The Startup Ecosystem of Ecuador
Ecuador has 2 cities in the top 1000 and is one of South America’s best countries for setting up a startup.
COUNTRY RANKING
Since 2022, Ecuador lost 1 spot in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 87th worldwide.
Population
Million
Regional Ranking
In South America
Global Ranking
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Ecuador
Global Rank
Ecuador is ranked within the top 100 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Ecuador’s startup scene is best represented in Fintech, Software and Data, and in and Education.
Top Cities for Startups in Ecuador - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 460th - 61 | 0.871 | 00.00 | 00.00 | 00.00 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Ecuador
Startups
Successful Fintech startups in Ecuador
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 5 startups for Fintech.
In South America, Ecuador's Software and Data is in top 82. Ecuador has a concentration of about 5 of the region's total Software and Data startups that are represented on our map.
Our database contains 3 for Education in Ecuador.
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