What is the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Deli is Hayden Island, with 82% average survivability. 47 of 47 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Deli make in the best vs. average Portland neighborhood?

In Hayden Island, the best possible Deli location in Portland offers approximately 7.7% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 4.1% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Deli in Portland?

The city-wide average survivability for Deli across Portland is 79% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Hayden Island substantially outperform this average, reaching 82%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Deli in Portland?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Portland for Deli include Kerns with 77% average survival chance, Vose, and Highland. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address.

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

What should I consider when opening a Deli in Portland?

Revenue Capture Score captures the interplay between market share and consumer spending: the two biggest drivers of success. 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 Deli in Portland

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Portland to open a Deli, from Hayden Island (82% survival) to Kerns (77%).

September 25, 2026•12 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: Hayden Island: 82% average survivability for Deli

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 47 of 47 analyzed

City-wide average: 79% for Delis

Most challenging area: Kerns at 77%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~7.7% more expected revenue in Hayden Island

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Portland to open a Deli is Hayden Island with 82% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Hayden Island at 78%. The worst neighborhoods include Kerns with 77% average chance. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Portland to Open a Deli?

Hayden Island ranks #1 of 47 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Portland for Deli survivability, with a 82% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	At a good address	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Hayden Island	84.0%	79.0% to 84.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	78.0% to 79.0%
2	Kenton	84.0%	79.0% to 83.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	74.0% to 75.0%
3	Multnomah	83.1%	79.0% to 84.0%	82.0% to 84.0%	79.0% to 80.0%
4	Cathedral Park	82.6%	78.0% to 83.0%	82.0% to 84.0%	76.0% to 78.0%
5	Centennial	82.6%	77.0% to 82.0%	83.0% to 84.0%	75.0% to 77.0%
6	Markham	82.2%	79.0% to 83.0%	81.0% to 83.0%	76.0% to 78.0%
7	Woodlawn	81.7%	78.0% to 83.0%	80.0% to 82.0%	78.0% to 80.0%
8	South Burlingame	81.7%	78.0% to 82.0%	80.0% to 82.0%	77.0% to 79.0%
9	Hazelwood	81.7%	78.0% to 82.0%	82.0% to 84.0%	75.0% to 77.0%
10	Powellhurst-Gilbert	81.7%	77.0% to 82.0%	82.0% to 84.0%	75.0% to 77.0%

For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

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 Portland Would a Deli Make the Most Money?

In Hayden Island, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~7.7% more than the average location in or around Portland.

On the other hand, in Kerns, the worst possible location could result in making ~4.1% less than the average location in the city.

Where you open matters more than anything else. Opening a Deli in Portland requires careful location choice. Across 47 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Deli is 79% for lasting more than 2 years, due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. 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 Deli in or Around Portland?

When selecting a location for a Deli in or around Portland, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score captures the interplay between market share and consumer spending: the two biggest drivers of success. 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 incorporate data from thousands of neighborhoods and hundreds of thousands of individual businesses. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. 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. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

Where in or Around Portland Should I Start a Deli?

Based on our analysis, the leading neighborhoods are Hayden Island, Kenton, and Multnomah, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Kerns, Vose, and Highland. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Portland to Open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Deli in Portland is Hayden Island with 82% average survivability, followed by Kenton and Multnomah. 47 of 47 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

Can a Deli Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Portland?

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 rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Deli Rankings in Portland 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 Portland.

Is a Deli a Good Tenant for Portland Landlords?

In Hayden Island, StreetSpring forecasts a 79.0% to 84.0% average chance for a new Deli to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Deli in Portland

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Hayden Island, a Deli tenant averages 79.0% to 84.0% chance of lasting more than 2 years: the strongest outlook in Portland. Kenton follows at 79.0% to 83.0%, while Multnomah shows 79.0% to 84.0%. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront at no cost.

StreetSpring's predictions are granular enough to distinguish between two storefronts on the same block.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Portland for My Business Overall?

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Portland: See how Deli compares to all other business types in Portland
Best Cities to Open a Deli in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Deli
Business Survivability in Hayden Island, Portland: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Kenton, Portland: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Multnomah, Portland: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Portland

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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