The Startup Ecosystem of El Salvador

El Salvador has 1 city in the top 1000 and is one of Central America’s best countries for setting up a startup.

COUNTRY RANKING

Since 2023, El Salvador lost 1 spot in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 105th worldwide.

Population

6.6
Million

Regional Ranking

5th
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1
In Central America

Global Ranking

105th
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1
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in El Salvador

In 2023, El Salvador register a rise in Software and Data startups. Some of the most notable success stories in this industry are those of , Hugo App.

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Top Industries

El Salvador’s startup scene is best represented in Software and Data, Fintech, and in and Foodtech.

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Startups

Notable Startups in El Salvador
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Hugo App
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Apoyo Integral
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Rocosoft

Startups

Successful Software and Data startups in El Salvador
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Rocosoft

Startups

Startups Ranking by Industry

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Software and Data
3 startups

On our map, you can explore a total of 3 startups for Software and Data.

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Fintech
2 startups

El Salvador has 2 startups in Fintech on our map.

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Foodtech
1 startups

Our database contains 1 for Foodtech in El Salvador.

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