What is the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Shoe Store?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Shoe Store is Windsor Terrace, ranked #1 at 90.3% Best and 85.4% Typical (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.3% Best figure). 48 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% Typical.

What is the average survivability for Shoe Store across New York City's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods in New York City, the average projected chance that a Shoe Store lasts two or more years is 65.3% Typical. Windsor Terrace, ranked #1, is at 85.4% Typical.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Shoe Store in New York City?

The most challenging neighborhoods in New York City for Shoe Store include Tudor City (ranked last, at 55.0% Best and 52.0% Typical), Utopia, and Morningside Heights. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation: your exact block could significantly outperform.

What should I consider when opening a Shoe Store in New York City?

The most important factor for a business's success is the Revenue Capture Score for the business at the location it selects. StreetSpring computes Revenue Capture Score by projecting the business's market share based on competitor quality and quantity, mobility patterns, and forecasted consumer spending for the specific business type.

Survivability Rankings for Shoe Store in New York City

Q: Where in New York City would a Shoe Store make the most money?

It depends on the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. Check it in the live tool for each New York City address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Shoe Store succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in New York City?

Yes, neighborhood rankings are averages that 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. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, housing vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of New York City neighborhoods to open a Shoe Store, on Best, from Windsor Terrace (90.3% survival) to Tudor City (55.0%).

November 5, 2026•14 min read

By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: November 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address

Best, Typical and Worst: Best is the average chance of lasting two or more years for the better of two addresses picked at random in the place, in a smaller space; Typical is the average address; Worst is the same for the worse of two, in a larger space

#1 Neighborhood: Windsor Terrace: 90.3% Best, 85.4% Typical for Shoe Store (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.3% Best figure)

The range inside Windsor Terrace: the best locations reach 90.0% and the most challenging sit at 71.0%, a spread of 19.0 points. Picking the neighborhood narrows the search; the specific address is what settles it

Neighborhoods at or above 70% Typical: 48 of 180 ranked

Average across the 180 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 65.3% for Shoe Stores

Most challenging area: Tudor City: 55.0% Best, 52.0% Typical

Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Shoe Store Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Shoe Store Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Shoe Store a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Windsor Terrace leads New York City's 2026 survivability rankings for Shoe Store operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 90.3% Best and 85.4% Typical (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.3% Best figure). The last-ranked neighborhood is Tudor City, at 55.0% Best and 52.0% Typical. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around New York City to Open a Shoe Store?

Windsor Terrace ranks #1 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods in and around New York City for Shoe Store survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 90.3% Best as of 2026. It shares that figure with 1 other ranked neighborhood. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Metro	Best	Typical	Worst
1	Windsor Terrace	New York City	90.3%	85.4%	80.2%
2	Carroll Gardens	New York City	90.3%	85.6%	80.7%
3	Greenpoint	New York City	89.0%	80.4%	75.2%
4	Park Slope	New York City	88.2%	78.7%	73.4%
5	Astoria Heights	New York City	88.2%	79.5%	74.6%
6	West Side, Jersey City	New York City	87.1%	78.8%	74.3%
7	Prospect Heights	New York City	86.8%	78.4%	73.5%
8	McGinley Square	New York City	86.6%	80.3%	76.4%
9	Williamsburg	New York City	86.5%	77.2%	71.4%
10	Journal Square	New York City	85.6%	77.8%	72.9%

Best and Worst are the average results for the better and the worse of two addresses picked at random in the place: a weighted average of every scored location in which the best locations count the most for Best and the weakest count the most for Worst. Typical is the average address. Best is shown for a smaller space (half the standard size) and Worst for a larger one (half again as large), at the metro's median asking rent, using the same rent rule as our tool; Typical is at the market rent.

For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

The ranking runs on Best. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. See our full methodology →

These figures assume a lease at the local market rate. The live tool adjusts the figure when you enter a lease that is cheaper or more expensive than that.

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 New York City Would a Shoe Store Make the Most Money?

Where a Shoe Store would make the most money in or around New York City comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Windsor Terrace is ranked #1 for Shoe Store survivability, at 90.3% Best and 85.4% Typical; Tudor City is ranked last of the 180, at 55.0% Best and 52.0% Typical. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Your choice of location is one of the few business decisions you can test against data before you commit. Opening a Shoe Store in New York City requires careful location choice. Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Shoe Store lasts two or more years is 65.3% Typical. Different business types will have different forecasted spend than others, and all of those would have different projections for each location.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Shoe Store in or Around New York City?

When selecting a location for a Shoe Store in or around New York City, 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. StreetSpring's training dataset includes millions of transactions and business lifecycle events. Clustering works when it draws more customers to the area than any single business could alone. StreetSpring leverages exclusive data sources and custom models for these projections. 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

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

Where in or Around New York City Should I Start a Shoe Store?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Windsor Terrace, Carroll Gardens, and Greenpoint, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Tudor City, Utopia, and Morningside Heights. 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.

Related Articles:

Business Survivability Rankings: New York City
Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City
National City Survivability: Shoe Store

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in New York City to Open a Shoe Store?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Shoe Store in New York City is Windsor Terrace, at 90.3% Best and 85.4% Typical (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 90.3% Best figure), followed by Carroll Gardens and Greenpoint. 48 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% Typical.

StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

Can a Shoe Store Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in New York City?

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 Shoe Store Rankings in New York City 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 New York City.

Is a Shoe Store a Good Tenant for New York City Landlords?

In Windsor Terrace, the projected chance that a new Shoe Store lasts two or more years is 85.4% Typical and 90.3% Best, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Shoe Store in New York City

If you own commercial property in New York City and are considering a Shoe Store tenant, here is what the data shows: Windsor Terrace is ranked first (90.3% Best), Carroll Gardens second (90.3% Best), and Greenpoint third (89.0% Best). Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring analyzes your specific address against comparable businesses to forecast success.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around New York City for My Business Overall?

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

Business Survivability Rankings: New York City: See how Shoe Store compares to all other business types in New York City
Best Cities to Open a Shoe Store in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Shoe Store
Business Survivability in Windsor Terrace, New York City: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Carroll Gardens, New York City: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Greenpoint, New York City: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for New York City

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

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