The Startup Ecosystem of Izmir
Izmir has 31 startups in our sample database which represents about 6% of Turkey’s sampled startups. Izmir is the 3rd best startup ecosystem in Turkey.
CITY RANKING
While Izmir decreased by 32 spot in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2023, its ranking in Turkey remained stable at 3 nationally since 2022.
National Ranking
In Turkey
Regional Ranking
In Eastern Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Izmir
Global Rank
Izmir is ranked within the top 500 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Izmir’s startups excel particularly in Energy & Environment where it ranks 166 and in Hardware & IoT, and Software and Data. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Turkey - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 53rd + 13 | 12.319 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 276th + 4 | 1.604 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 441st - 32 | 0.681 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 648th + 169 | 0.310 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Izmir
Startups
Successful Energy & Environment startups in Izmir
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 13 startups for Energy & Environment.
The Hardware & IoT industry in Izmir is ranked 257 globally. There are 7 startups for Hardware & IoT on our sample database and map.
Software and Data is ranked 376th in the world. Our database contains 5 startups for this industry.
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Why should you join Izmir's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Izmir there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Energy & Environment, Hardware & IoT, Software and Data. These three industries represent about 81% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Izmir.
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National Rank
33rd
Regional Rank
Overview
Izmir is Turkey's 3rd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 33rd in Eastern Europe. With a population of 5M - 10M people, Izmir is ranked th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Glocalzone.
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Startup Infrastructure in Izmir
Coworking Spaces
Regus - Izmir, Bayrakli - Folkart Towers
Organizations
The Entrepreneurship Center İzmir
İzmir Development Agency
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