The Startup Ecosystem of Copenhagen
Copenhagen has 370 startups in our sample database which represents about 66% of Denmark’s sampled startups. Copenhagen is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Denmark.
CITY RANKING
While Copenhagen decreased by 4 spot in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2023, its ranking in Denmark remained stable at 1 nationally since 2022.
National Ranking
In Denmark
Regional Ranking
In Western Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Copenhagen
Global Rank
Copenhagen is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Copenhagen’s startups excel particularly in Fintech where it ranks 35 and in Hardware & IoT, and Education. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Denmark - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 57th - 4 | 11.574 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 151st + 62 | 4.301 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 419th - 33 | 0.757 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 566th - 50 | 0.392 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th 0 | 834th - 270 | 0.181 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Copenhagen
Startups
Successful Fintech startups in Copenhagen
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 132 startups for Fintech.
The Hardware & IoT industry in Copenhagen is ranked 42 globally. There are 35 startups for Hardware & IoT on our sample database and map.
Education is ranked 46th in the world. Our database contains 33 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Copenhagen's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Copenhagen there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Fintech, Hardware & IoT, Education. These three industries represent about 54% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Copenhagen.
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National Rank
11th
Regional Rank
Overview
Copenhagen is Denmark's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 11th in Western Europe. With a population of 1M - 2M people, Copenhagen is ranked 57th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Veo.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Copenhagen
Accelerators
Accelerace
ITU Startup Programme
Muellners Foundation
Coworking Spaces
Regus - Copenhagen, Raadhuspladsen
Regus - Copenhagen, Strandvejen
Spaces - Copenhagen, Spaces Ny Carlsberg Vej
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