What is the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Dentist Office?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Dentist Office is Richmond, with 79% average survivability. 0 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

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

In Richmond, the best possible Dentist Office location in Portland offers approximately 13.1% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 7.3% less than average.

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

The city-wide average survivability for Dentist Office across Portland is 75% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Richmond substantially outperform this average, reaching 79%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Dentist Office in Portland?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Portland for Dentist Office include Vose with 74% average survival chance, Highland, and Hillsdale. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Dentist Office 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. Our models produce survivability scores at the individual address level — not just neighborhood averages.

What should I consider when opening a Dentist Office in Portland?

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.

Survivability Rankings for Dentist Office in Portland

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Portland to open a Dentist Office, from Richmond (79% survival) to Vose (74%).

September 22, 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: Richmond — 79% average survivability for Dentist Office

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 0 of 16 analyzed

City-wide average: 75% for Dentist Offices

Most challenging area: Vose at 74%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~13.1% more expected revenue in Richmond

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

Richmond leads Portland's 2026 survivability rankings for Dentist Office operators with 79% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 80% and the most challenging locations in Richmond at 77%. The worst neighborhoods include Vose with 74% average chance. 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 Portland to Open a Dentist Office?

Richmond ranks #1 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Portland for Dentist Office survivability, with a 79% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Richmond	77.0% – 81.0%	79.0% – 80.0%	77.0% – 78.0%
2	Buckman	76.0% – 80.0%	80.0% – 82.0%	76.0% – 77.0%
3	Kenton	75.0% – 79.0%	80.0% – 82.0%	74.0% – 76.0%
4	Brooklyn	74.0% – 78.0%	79.0% – 80.0%	73.0% – 75.0%
5	Roseway	74.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	74.0% – 76.0%
6	Multnomah	74.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	73.0% – 74.0%
7	Parkrose	73.0% – 77.0%	76.0% – 78.0%	71.0% – 73.0%
8	Downtown	73.0% – 77.0%	76.0% – 78.0%	72.0% – 74.0%
9	Sumner	73.0% – 77.0%	76.0% – 77.0%	71.0% – 73.0%
10	Hazelwood	73.0% – 77.0%	76.0% – 78.0%	71.0% – 73.0%

However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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 Dentist Office Make the Most Money?

In Richmond, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~13.1% more than the average location in or around Portland.

On the other hand, in Vose, the worst possible location could result in making ~7.3% less than the average location in the city.

The difference between success and failure often comes down to where you sign the lease. Opening a Dentist Office in Portland requires careful location choice. Across 16 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Dentist Office is 75% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Consumer spending patterns differ dramatically across business types and micro-locations.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Dentist Office in or Around Portland?

When selecting a location for a Dentist Office in or around Portland, 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. We apply advanced machine learning to massive commercial real estate datasets to build accurate models. Some of the best-performing locations are surrounded by complementary competitors that drive foot traffic. These forecasts are generated using StreetSpring's unique analytical framework. 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. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

Where in or Around Portland Should I Start a Dentist Office?

The strongest survivability scores belong to Richmond, Buckman, and Kenton, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Vose, Highland, and Hillsdale. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Portland to Open a Dentist Office?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Dentist Office in Portland is Richmond with 79% average survivability, followed by Buckman and Kenton. 0 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

New competitor openings and closures happen weekly — the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

Can a Dentist Office 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. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Dentist Office 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 Dentist Office a Good Tenant for Portland Landlords?

In Richmond, StreetSpring forecasts a 77.0% – 81.0% average chance for a new Dentist Office to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Dentist Office in Portland

For landlords evaluating tenant applications, StreetSpring's data provides a clear comparison across the top neighborhoods. In Richmond, a Dentist Office has a 77.0% – 81.0% average chance of surviving more than 2 years. In Buckman, the range shifts to 76.0% – 80.0%, and in Kenton, it is 75.0% – 79.0%. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.

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 Dentist Office compares to all other business types in Portland
Best Cities to Open a Dentist Office in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Dentist Office
Business Survivability in Richmond, Portland — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Buckman, Portland — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Kenton, 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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