The Startup Ecosystem of Columbia
Columbia has 40 startups in our sample database.
CITY RANKING
Since 2023, Columbia lost 68 spots in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 192nd worldwide.
National Ranking
In United States
Regional Ranking
In North America
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Columbia
Global Rank
Columbia is ranked within the top 200 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Columbia’s startups excel particularly in Foodtech where it ranks 70 and in Software and Data, and Ecommerce & Retail. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in United States - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 1st 0 | 546.427 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 2nd 0 | 223.407 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 4th 0 | 116.943 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 5th 0 | 103.337 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th 0 | 12th - 1 | 48.190 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th 0 | 15th - 1 | 38.352 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
7th 0 | 18th + 1 | 34.200 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
8th 0 | 21st - 1 | 33.444 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
9th 0 | 22nd - 1 | 33.148 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
10th 0 | 26th 0 | 29.255 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Columbia
Startups
Successful Foodtech startups in Columbia
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 10 startups for Foodtech.
The Software and Data industry in Columbia is ranked 137 globally. There are 6 startups for Software and Data on our sample database and map.
Ecommerce & Retail is ranked 144th in the world. Our database contains 6 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Columbia's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Columbia there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Foodtech, Software and Data, Ecommerce & Retail. These three industries represent about 55% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Columbia.
58th
National Rank
67th
Regional Rank
Overview
Columbia is The United States' 58th best startup ecosystem and is ranked 67th in North America. With a population of 0.5M - 1M people, Columbia is ranked 192nd in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Merkle.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Columbia
Accelerators
DataTribe: Cyber Startup Foundry
Maryland Innovation Center
Coworking Spaces
Regus - Maryland, Columbia - Columbia Town Center
Regus - Maryland, Columbia - Gateway
Regus - Missouri, Columbia - Columbia Center on Stadium.
Organizations
TEDCO (Maryland Technology Development Corporation)
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