The Startup Ecosystem of Sofia
Sofia has 236 startups in our sample database which represents about 93% of Bulgaria’s sampled startups. Sofia is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Bulgaria.
CITY RANKING
In 2023, the startup scene of Sofia shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 4 spots.
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In Bulgaria
Regional Ranking
In Eastern Europe
Global Ranking
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The Startup Ecosystem in Sofia
Global Rank
Sofia is ranked within the top 150 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Sofia’s startups excel particularly in Marketing & Sales where it ranks 66 and in Transportation, and Social & Leisure. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Bulgaria - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 119th + 4 | 5.859 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 654th - 10 | 0.306 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Sofia
Startups
Successful Marketing & Sales startups in Sofia
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 98 startups for Marketing & Sales.
The Transportation industry in Sofia is ranked 69 globally. There are 32 startups for Transportation on our sample database and map.
Social & Leisure is ranked 70th in the world. Our database contains 27 startups for this industry.
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Overview
Within Sofia there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Marketing & Sales, Transportation, Social & Leisure. These three industries represent about 67% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Sofia.
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Overview
Sofia is Bulgaria's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 9th in Eastern Europe. With a population of 1M - 2M people, Sofia is ranked 119th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Gtmhub.
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Startup Infrastructure in Sofia
Accelerators
LaunchHub Ventures
National Incubation Center Karachi
Startup Sofia Accelerator
Coworking Spaces
Regus - Sofia City West
Regus - Sofia, Airport
Regus - Sofia, Parliament
Organizations
DEV BG
Sofia Tech Park
Sofia Investment Agency - Invest Sofia
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