Survivability Rankings for Pet Store in Seattle

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Seattle neighborhoods to open a Pet Store, at a good address, from Interbay (85.0% survival) to Madison Valley (71.0%).

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Interbay: 85.0% at a good address, 78.4% at a typical address for Pet Store (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 53 of 94 ranked
  • Average across the 94 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 71.5% for Pet Stores
  • Most challenging area: Madison Valley: 71.0% at a good address, 59.1% at a typical address
  • 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 →

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Summary

Interbay leads Seattle's 2026 survivability rankings for Pet Store operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 85.0% at a good address and 78.4% at a typical address (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 85.0% and its lowest at 63.0%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Madison Valley, at 71.0% at a good address and 59.1% at a typical address. The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Seattle to Open a Pet Store?

Interbay ranks #1 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods in and around Seattle for Pet Store survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 85.0% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodMetroAt a good addressAverage (typical address)Best LocationsChallenging Locations
1InterbaySeattle85.0%78.4%85.0%63.0%
2West Queen AnneSeattle85.0%71.5%85.0%52.2%
3Northwest EverettSeattle84.6%80.7%85.0%70.6%
4BrightonSeattle84.6%79.3%85.0%67.9%
5BaysideSeattle84.6%79.0%85.0%66.1%
6FremontSeattle84.6%77.7%85.0%59.8%
7North College ParkSeattle84.6%77.4%85.0%49.4%
8Twin CreeksSeattle84.6%77.2%85.0%63.8%
9GreenwoodSeattle84.6%76.9%85.0%52.2%
10Silver LakeSeattle84.6%73.6%85.0%53.0%

For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. 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 Pet Store Make the Most Money?

Where a Pet Store would make the most money in or around Seattle 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.

Interbay is ranked #1 for Pet Store survivability, at 85.0% at a good address and 78.4% at a typical address; Madison Valley is ranked last of the 94, at 71.0% at a good address and 59.1% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Where you sign the lease is a choice you can check against the published scores before you commit. Opening a Pet Store in Seattle requires careful location choice. Across the 94 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Pet Store lasts two or more years is 71.5% at a typical address. Two businesses on the same block can have very different survivability scores depending on their category.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Pet Store in or Around Seattle?

When selecting a location for a Pet Store in or around Seattle, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: it is StreetSpring's estimate of the revenue a business can capture at that 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. Our platform incorporates data from thousands of neighborhoods nationwide. Moderate competition often indicates a healthy market with proven consumer demand. 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

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.


Where in or Around Seattle Should I Start a Pet Store?

StreetSpring identifies the strongest markets as Interbay, West Queen Anne, and Northwest Everett, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Madison Valley, Uptown, and Somerset. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Seattle to Open a Pet Store?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Pet Store in Seattle is Interbay, at 85.0% at a good address and 78.4% at a typical address (2 ranked neighborhoods share the 85.0% good-address figure), followed by West Queen Anne and Northwest Everett. 53 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.


Can a Pet Store 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. 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 Pet Store 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 Pet Store a Good Tenant for Seattle Landlords?

In Interbay, the projected chance that a new Pet Store lasts two or more years is 78.4% at a typical address and 85.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Pet Store in Seattle

The data tells a clear story for Pet Store tenants across Seattle's top neighborhoods. Interbay leads at 78.4% at a typical address, with its best scored address at 85.0%. West Queen Anne is at 71.5% at a typical address, and Northwest Everett at 80.7% at a typical address. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business 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 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.


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 figures shown here.