National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Salad Shop
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Salad Shops. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
StreetSpring's 2026 cross-market analysis reveals that Tysons in Washington DC ranks as the #1 neighborhood in the United States for opening a Salad Shop, with 95% survivability. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 5 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Salad Shops exist across diverse markets. These rankings are updated quarterly, but StreetSpring's live tool reflects current competitive conditions for any specific address — check it before signing a lease.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Reviewed and updated: May 4, 2026 — Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Tysons, Washington DC — 95% survivability for Salad Shop
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 1426 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 79.9% for Salad Shops
- Top-25 average: 90.7% — 10.7% 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 Salad Shops?
Analyzing 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Salad Shops significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 90.7% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 79.9%.
This 10.7% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
For Salad Shops specifically, survivability is driven primarily by competitive density within the immediate trade area and the alignment between local consumer spending patterns and the category's typical revenue profile. The 10.7% gap between top-ranked neighborhoods and the national average for Salad Shops reflects meaningful variation in how competitive these markets are across different neighborhoods — a stronger signal than is typical for many business categories. Each forecast is specific to the exact address and business type, generated by StreetSpring's internally developed prediction engine.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 5 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Salad Shops can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
The right location can make a business; the wrong one can break it.
What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Salad Shop?
| Comparison factor | Where high-survivability neighborhoods excel | Where lower-survivability neighborhoods fall short |
|---|---|---|
| Walk Score + foot-traffic alignment | Neighborhoods where Walk Score (90+) matches actual measured pedestrian volume — not just street-grid promise. | High Walk Score scores driven by transit density but with sparse street-level retail engagement. |
| Anchor-venue spillover | Neighborhoods within 0.25 miles of a major anchor (transit hub, university gate, hospital main entrance, concert venue). | Neighborhoods where the nearest anchor is past walking distance — no spillover demand. |
| Subtype-specific density saturation | Neighborhoods with the subtype below the optimal density curve — room for a new entrant without cannibalizing demand. | Neighborhoods at or past the saturation point for the subtype, where new entrants face zero-sum competition. |
Why these neighborhoods rank highest
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Tysons, Washington DC leads at 95% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Salad Shops are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tysons | Washington DC | 94.8% | Great | 96.5% | 92.6% |
| 2 | Kennedy Park | Chicago | 92.5% | Great | 94.2% | 90.3% |
| 3 | Main-Chicago | Chicago | 92.2% | Great | 93.9% | 90.0% |
| 4 | Southwest | Chicago | 91.6% | Great | 93.3% | 89.4% |
| 5 | Rogers Park | Chicago | 91.5% | Great | 93.2% | 89.3% |
| 6 | Union | St. Louis | 91.4% | Great | 93.2% | 89.3% |
| 7 | Roseland | Chicago | 91.4% | Great | 93.1% | 89.2% |
| 8 | Kenwood | Chicago | 91.3% | Great | 93.1% | 89.2% |
| 9 | Morgan Park | Chicago | 91.2% | Great | 92.9% | 89.0% |
| 10 | Washington | St. Louis | 91.1% | Great | 92.9% | 88.9% |
| 11 | West Village | Chicago | 90.4% | Great | 92.2% | 88.3% |
| 12 | Peninsula | Los Angeles | 90.4% | Great | 92.1% | 88.2% |
| 13 | Margate Park | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.9% | 88.0% |
| 14 | River North | Chicago | 90.1% | Great | 91.9% | 88.0% |
| 15 | Troy | St. Louis | 90.1% | Great | 91.8% | 87.9% |
| 16 | Noble Square | Chicago | 89.9% | Great | 91.6% | 87.7% |
| 17 | Edgewater | Chicago | 89.8% | Great | 91.6% | 87.7% |
| 18 | West Town | Chicago | 89.8% | Great | 91.5% | 87.6% |
| 19 | Mayfair | Chicago | 89.7% | Great | 91.5% | 87.6% |
| 20 | Wildwood | Chicago | 89.7% | Great | 91.4% | 87.5% |
| 21 | Chestnut Hill | Philadelphia | 89.6% | Great | 91.3% | 87.4% |
| 22 | Cabrini Green | Chicago | 89.5% | Great | 91.3% | 87.4% |
| 23 | The Villa | Chicago | 89.5% | Great | 91.2% | 87.3% |
| 24 | Ravenswood | Chicago | 89.5% | Great | 91.2% | 87.3% |
| 25 | Andersonville | Chicago | 89.5% | Great | 91.2% | 87.3% |
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.
Common signals across top-performing neighborhoods
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 5 different cities, with Chicago claiming 19 of the top spots (76%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- Chicago: 19 neighborhoods (76% of top 25) — View city guide
- St. Louis: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- Washington DC: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Los Angeles: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Philadelphia: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Salad 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 income-and-density pattern
The concentration of 19 top-ranked neighborhoods in Chicago (76% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that Chicago's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for Salad Shops. Operators targeting this category should treat Chicago neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
Turning the neighborhood ranking into a location decision for a Salad Shop
Use this ranking to shortlist neighborhoods, then drill down to specific addresses. Powered by advanced AI, StreetSpring predicts how businesses will perform in neighborhoods across the country. The difference between the best and worst blocks within a single top-ranked neighborhood can be as large as the gap between the #1 and #25 neighborhoods on this list.
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 Salad Shops.
Why score alone shouldn't drive the lease decision
See also: Best Cities for Salad Shop — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Salad Shops.
Complementary Business Types Across Tiers
Salad Shop success and broader neighborhood quality often correlate. Below are top, middle, and bottom-ranked neighborhoods for Salad Shops along with what else thrives in each:
Tysons, Washington DC — ranked #1 nationally — the strongest neighborhood for Salad Shops (95% survivability for Salad Shop) Other business types that thrive in Tysons:
- Georgian Restaurant (96% survivability)
- Veterinary Clinic (96% survivability)
- Portuguese Restaurant (96% survivability)
Belmont-Heights, Los Angeles — ranked #714 of 1426 — a mid-ranked national neighborhood (80% survivability for Salad Shop) Other business types that thrive in Belmont-Heights:
- Indonesian Restaurant (84% survivability)
- Hot Pot Restaurant (84% survivability)
- Brunch Restaurant (83% survivability)
Great-Lakes, Atlanta — ranked #1426 of 1426 — among the lower-ranked national neighborhoods (66% survivability for Salad Shop) Other business types that thrive in Great-Lakes:
- Kosher Restaurant (82% survivability)
- Juice & Smoothie Bar (82% survivability)
- Tattoo & Piercing Shop (80% survivability)
These cross-subtype patterns show up consistently — the strongest neighborhoods for Salad Shops aren't one-trick markets.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- St. Louis: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Philadelphia: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Chicago: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Washington DC: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Los Angeles: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Salad Shops
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a Salad Shop succeed in neighborhoods outside the top 25?
Yes — the top 25 neighborhoods represent standout conditions, but Salad 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 can I compare specific addresses within these top neighborhoods?
StreetSpring's address-level tool allows you to input any commercial address and see predicted survivability for Salad Shops. Even within the top-ranked neighborhoods, survivability varies meaningfully by block — address-level scoring is the most precise way to evaluate a specific site.
How do I interpret a survivability score?
A survivability score represents the estimated probability that a business of a specific type will still be operating at a given location after 2 years. A score of 80% means StreetSpring's model predicts an 80% chance of the business surviving past the 2-year mark at that address. Scores are calculated at the address level and reflect competitive density, consumer spending patterns, mobility data, and 80+ additional factors.
How does the national ranking for Salad Shops compare to city-level rankings?
The national neighborhood ranking for Salad Shops identifies the strongest neighborhoods across all 24 analyzed metros. City-level rankings provide a more granular view of the best neighborhoods within a specific city. In cases where a city has multiple neighborhoods in the national top 25, the city-level guide shows the full ranking of all neighborhoods in that market — including those outside the national top 25 that may still offer strong site-specific opportunities.
Is the competitive environment for Salad Shops stronger in some markets than others?
Yes — competition density for Salad Shops varies significantly by market. In the top-ranked neighborhoods, StreetSpring's model identifies favorable competitive dynamics as a primary driver of high survivability scores. In more saturated markets, even strong consumer spending may not overcome competitive pressure. StreetSpring's address-level tool shows the exact competitive environment at any specific location.
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.
What is the difference between city-level and neighborhood-level survivability rankings for Salad Shops?
City-level rankings reflect average survivability for Salad Shops across all neighborhoods in a given city — useful for identifying which cities offer the best overall conditions. Neighborhood-level rankings go deeper, showing which specific neighborhoods within those cities rank highest. StreetSpring's address-level tool adds a third layer, scoring individual storefronts within any neighborhood.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Salad Shops?
For Salad 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 Salad Shop customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
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 walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhood rankings are based on average Survivability Scores for Salad 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.