Survivability Rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City
2026 ranking of New York City neighborhoods to open a Watch Store or Repair Shop, on Best, from Hackensack Riverfront (86.2% survival) to Little Italy.
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: Hackensack Riverfront: 86.2% Best, 77.7% Typical for Watch Store or Repair Shop
- The range inside Hackensack Riverfront: the best locations reach 90.0% and the most challenging sit at 55.3%, a spread of 34.7 points. Picking the neighborhood narrows the search; the specific address is what settles it
- Neighborhoods at or above 70% Typical: 6 of 180 ranked
- Average across the 180 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 53.6% for Watch & Repair Shops
- Most challenging area: Little Italy: 50.4% Best, 49.0% Typical (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 50.4% Best figure)
- 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 →
Table of Contents
- Summary
- 10 Best Neighborhoods
- Where Would a Watch Store or Repair Shop Make the Most Money?
- What Should I Consider?
- Where Should I Start?
- FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
- FAQ: Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
- FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
- FAQ: Is a Watch Store or Repair Shop a Good Tenant?
- Landlord Survivability Data
- Best Neighborhoods for Any Business
Summary
Of all the neighborhoods in and around New York City, Hackensack Riverfront ranks #1 for opening a Watch Store or Repair Shop, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 86.2% Best and 77.7% Typical. The last-ranked neighborhood is Little Italy, at 50.4% Best and 49.0% Typical (6 ranked neighborhoods share the 50.4% Best figure). However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well.
What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around New York City to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?
Hackensack Riverfront ranks #1 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods in and around New York City for Watch Store or Repair Shop survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 86.2% Best as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:
| Rank | Neighborhood | Metro | Best | Typical | Worst |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hackensack Riverfront | New York City | 86.2% | 77.7% | 72.5% |
| 2 | West Side, Jersey City | New York City | 85.2% | 77.4% | 72.4% |
| 3 | Bergen-Lafayette | New York City | 84.7% | 77.1% | 72.1% |
| 4 | Journal Square | New York City | 82.5% | 75.2% | 69.4% |
| 5 | McGinley Square | New York City | 81.2% | 75.9% | 71.6% |
| 6 | Jersey City Heights | New York City | 80.9% | 74.8% | 69.6% |
| 7 | The Waterfront (Jersey City) | New York City | 76.0% | 69.7% | 63.4% |
| 8 | Old Town | New York City | 74.9% | 68.1% | 61.2% |
| 9 | Downtown Jersey City | New York City | 72.5% | 64.4% | 56.3% |
| 10 | New Dorp | New York City | 72.4% | 65.2% | 57.9% |
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.
A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.
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 Watch Store or Repair Shop Make the Most Money?
Where a Watch Store or Repair Shop 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.
Hackensack Riverfront is ranked #1 for Watch Store or Repair Shop survivability, at 86.2% Best and 77.7% Typical; Little Italy is ranked last of the 180, at 50.4% Best and 49.0% Typical. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.
Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens. Opening a Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City requires careful location choice. Across the 180 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Watch Store or Repair Shop lasts two or more years is 53.6% Typical. Two businesses on the same block can have very different survivability scores depending on their category.
What Should I Consider When Opening a Watch Store or Repair Shop in or Around New York City?
When selecting a location for a Watch Store or Repair Shop in or around New York City, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The single most important number in a location decision is the Revenue Capture Score, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We have been studying the businesses serving more than 180 million+ Americans. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. StreetSpring uses its own proprietary forecasting tools to make these predictions. 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
Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.
Where in or Around New York City Should I Start a Watch Store or Repair Shop?
For this business type, the highest-ranked neighborhoods are Hackensack Riverfront, West Side, Jersey City, and Bergen-Lafayette, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Little Italy, Chinatown, and Tudor City. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.
Related Articles:
- Business Survivability Rankings: New York City
- Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City
- National City Survivability: Watch Store or Repair Shop
- National Neighborhood Survivability: Watch Store or Repair Shop
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in New York City to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop?
Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City is Hackensack Riverfront, at 86.2% Best and 77.7% Typical, followed by West Side, Jersey City and Bergen-Lafayette. 6 of the 180 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% Typical.
Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.
Can a Watch Store or Repair Shop 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 Watch Store or Repair Shop 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 Watch Store or Repair Shop a Good Tenant for New York City Landlords?
In Hackensack Riverfront, the projected chance that a new Watch Store or Repair Shop lasts two or more years is 77.7% Typical and 86.2% Best, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.
Landlord Survivability Data for Watch Store or Repair Shop in New York City
Reducing vacancy starts with choosing tenants whose business type matches the neighborhood's strengths. For Watch Store or Repair Shop tenants, Hackensack Riverfront is ranked first (86.2% Best). West Side, Jersey City and Bergen-Lafayette follow at 85.2% Best and 84.7% Best respectively. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.
StreetSpring scores the exact storefront address, not only the neighborhood around it.
Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity
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.
Related Resources
- Business Survivability Rankings: New York City: See how Watch Store or Repair Shop compares to all other business types in New York City
- Best Cities to Open a Watch Store or Repair Shop in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Watch Store or Repair Shop
- Business Survivability in Hackensack Riverfront, New York City: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in West Side, Jersey City, New York City: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in Bergen-Lafayette, 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.