The Startup Ecosystem of Zagreb
Zagreb has 77 startups in our sample database which represents about 52% of Croatia’s sampled startups. Zagreb is the highest-ranked startup ecosystem in Croatia.
CITY RANKING
While Zagreb decreased by 5 spot in its global rank in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index of 2023, its ranking in Croatia remained stable at 1 nationally since 2022.
National Ranking
In Croatia
Regional Ranking
In Eastern Europe
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Zagreb
Global Rank
Zagreb is ranked within the top 200 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Zagreb’s startups excel particularly in Software and Data where it ranks 118 and in Marketing & Sales, and Social & Leisure. Find out more
Top Cities for Startups in Croatia - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2023 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 199th - 7 | 2.969 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
2nd 0 | 439th + 11 | 0.700 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
3rd 0 | 615th - 12 | 0.339 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
4th + 1 | 852nd new | 0.172 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 | |
5th - 1 | 864th new | 0.166 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Zagreb
Startups
Successful Software and Data startups in Zagreb
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 31 startups for Software and Data.
The Marketing & Sales industry in Zagreb is ranked 147 globally. There are 12 startups for Marketing & Sales on our sample database and map.
Social & Leisure is ranked 148th in the world. Our database contains 8 startups for this industry.
ECOSYSTEM
Why should you join Zagreb's Startup Ecosystem?
Overview
Within Zagreb there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Software and Data, Marketing & Sales, Social & Leisure. These three industries represent about 66% of the startups represented on the Startup Ecosystem Map of Zagreb.
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National Rank
16th
Regional Rank
Overview
Zagreb is Croatia's 1st best startup ecosystem and is ranked 16th in Eastern Europe. With a population of 0.5M - 1M people, Zagreb is ranked 199th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including OptimoRoute.
ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Zagreb
Accelerators
Invento
Coworking Spaces
Regus - Zagreb, Savska
Regus - Zagreb City Centre
Spaces - Zagreb, Matrix
Organizations
Zagreb Innovation Centre
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