Best Cities to Start a
Liquor store Business
Data-driven rankings based on market demand, competition quality, and digital presence gaps across the United States.
5
Redford Township, MI
20 Liquor store businesses
39
Score
4.2
Avg Rating
90%
No Website
2,170
Reviews
12
Grand Rapids, MI
54 Liquor store businesses
36
Score
4.2
Avg Rating
72%
No Website
6,756
Reviews
13
Spartanburg, SC
21 Liquor store businesses
36
Score
4.4
Avg Rating
81%
No Website
1,182
Reviews
18
Washington, DC
114 Liquor store businesses
33
Score
4.3
Avg Rating
46%
No Website
11,305
Reviews
19
Oklahoma City, OK
33 Liquor store businesses
33
Score
4.5
Avg Rating
67%
No Website
5,693
Reviews
20
Los Angeles, CA
55 Liquor store businesses
32
Score
4.2
Avg Rating
60%
No Website
4,764
Reviews
Methodology
We analyzed data from 27 US cities with at least 20 Liquor store businesses to determine the best locations for entrepreneurs. Each city was scored on three key factors:
40% Weight
Market Demand
Total number of existing businesses - higher counts indicate proven demand.
30% Weight
Competition Quality
Average business rating - lower ratings suggest room for better operators.
30% Weight
Digital Gap
Percentage without websites - higher percentages signal untapped opportunity.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you rank the best cities for Liquor store businesses?
We use a weighted opportunity score based on market demand, local competition quality, and the share of businesses lacking a website.
Why does percentage without website matter?
A high percentage of businesses without websites often indicates a weaker digital market, which can be an opportunity for a better-run operator.
How often is this data updated?
The underlying data is refreshed regularly, and this page revalidates daily.