The Startup Ecosystem of Gwangju
Gwangju boasts 2 startups in our sample database.
CITY RANKING
Since 2022, Gwangju lost 225 spots in the Global Startup Ecosystem Index, having now positioned itself as 980th worldwide.
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In South Korea
Regional Ranking
In East Asia
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The Startup Ecosystem in Gwangju
Global Rank
Gwangju is ranked within the top 1000 startup ecosystems globally.
Top Industries
Gwangju's startups overperform in Transportation,Social & Leisure,, all ranking within the global top 50.
Top Cities for Startups in South Korea - Ranked by StartupBlink
| 2022 National Rank & Change | City | Global Rank & Change | Total Score | Quantity Score | Quality Score | Business Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st 0 | 25th - 2 | 30.111 | 3.30 | 23.57 | 3.25 | |
2nd 0 | 207th - 45 | 3.906 | 0.06 | 0.86 | 2.99 | |
3rd 0 | 421st + 136 | 1.099 | 0.05 | 0.21 | 0.84 | |
4th + 1 | 794th + 46 | 0.276 | 0.03 | 0.04 | 0.21 | |
5th - 1 | 980th - 225 | 0.167 | 0.01 | 0.03 | 0.13 |
Startups
Notable Startups in Gwangju
Startups
Successful Transportation startups in Gwangju
Startups
Startups Ranking by Industry
On our map, you can explore a total of 1 startups for Transportation.
Gwangju boasts 1 startup in Social & Leisure on our map.
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