What is the best neighborhood in San Francisco to open a Tanning Salon?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in San Francisco to open a Tanning Salon is West Berkeley, ranked #1 at 86.0% Best and 76.8% Typical. 35 of the 107 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% Typical.

What is the average survivability for Tanning Salon across San Francisco's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 107 ranked neighborhoods in San Francisco, the average projected chance that a Tanning Salon lasts two or more years is 66.6% Typical. West Berkeley, ranked #1, is at 76.8% Typical.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Tanning Salon in San Francisco?

The most challenging neighborhoods in San Francisco for Tanning Salon include Colony Park (ranked last, at 55.8% Best and 52.3% Typical), Thousand Oaks, and Crystyl Ranch. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

What should I consider when opening a Tanning Salon in San Francisco?

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 Tanning Salon in San Francisco

Q: Where in San Francisco would a Tanning Salon 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 San Francisco address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Tanning Salon succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in San Francisco?

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

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of San Francisco neighborhoods to open a Tanning Salon, on Best, from West Berkeley (86.0% survival) to Colony Park (55.8%).

September 22, 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: West Berkeley: 86.0% Best, 76.8% Typical for Tanning Salon

The range inside West Berkeley: the best locations reach 88.2% and the most challenging sit at 55.6%, a spread of 32.6 points. Picking the neighborhood narrows the search; the specific address is what settles it

Neighborhoods at or above 70% Typical: 35 of 107 ranked

Average across the 107 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 66.6% for Tanning Salons

Most challenging area: Colony Park: 55.8% Best, 52.3% 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 Tanning Salon Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Tanning Salon Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Tanning Salon a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Opening a Tanning Salon in San Francisco? Our 2026 analysis identifies West Berkeley as the top location, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 86.0% Best and 76.8% Typical. The last-ranked neighborhood is Colony Park, at 55.8% Best and 52.3% Typical. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around San Francisco to Open a Tanning Salon?

West Berkeley ranks #1 of the 107 ranked neighborhoods in and around San Francisco for Tanning Salon survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 86.0% Best as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Metro	Best	Typical	Worst
1	West Berkeley	San Francisco	86.0%	76.8%	71.3%
2	East Peralta	San Francisco	85.4%	77.8%	73.5%
3	Central Richmond	San Francisco	85.1%	76.1%	70.4%
4	Outer Richmond	San Francisco	84.4%	75.1%	68.8%
5	Inner Richmond	San Francisco	84.2%	75.9%	70.3%
6	Northwest Berkeley	San Francisco	83.6%	77.4%	73.7%
7	Mission	San Francisco	83.6%	75.4%	69.7%
8	Longfellow	San Francisco	82.4%	75.8%	71.2%
9	Lorin	San Francisco	81.5%	74.2%	68.5%
10	Bernal Heights	San Francisco	81.4%	74.0%	68.2%

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.

These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

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 San Francisco Would a Tanning Salon Make the Most Money?

Where a Tanning Salon would make the most money in or around San Francisco 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.

West Berkeley is ranked #1 for Tanning Salon survivability, at 86.0% Best and 76.8% Typical; Colony Park is ranked last of the 107, at 55.8% Best and 52.3% Typical. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

The rankings below show how far apart the neighborhoods of one city sit for the same business type. Opening a Tanning Salon in San Francisco requires careful location choice. Across the 107 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Tanning Salon lasts two or more years is 66.6% Typical. Consumer spending patterns differ dramatically across business types and micro-locations.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Tanning Salon in or Around San Francisco?

When selecting a location for a Tanning Salon in or around San Francisco, 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 has analyzed hundreds of thousands of business outcomes across major US metros. Areas with complementary competitors tend to generate higher overall foot traffic. StreetSpring's predictions leverage proprietary datasets covering competition, spending, and mobility. 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. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

Where in or Around San Francisco Should I Start a Tanning Salon?

For this business type, the highest-ranked neighborhoods are West Berkeley, East Peralta, and Central Richmond, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Colony Park, Thousand Oaks, and Crystyl Ranch. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in San Francisco to Open a Tanning Salon?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Tanning Salon in San Francisco is West Berkeley, at 86.0% Best and 76.8% Typical, followed by East Peralta and Central Richmond. 35 of the 107 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% Typical.

Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

Can a Tanning Salon Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in San Francisco?

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. The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Tanning Salon Rankings in San Francisco 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 San Francisco.

Is a Tanning Salon a Good Tenant for San Francisco Landlords?

In West Berkeley, the projected chance that a new Tanning Salon lasts two or more years is 76.8% Typical and 86.0% Best, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Tanning Salon in San Francisco

For Tanning Salon tenants in San Francisco's three top-ranked neighborhoods, the projected chance of lasting two or more years is:

West Berkeley: 86.0% Best
East Peralta: 85.4% Best
Central Richmond: 85.1% Best

Our tool shows the survivability outlook for any business type at your exact address, updated regularly.

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

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: San Francisco: See how Tanning Salon compares to all other business types in San Francisco
Best Cities to Open a Tanning Salon in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Tanning Salon
Business Survivability in West Berkeley, San Francisco: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in East Peralta, San Francisco: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Central Richmond, San Francisco: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for San Francisco

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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