The Startup Ecosystem of Wilmington
Wilmington has 169 startups in our sample database.
CITY RANKING
Since 2023, Wilmington lost 14 spots in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 93rd worldwide.
National Ranking
In United States
Regional Ranking
In North America
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Wilmington
Global Rank
Wilmington is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Wilmington’s startups excel particularly in Hardware & IoT where it ranks 37 and in Fintech, and Social & Leisure. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in United States - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 1st 0 | 546.427 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 2nd 0 | 223.407 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 4th 0 | 116.943 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th 0 | 5th 0 | 103.337 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th 0 | 12th - 1 | 48.190 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
6th 0 | 15th - 1 | 38.352 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
7th 0 | 18th + 1 | 34.200 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
8th 0 | 21st - 1 | 33.444 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
9th 0 | 22nd - 1 | 33.148 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
10th 0 | 26th 0 | 29.255 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Wilmington
Startups
Successful Hardware & IoT startups in Wilmington
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 41 startups for Hardware & IoT.
The Fintech industry in Wilmington is ranked 69 globally. There are 15 startups for Fintech on our sample database and map.
Social & Leisure is ranked 72nd in the world. Our database contains 14 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Wilmington's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Wilmington there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Hardware & IoT, Fintech, Social & Leisure. These three industries represent about 41% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Wilmington.
32nd
National Rank
37th
Regional Rank
Overview
Wilmington is The United States' 32nd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 37th in North America. With a population of 0.1M - 0.5M people, Wilmington is ranked 93rd in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including Appcard.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Wilmington
Accelerators
Upekkha Value SaaS Accelerator
Coworking Spaces
UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Regus - Pennsylvania, Chadds Ford - Gateway Corporate
Regus - Delaware, Wilmington - Downtown
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