National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Women's Clothing Store
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Women's Clothing Stores. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
Our 2026 analysis of neighborhoods across 24 US metros shows Murray Hill in New York City as the top location to open a Women's Clothing Store — 81% survivability puts it ahead of every other neighborhood in the country. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 6 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Women's Clothing Stores exist across diverse markets. These static rankings provide a useful national perspective, but for the most precise prediction for a specific storefront, StreetSpring's live platform is the authoritative source.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: May 16, 2026 by Bobby Koons, StreetSpring founder — updated weekly
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Murray Hill, New York City — 81% survivability for Women's Clothing Store
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 8583 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 52.1% for Women's Clothing Stores
- Top-25 average: 77.9% — 25.8% 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 Women's Clothing Stores?
Analyzing 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Women's Clothing Stores significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 77.9% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 52.1%.
This 25.8% 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 Women's Clothing Stores 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 25.8% gap between top-ranked neighborhoods and the national average for Women's Clothing Stores reflects meaningful variation in how competitive these markets are across different neighborhoods — a stronger signal than is typical for many business categories. StreetSpring relies on its own proprietary forecasting engine to deliver these predictions.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 6 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Women's Clothing Stores can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
Location is the single strongest predictor of whether a business thrives or fails.
The strongest US neighborhoods for opening a Women's Clothing Store
| Signal | Top-quartile neighborhood pattern | Bottom-quartile neighborhood pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime population concentration | Mixed-use neighborhoods with strong daytime employment density (LEHD LODES > 8K jobs/sq mi). | Pure-residential neighborhoods where daytime population drops below 30% of resident count. |
| 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. |
| Median household income alignment | Neighborhoods where median household income fits the subtype's typical customer profile (income elasticity matches). | Neighborhoods where income is either too low for the price tier or too high for the value-perception band. |
The shared traits across the top 10
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Murray Hill, New York City leads at 81% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Women's Clothing Stores are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray Hill | New York City | 81.2% | Great | 83.4% | 78.8% |
| 2 | Horton Plaza | San Diego | 80.0% | Great | 82.2% | 77.6% |
| 3 | Greenwich Village | New York City | 79.6% | Good | 81.8% | 77.2% |
| 4 | NoHo | New York City | 79.3% | Good | 81.5% | 76.9% |
| 5 | Garment District | New York City | 78.8% | Good | 81.0% | 76.4% |
| 6 | Downtown Crossing | Boston | 78.7% | Good | 80.9% | 76.3% |
| 7 | City Center | Los Angeles | 78.7% | Good | 80.9% | 76.3% |
| 8 | Aventura | Miami | 78.4% | Good | 80.6% | 76.0% |
| 9 | Flatiron District | New York City | 78.4% | Good | 80.6% | 76.0% |
| 10 | Chinatown | New York City | 77.9% | Good | 80.1% | 75.5% |
| 11 | Midtown | New York City | 77.7% | Good | 79.9% | 75.3% |
| 12 | Williamsburg | New York City | 77.5% | Good | 79.7% | 75.1% |
| 13 | Chinatown | San Francisco | 77.4% | Good | 79.6% | 75.0% |
| 14 | SoHo | New York City | 77.4% | Good | 79.6% | 75.0% |
| 15 | Manhattanville | New York City | 77.3% | Good | 79.5% | 74.9% |
| 16 | Gaslamp Quarter | San Diego | 77.3% | Good | 79.5% | 74.9% |
| 17 | Core-Columbia | San Diego | 77.1% | Good | 79.2% | 74.6% |
| 18 | Turtle Bay | New York City | 77.0% | Good | 79.2% | 74.6% |
| 19 | Yerba Buena | San Francisco | 77.0% | Good | 79.2% | 74.6% |
| 20 | Beacon Hill | Boston | 76.9% | Good | 79.1% | 74.5% |
| 21 | Prospect Heights | New York City | 76.8% | Good | 79.0% | 74.4% |
| 22 | Stuyvesant Town | New York City | 76.7% | Good | 78.9% | 74.3% |
| 23 | East Village | New York City | 76.6% | Good | 78.8% | 74.2% |
| 24 | Tenderloin | San Francisco | 76.6% | Good | 78.8% | 74.2% |
| 25 | Little Italy | New York City | 76.4% | Good | 78.6% | 74.0% |
Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data to make sure that there have not been major changes.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Shared traits of the strongest US neighborhoods
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 6 different cities, with New York City claiming 15 of the top spots (60%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- New York City: 15 neighborhoods (60% of top 25) — View city guide
- San Diego: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- San Francisco: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- Boston: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25) — View city guide
- Los Angeles: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Miami: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Women's Clothing Stores 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 15 top-ranked neighborhoods in New York City (60% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that New York City's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for Women's Clothing Stores. Operators targeting this category should treat New York City neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
How to apply this ranking when choosing where to open a Women's Clothing Store
Use this ranking to shortlist neighborhoods, then drill down to specific addresses. Our analysis draws on one of the largest proprietary commercial real estate datasets available, spanning 24 US metros and 130+ business categories. 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 Women's Clothing Stores.
Using the ranking to negotiate a better lease
See also: Best Cities for Women's Clothing Store — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Women's Clothing Stores.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- New York City: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- San Diego: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- San Francisco: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Los Angeles: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Boston: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Women's Clothing Stores
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Are the best neighborhoods for Women's Clothing Stores in large cities or smaller markets?
The top neighborhoods for Women's Clothing Stores in StreetSpring's 2026 dataset are concentrated in 6 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.
What is the typical survivability range for Women's Clothing Stores in top neighborhoods?
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Women's Clothing Stores average 77.9% survivability. The national average across all analyzed neighborhoods is 52.1%. The spread between top neighborhoods and the national average is 25.8% — representing the tangible survivability advantage of choosing a top-ranked location.
Can a Women's Clothing Store succeed in neighborhoods outside the top 25?
Yes — the top 25 neighborhoods represent standout conditions, but Women's Clothing Stores 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 does StreetSpring calculate survivability for Women's Clothing Stores specifically?
StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for Women's Clothing Stores by analyzing the competitive density of existing Women's Clothing Stores within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on Women's Clothing Stores 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 Women's Clothing Store surviving 2+ years at that specific address.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Women's Clothing Stores?
For Women's Clothing Stores, 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 Women's Clothing Store customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
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 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 Women's Clothing Stores. Even within the top-ranked neighborhoods, survivability varies meaningfully by block — address-level scoring is the most precise way to evaluate a specific site.
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 Women's Clothing Stores across all analyzed locations within each neighborhood. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities.