% to 80.0%71.0% to 72.0%
9Capitol Hill77.4%73.0% to 78.0%79.0% to 80.0%71.0% to 73.0%
10Daniels77.4%72.0% to 76.0%78.0% to 80.0%69.0% to 71.0%

For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

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 Denver Would a Convenience Store Make the Most Money?

In Central Business District, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~26.9% more than the average location in or around Denver.

On the other hand, in Heritage Eagle Bend, the worst possible location could result in making ~15.3% less than the average location in the city.

Where you open matters more than anything else. Opening a Convenience Store in Denver requires careful location choice. Across 188 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Convenience Store is 71% for lasting more than 2 years, due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Each business category has unique customer behavior patterns that vary significantly by address.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Convenience Store in or Around Denver?

When selecting a location for a Convenience Store in or around Denver, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The most important factor for a business's success is the Revenue Capture Score for the business at the location it selects. 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 serving the 24 largest metros in America. Moderate competition often indicates a healthy market with proven consumer demand. These results are powered by exclusive algorithms trained on one of the largest commercial real estate datasets in the U.S. 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. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.


Where in or Around Denver Should I Start a Convenience Store?

The neighborhoods with the highest survivability for this business type are Central Business District, Union Station, and Auraria, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Heritage Eagle Bend, Southeast Crossing, and Horseshoe Park. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Denver to Open a Convenience Store?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Convenience Store in Denver is Central Business District with 79% average survivability, followed by Union Station and Auraria. 15 of 188 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

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


Can a Convenience Store Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Denver?

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. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Convenience Store Rankings in Denver 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 Denver.


Is a Convenience Store a Good Tenant for Denver Landlords?

In Central Business District, StreetSpring forecasts a 77.0% to 81.0% average chance for a new Convenience Store to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Convenience Store in Denver

The data tells a clear story for Convenience Store tenants across Denver's top neighborhoods. Central Business District leads with 77.0% to 81.0% average survivability, with best-case storefronts reaching 80.0% to 81.0%. Union Station averages 75.0% to 80.0%, and Auraria comes in at 75.0% to 80.0%. Our tool shows the survivability outlook for any business type at your exact address, updated weekly.

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

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


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

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

  • Business Survivability Rankings: Denver: See how Convenience Store compares to all other business types in Denver
  • Best Cities to Open a Convenience Store in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Convenience Store
  • Business Survivability in Central Business District, Denver: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Union Station, Denver: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
  • Business Survivability in Auraria, Denver: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Denver

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