What is the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Veterinary Clinic?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in New York City to open a Veterinary Clinic is Fieldston, with 87% average survivability. 145 of 150 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Veterinary Clinic make in the best vs. average New York City neighborhood?

In Fieldston, the best possible Veterinary Clinic location in New York City offers approximately 10.9% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 14.5% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Veterinary Clinic in New York City?

The city-wide average survivability for Veterinary Clinic across New York City is 83% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Fieldston substantially outperform this average, reaching 87%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Veterinary Clinic in New York City?

The most challenging neighborhoods in New York City for Veterinary Clinic include Hollis with 79% average survival chance, Holliswood, and Rochdale. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts — the address matters most.

What should I consider when opening a Veterinary Clinic in New York City?

A high Revenue Capture Score is the clearest signal that a location can sustain a profitable business. 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.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Veterinary Clinic survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.

Survivability Rankings for Veterinary Clinic in New York City

Q: Can a Veterinary Clinic 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. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously — check the tool for the most current score at any address.

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in New York City to open a Veterinary Clinic, from Fieldston (87% survival) to Holli...

September 22, 2026•13 min read

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: Fieldston — 87% average survivability for Veterinary Clinic

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 145 of 150 analyzed

City-wide average: 83% for Veterinary Clinics

Most challenging area: Hollis at 79%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~10.9% more expected revenue in Fieldston

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around New York City, Fieldston ranks #1 for opening a Veterinary Clinic with 87% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 89% and the most challenging locations in Fieldston at 84%. The worst neighborhoods include Hollis with 79% average chance. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median.

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

Fieldston ranks #1 of 150 neighborhoods analyzed in and around New York City for Veterinary Clinic survivability, with a 87% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Fieldston	85.0% – 89.0%	87.0% – 89.0%	83.0% – 85.0%
2	Georgetown	85.0% – 89.0%	87.0% – 89.0%	83.0% – 85.0%
3	Manhattan Beach	84.0% – 88.0%	88.0% – 90.0%	82.0% – 84.0%
4	Flatlands	84.0% – 88.0%	88.0% – 90.0%	81.0% – 82.0%
5	Country Club	84.0% – 88.0%	87.0% – 89.0%	80.0% – 82.0%
6	Riverdale	84.0% – 88.0%	87.0% – 89.0%	82.0% – 84.0%
7	Bushwick	84.0% – 88.0%	88.0% – 90.0%	81.0% – 83.0%
8	Dongan Hills	84.0% – 88.0%	86.0% – 88.0%	83.0% – 85.0%
9	Van Nest	84.0% – 88.0%	86.0% – 88.0%	83.0% – 84.0%
10	Crown Heights	83.0% – 88.0%	87.0% – 89.0%	81.0% – 83.0%

Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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 New York City Would a Veterinary Clinic Make the Most Money?

In Fieldston, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~10.9% more than the average location in or around New York City.

On the other hand, in Hollis, the worst possible location could result in making ~14.5% less than the average location in the city.

The right location can make a business; the wrong one can break it. Opening a Veterinary Clinic in New York City requires careful location choice. Across 150 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Veterinary Clinic is 83% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Two businesses on the same block can have very different survivability scores depending on their category.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Veterinary Clinic in or Around New York City?

When selecting a location for a Veterinary Clinic in or around New York City, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. A high Revenue Capture Score is the clearest signal that a location can sustain a profitable business. 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 forecasting engine processes data from over 24 metro areas covering 180+ million consumers. Competition density is not inherently negative — it often signals an established customer base. The prediction engine behind these rankings is entirely proprietary — developed in-house over years of research. 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. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

Where in or Around New York City Should I Start a Veterinary Clinic?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Fieldston, Georgetown, and Manhattan Beach, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Hollis, Holliswood, and Rochdale. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

Related Articles:

Business Survivability Rankings: New York City
Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City
National City Survivability: Veterinary Clinic
National Neighborhood Survivability: Veterinary Clinic

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in New York City to Open a Veterinary Clinic?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Veterinary Clinic in New York City is Fieldston with 87% average survivability, followed by Georgetown and Manhattan Beach. 145 of 150 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

Can a Veterinary Clinic 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. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Veterinary Clinic 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 Veterinary Clinic a Good Tenant for New York City Landlords?

In Fieldston, StreetSpring forecasts a 85.0% – 89.0% average chance for a new Veterinary Clinic to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Veterinary Clinic in New York City

Should you rent your storefront to a Veterinary Clinic? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Fieldston offers the strongest outlook at 85.0% – 89.0% average survivability, followed by Georgetown at 85.0% – 89.0%, and Manhattan Beach at 84.0% – 88.0%. Our tool shows the survivability outlook for any business type at your exact address, updated weekly.

StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.

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 Veterinary Clinic compares to all other business types in New York City
Best Cities to Open a Veterinary Clinic in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Veterinary Clinic
Business Survivability in Fieldston, New York City — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Georgetown, New York City — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Manhattan Beach, 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 static ranges shown here.

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