07/20/2025
Top 11 Businesses with the Highest Success Rates in 2025
1. Laundromats – 95%
2. Self-Storage Facilities – 92%
3. Funeral Homes – 90%
4. Senior Care Services – 88%
5. Real Estate Rentals – 85%
6. Grocery Stores / Essential Retail – 80%
7. Accounting & Bookkeeping Services – 85%
8. IT Support / Tech Services – 82%
9. Essential Home Services (Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical) – 87%
10. Vending Machine Businesses – 82%
11. Auto Repair Shops – 80%
These businesses perform well because they cater to essentials, emergencies, or convenience, the kinds of services people consistently rely on regardless of the economy.
Note: Success rates are based on estimated 5-year survival data from sources like the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and industry research reports.