The Startup Ecosystem of Seoul
Seoul has 586 startups in our sample database which represents about 91% of South Korea’s sampled startups. Seoul is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in South Korea.
CITY RANKING
In 2023, the startup scene of Seoul shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 1 spot.
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In South Korea
Regional Ranking
In East Asia
Global Ranking
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The Startup Ecosystem in Seoul
Global Rank
Seoul is ranked within the top 30 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Seoul’s startups excel particularly in Social & Leisure where it ranks 13 and in Hardware & IoT, and Ecommerce & Retail. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in South Korea - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 24th + 1 | 31.081 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd + 2 | 406th + 388 | 0.786 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd - 1 | 444th - 237 | 0.674 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th - 1 | 498th - 77 | 0.501 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Seoul
Startups
Successful Social & Leisure startups in Seoul
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 169 startups for Social & Leisure.
The Hardware & IoT industry in Seoul is ranked 15 globally. There are 80 startups for Hardware & IoT on our sample database and map.
Ecommerce & Retail is ranked 18th in the world. Our database contains 75 startups for this industry.
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Why should you join Seoul's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Seoul there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Social & Leisure, Hardware & IoT, Ecommerce & Retail. These three industries represent about 55% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Seoul.
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Overview
Seoul is South Korea's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 5th in East Asia. With a population of undefined, Seoul is ranked th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including OP.GG and its startup ecosystem infrastructure is strengthened by organizations such as Samsung and Seolleung.
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