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

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Seattle to open a Dentist Office is Phinney Ridge, with 78% average survivability. 0 of 32 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

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

In Phinney Ridge, the best possible Dentist Office location in Seattle offers approximately 9.5% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 14.3% less than average.

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

The city-wide average survivability for Dentist Office across Seattle is 76% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Phinney Ridge substantially outperform this average, reaching 78%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Dentist Office in Seattle?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Seattle for Dentist Office include South Tacoma with 72% average survival chance, Highland Park, and Dunlap. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation — always check your specific address.

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. StreetSpring delivers pinpoint accuracy down to the exact storefront location.

Survivability Rankings for Dentist Office in Seattle

Q: Can a Dentist Office succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Seattle?

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

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Seattle to open a Dentist Office, from Phinney Ridge (78% survival) to South Taco...

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: Phinney Ridge — 78% average survivability for Dentist Office

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 0 of 32 analyzed

City-wide average: 76% for Dentist Offices

Most challenging area: South Tacoma at 72%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~9.5% more expected revenue in Phinney Ridge

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

Opening a Dentist Office in Seattle? Our 2026 analysis identifies Phinney Ridge as the top location with 78% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 79% and the most challenging locations in Phinney Ridge at 76%. The worst neighborhoods include South Tacoma with 72% average chance. 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 Seattle to Open a Dentist Office?

Phinney Ridge ranks #1 of 32 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Seattle for Dentist Office survivability, with a 78% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Phinney Ridge	77.0% – 79.0%	78.0% – 80.0%	76.0% – 77.0%
2	Loyal Heights	77.0% – 79.0%	78.0% – 79.0%	76.0% – 78.0%
3	Green Lake	76.0% – 79.0%	78.0% – 80.0%	76.0% – 78.0%
4	Ballard	76.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	76.0% – 78.0%
5	Greenwood	76.0% – 78.0%	79.0% – 80.0%	75.0% – 77.0%
6	Sunset Hill	76.0% – 78.0%	79.0% – 80.0%	74.0% – 76.0%
7	Interbay	76.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	74.0% – 76.0%
8	West Woodland	76.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	74.0% – 76.0%
9	Mt Baker	76.0% – 78.0%	78.0% – 80.0%	74.0% – 76.0%
10	Junction	75.0% – 78.0%	77.0% – 79.0%	75.0% – 77.0%

For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

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 Seattle Would a Dentist Office Make the Most Money?

In Phinney Ridge, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~9.5% more than the average location in or around Seattle.

On the other hand, in South Tacoma, the worst possible location could result in making ~14.3% less than the average location in the city.

A great concept in the wrong location will almost always underperform a good concept in the right one. Opening a Dentist Office in Seattle requires careful location choice. Across 32 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Dentist Office is 76% 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 Dentist Office in or Around Seattle?

When selecting a location for a Dentist Office in or around Seattle, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score is the single best indicator of whether a business will thrive at a location. 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. Competition density is not inherently negative — it often signals an established customer base. Our proprietary models incorporate data sources not available through any public platform. 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. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

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

The neighborhoods with the highest survivability for this business type are Phinney Ridge, Loyal Heights, and Green Lake, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be South Tacoma, Highland Park, and Dunlap. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. 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 Seattle to Open a Dentist Office?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Dentist Office in Seattle is Phinney Ridge with 78% average survivability, followed by Loyal Heights and Green Lake. 0 of 32 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

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 Dentist Office Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Seattle?

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 Dentist Office Rankings in Seattle 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 Seattle.

Is a Dentist Office a Good Tenant for Seattle Landlords?

In Phinney Ridge, StreetSpring forecasts a 77.0% – 79.0% 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 Seattle

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Phinney Ridge, a Dentist Office tenant averages 77.0% – 79.0% chance of lasting more than 2 years — the strongest outlook in Seattle. Loyal Heights follows at 77.0% – 79.0%, while Green Lake shows 76.0% – 79.0%. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront at no cost.

StreetSpring analyzes your specific address against comparable businesses to forecast success.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Seattle — See how Dentist Office compares to all other business types in Seattle
Best Cities to Open a Dentist Office in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Dentist Office
Business Survivability in Phinney Ridge, Seattle — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Loyal Heights, Seattle — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Green Lake, Seattle — All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Seattle

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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