National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Barber Shop
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Barber Shops. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
Our 2026 analysis of neighborhoods across 24 US metros shows Beverly Heights in Miami as the top location to open a Barber Shop — 85% survivability puts it ahead of every other neighborhood in the country. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 9 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Barber Shops exist across diverse markets. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the survivability score for a specific address.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: 2026-04-20 by Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Beverly Heights, Miami — 85% survivability for Barber Shop
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 1426 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 74.4% for Barber Shops
- Top-25 average: 83.0% — 8.6% above national average
- Data current as of: 2026 · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- How neighborhoods compare nationwide
- Top 25 neighborhoods in the US
- Geographic patterns
- How to use this ranking
- Related resources
- Frequently asked questions
How do neighborhoods compare across the United States for Barber Shops?
Analyzing 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Barber Shops significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 83.0% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 74.4%.
This 8.6% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
The consumer spending patterns that support Barber Shops vary more by neighborhood than by city — which is why neighborhood-level analysis is particularly valuable for this business category. A 8.6% difference between top neighborhoods and the national average indicates that location selection has an above-average impact on outcomes for Barber Shops compared to categories with narrower spreads. StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 9 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Barber Shops can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
Nothing influences a business's future more than its location.
What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Barber Shop?
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Beverly Heights, Miami leads at 85% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Barber Shops are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beverly Heights | Miami | 84.7% | Great | 86.9% | 82.0% |
| 2 | Conway | Orlando | 84.5% | Great | 86.7% | 81.8% |
| 3 | Dongan Hills | New York City | 84.4% | Great | 86.5% | 81.7% |
| 4 | Pepperwood | Phoenix | 84.1% | Great | 86.3% | 81.4% |
| 5 | Navarrea Isle | Miami | 83.5% | Great | 85.6% | 80.8% |
| 6 | Cresthaven | Miami | 83.2% | Great | 85.4% | 80.5% |
| 7 | Fairoaks | Tampa Bay | 83.2% | Great | 85.3% | 80.5% |
| 8 | Lake Ridge | Miami | 83.1% | Great | 85.3% | 80.5% |
| 9 | Lawnacres | Miami | 83.1% | Great | 85.3% | 80.4% |
| 10 | Downtown | San Antonio | 82.8% | Great | 85.0% | 80.2% |
| 11 | Garden Isles | Miami | 82.7% | Great | 84.9% | 80.0% |
| 12 | Lyons Park | Miami | 82.7% | Great | 84.9% | 80.0% |
| 13 | Avondale | Miami | 82.6% | Great | 84.8% | 80.0% |
| 14 | Bay Colony | Miami | 82.6% | Great | 84.8% | 79.9% |
| 15 | Imperial Point | Miami | 82.6% | Great | 84.8% | 79.9% |
| 16 | Flagler Heights | Miami | 82.5% | Great | 84.7% | 79.9% |
| 17 | Sunrise Key | Miami | 82.5% | Great | 84.7% | 79.9% |
| 18 | Westerleigh | New York City | 82.5% | Great | 84.7% | 79.8% |
| 19 | Northern Liberties | Philadelphia | 82.5% | Great | 84.7% | 79.8% |
| 20 | Oxford Circle | Philadelphia | 82.5% | Great | 84.7% | 79.8% |
| 21 | Colee Hammock | Miami | 82.5% | Great | 84.6% | 79.8% |
| 22 | Pennypack Woods | Philadelphia | 82.5% | Great | 84.6% | 79.8% |
| 23 | Beaverton | Portland | 82.4% | Great | 84.6% | 79.8% |
| 24 | Bethesda Row | Washington DC | 82.3% | Great | 84.5% | 79.6% |
| 25 | Liberia | Miami | 82.3% | Great | 84.4% | 79.6% |
Survivability rankings at the neighborhood level describe typical conditions — any specific storefront may score higher or lower depending on its exact competitive environment.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
What patterns emerge from the top-performing neighborhoods nationwide?
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 9 different cities, with Miami claiming 14 of the top spots (56%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
This distribution has practical implications for Barber Shops operators: cities with multiple neighborhoods in the top 25 offer more site options within a single market, reducing relocation or expansion cost. Cities with a single top-25 neighborhood require more precise site selection — the advantage is concentrated in one area rather than spread across the metro.
The concentration of 14 top-ranked neighborhoods in Miami (56% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that Miami's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for Barber Shops. Operators targeting this category should treat Miami neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
How can I use this neighborhood ranking to find the best location for a Barber Shop?
While nationwide neighborhood rankings identify standout markets, address-level analysis reveals even greater variation. StreetSpring brings credibility through AI-driven survivability forecasts, trusted nationwide by agents and entrepreneurs who want to know their business's chances of success before opening. Even within top-ranked neighborhoods, specific block selection can vary survivability by 10–20 percentage points.
For the most accurate assessment:
- Consider neighborhoods in the top 25 as strong starting points
- Examine city-specific guides for additional neighborhood options in your target markets
- Use StreetSpring's address-level tool to evaluate specific storefronts within these neighborhoods
- Factor in your budget, operational requirements, and target demographics
Each neighborhood has detailed analysis available through its city guide, providing block-by-block survivability data for Barber Shops.
See also: Best Cities for Barber Shop — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Barber Shops.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
National city rankings: Best cities for Barber Shops
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Beverly Heights in Miami the best neighborhood for Barber Shops?
Beverly Heights in Miami ranks #1 for Barber Shops with 85% survivability. This reflects favorable competitive dynamics — fewer direct competitors relative to available consumer spending — strong demographic alignment with Barber Shop customers, and local spending patterns that sustain this business category. StreetSpring's model weights these factors across all analyzed neighborhoods nationwide.
Where can I download the underlying data?
The full national survivability dataset is available as a free download: https://streetspring.com/resources/data/national-survivability-scores-2026.csv. The CSV includes all business subtypes and neighborhoods covered in this analysis, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
How does StreetSpring calculate survivability for Barber Shops specifically?
StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for Barber Shops by analyzing the competitive density of existing Barber Shops within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on Barber Shops in that location, mobility patterns that determine likely customer flow, and 80+ additional factors. The resulting survivability score reflects the estimated probability of a new Barber Shop surviving 2+ years at that specific address.
Are there good opportunities outside the top 25 neighborhoods?
Absolutely. Our analysis covers 1426 neighborhoods across 24 cities. Many neighborhoods outside the top 25 have excellent individual locations for Barber Shops. Neighborhood-level rankings reflect averages — specific addresses within any neighborhood can score well above or below the neighborhood mean. Use city-specific guides and StreetSpring's address-level tool to explore options beyond the top 25.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Barber Shops?
For Barber Shops, StreetSpring's model incorporates neighborhood-level demographic data including population density, median household income, employment rates, and consumer spending on this specific category. These factors vary by business type — the demographic profile that drives survivability for Barber Shop customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
Are the best neighborhoods for Barber Shops in large cities or smaller markets?
The top neighborhoods for Barber Shops in StreetSpring's 2026 dataset are concentrated in 9 cities in the current dataset. As coverage expands, this breakdown may shift. The fundamental driver is the competitive-to-spending ratio at the address level, which can favor strong locations in both large and smaller markets.
Can a Barber Shop succeed in neighborhoods outside the top 25?
Yes — the top 25 neighborhoods represent standout conditions, but Barber Shops can achieve strong survivability in many other neighborhoods as well. What matters is finding a location where competitive density is low enough and consumer spending is strong enough to support the business. StreetSpring's address-level tool identifies high-survivability addresses in any neighborhood, including those not represented in this top-25 list.
How often do neighborhood rankings change?
StreetSpring updates rankings quarterly as new data on business openings, closures, and market conditions becomes available. The current analysis reflects 2026 data. Because competitive conditions shift as new businesses enter or exit a neighborhood, the specific rankings for any given business type can shift between updates — which is why we recommend verifying specific addresses in StreetSpring's live tool before making a final site selection decision.
Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across all 24 metros are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and foot traffic data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhood rankings are based on average Survivability Scores for Barber Shops across all analyzed locations within each neighborhood. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities.