The Startup Ecosystem of Galway
Galway has 40 startups in our sample database which represents about 7% of Ireland’s sampled startups. Galway is the 3rd best startup ecosystem in Ireland.
CITY RANKING
While Galway decreased by 17 spot in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2023, its ranking in Ireland remained stable at 3 nationally since 2022.
National Ranking
In Ireland
Regional Ranking
In Western Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Galway
Global Rank
Galway is ranked within the top 400 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Galway’s startups excel particularly in Health where it ranks 133 and in Fintech, and Software and Data. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Ireland - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 51st - 5 | 12.930 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 275th + 22 | 1.613 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 315th - 17 | 1.220 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 352nd + 47 | 1.000 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th new | 416th new | 0.760 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th + 3 | 800th new | 0.199 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
7th - 1 | 941st - 10 | 0.136 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
8th - 3 | 960th - 94 | 0.128 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Galway
Startups
Successful Health startups in Galway
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 14 startups for Health.
The Fintech industry in Galway is ranked 265 globally. There are 11 startups for Fintech on our sample database and map.
Software and Data is ranked 284th in the world. Our database contains 3 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Galway's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Galway there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Health, Fintech, Software and Data. These three industries represent about 70% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Galway.
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National Rank
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Regional Rank
Overview
Galway is Ireland's 3rd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 100th in Western Europe. With a population of <0.1M people, Galway is ranked th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Spotlight Oral Care.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Galway
Organizations
Donncha Hughes, Business Advisor
Galway Startup Businesses Meetup
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