What is the best neighborhood in Washington DC to open a Gym?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Washington DC to open a Gym is Brightwood Park, with 80% average survivability. 123 of 129 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Gym make in the best vs. average Washington DC neighborhood?

In Brightwood Park, the best possible Gym location in Washington DC offers approximately 10.2% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 9.6% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Gym in Washington DC?

The city-wide average survivability for Gym across Washington DC is 76% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Brightwood Park substantially outperform this average, reaching 80%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Gym in Washington DC?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Washington DC for Gym include North Potomac Yard with 73% average survival chance, The Palisades, and Woodmont. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

What should I consider when opening a Gym in Washington DC?

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.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Gym 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 can give you the precise likelihood that hundreds of different businesses will last at an exact address.

Survivability Rankings for Gym in Washington DC

Q: Can a Gym succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Washington DC?

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. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape: these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Washington DC to open a Gym, from Brightwood Park (80% survival) to North Potomac...

September 25, 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: Brightwood Park: 80% average survivability for Gym

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 123 of 129 analyzed

City-wide average: 76% for Gyms

Most challenging area: North Potomac Yard at 73%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~10.2% more expected revenue in Brightwood Park

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

Opening a Gym in Washington DC? Our 2026 analysis identifies Brightwood Park as the top location with 80% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 81% and the most challenging locations in Brightwood Park at 78%. The worst neighborhoods include North Potomac Yard with 73% 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 Washington DC to Open a Gym?

Brightwood Park ranks #1 of 129 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Washington DC for Gym survivability, with a 80% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	At a good address	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Brightwood Park	80.8%	77.0% to 82.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	78.0% to 79.0%
2	Near Northeast	80.4%	75.0% to 80.0%	80.0% to 82.0%	74.0% to 76.0%
3	Woodley Park	79.9%	76.0% to 81.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	76.0% to 78.0%
4	Manor Park	79.9%	76.0% to 80.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	75.0% to 76.0%
5	Braddock Road Metro	79.5%	76.0% to 81.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	76.0% to 78.0%
6	Southwest Waterfront	79.5%	76.0% to 80.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	73.0% to 75.0%
7	Sixteenth Street Heights	79.5%	75.0% to 80.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	75.0% to 76.0%
8	Trinidad	79.5%	75.0% to 80.0%	79.0% to 80.0%	75.0% to 77.0%
9	Friendship Heights	79.5%	75.0% to 80.0%	79.0% to 80.0%	75.0% to 77.0%
10	Colonial Village	79.5%	75.0% to 80.0%	79.0% to 81.0%	74.0% to 76.0%

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.

Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. See our full methodology →

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Where in or Around Washington DC Would a Gym Make the Most Money?

In Brightwood Park, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~10.2% more than the average location in or around Washington DC.

On the other hand, in North Potomac Yard, the worst possible location could result in making ~9.6% 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 Gym in Washington DC requires careful location choice. Across 129 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Gym is 76% 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 Gym in or Around Washington DC?

When selecting a location for a Gym in or around Washington DC, 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. We incorporate data from thousands of neighborhoods and hundreds of thousands of individual businesses. 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

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

Where in or Around Washington DC Should I Start a Gym?

StreetSpring identifies the strongest markets as Brightwood Park, Near Northeast, and Woodley Park, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be North Potomac Yard, The Palisades, and Woodmont. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. 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 Washington DC to Open a Gym?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Gym in Washington DC is Brightwood Park with 80% average survivability, followed by Near Northeast and Woodley Park. 123 of 129 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

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

Can a Gym Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Washington DC?

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. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Gym Rankings in Washington DC 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 Washington DC.

Is a Gym a Good Tenant for Washington DC Landlords?

In Brightwood Park, StreetSpring forecasts a 77.0% to 82.0% average chance for a new Gym to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Gym in Washington DC

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Brightwood Park, a Gym tenant averages 77.0% to 82.0% chance of lasting more than 2 years: the strongest outlook in Washington DC. Near Northeast follows at 75.0% to 80.0%, while Woodley Park shows 76.0% to 81.0%. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

StreetSpring generates location-specific predictions tailored to your exact site.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Washington DC: See how Gym compares to all other business types in Washington DC
Best Cities to Open a Gym in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Gym
Business Survivability in Brightwood Park, Washington DC: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Near Northeast, Washington DC: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Woodley Park, Washington DC: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Washington DC

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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