What is the best neighborhood in Tampa Bay to open a Tanning Salon?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Tampa Bay to open a Tanning Salon is Plaza Terrace, with 72% average survivability. 0 of 3 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Tanning Salon make in the best vs. average Tampa Bay neighborhood?

In Plaza Terrace, the best possible Tanning Salon location in Tampa Bay offers approximately 1.8% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 3.6% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Tanning Salon in Tampa Bay?

The city-wide average survivability for Tanning Salon across Tampa Bay is 71% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Plaza Terrace substantially outperform this average, reaching 72%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Tanning Salon in Tampa Bay?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Tampa Bay for Tanning Salon include North Hyde Park with 70% average survival chance, Terrace Park, and Plaza Terrace. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

What should I consider when opening a Tanning Salon in Tampa Bay?

Revenue Capture Score is the single best indicator of whether a business will thrive at a location. 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 Tampa Bay

Q: Can a Tanning Salon succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Tampa Bay?

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. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Tampa Bay to open a Tanning Salon, from Plaza Terrace (72% survival) to North Hyd...

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: Plaza Terrace — 72% average survivability for Tanning Salon

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 0 of 3 analyzed

City-wide average: 71% for Tanning Salons

Most challenging area: North Hyde Park at 70%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~1.8% more expected revenue in Plaza Terrace

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 Tampa Bay? Our 2026 analysis identifies Plaza Terrace as the top location with 72% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 76% and the most challenging locations in Plaza Terrace at 65%. The worst neighborhoods include North Hyde Park with 70% average chance. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation — your exact block could significantly outperform.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Tampa Bay to Open a Tanning Salon?

Plaza Terrace ranks #1 of 3 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Tampa Bay for Tanning Salon survivability, with a 72% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Plaza Terrace	70.0% – 74.0%	75.0% – 77.0%	64.0% – 66.0%
2	Terrace Park	70.0% – 74.0%	75.0% – 77.0%	66.0% – 68.0%
3	North Hyde Park	68.0% – 73.0%	73.0% – 75.0%	66.0% – 67.0%

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

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 Tampa Bay Would a Tanning Salon Make the Most Money?

In Plaza Terrace, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~1.8% more than the average location in or around Tampa Bay.

On the other hand, in North Hyde Park, the worst possible location could result in making ~3.6% less than the average location in the city.

No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Tanning Salon in Tampa Bay requires careful location choice. Across 3 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Tanning Salon is 71% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. The same location can be excellent for one business type and poor for another.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Tanning Salon in or Around Tampa Bay?

When selecting a location for a Tanning Salon in or around Tampa Bay, 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's training dataset includes millions of transactions and business lifecycle events. Competition density is not inherently negative — it often signals an established customer base. StreetSpring's proprietary algorithms power these predictions. 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 Tampa Bay Should I Start a Tanning Salon?

The highest-performing areas for this business type are Plaza Terrace, Terrace Park, and North Hyde Park, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be North Hyde Park, Terrace Park, and Plaza Terrace. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. 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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Business Survivability Rankings: Tampa Bay
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National City Survivability: Tanning Salon
National Neighborhood Survivability: Tanning Salon

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Tampa Bay to Open a Tanning Salon?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Tanning Salon in Tampa Bay is Plaza Terrace with 72% average survivability, followed by Terrace Park and North Hyde Park. 0 of 3 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously — check the tool for the most current score at any address.

Can a Tanning Salon Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Tampa Bay?

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. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Tanning Salon Rankings in Tampa Bay 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 Tampa Bay.

Is a Tanning Salon a Good Tenant for Tampa Bay Landlords?

In Plaza Terrace, StreetSpring forecasts a 70.0% – 74.0% average chance for a new Tanning Salon to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Tanning Salon in Tampa Bay

Landlords in Tampa Bay's top three neighborhoods for Tanning Salon can expect the following average survivability for new tenants:

Plaza Terrace: 70.0% – 74.0%
Terrace Park: 70.0% – 74.0%
North Hyde Park: 68.0% – 73.0%

You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

StreetSpring delivers pinpoint accuracy down to the exact storefront location.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Tampa Bay — See how Tanning Salon compares to all other business types in Tampa Bay
Best Cities to Open a Tanning Salon in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Tanning Salon
Business Survivability in Plaza Terrace, Tampa Bay — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Terrace Park, Tampa Bay — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in North Hyde Park, Tampa Bay — All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Tampa Bay

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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