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Los Angeles startup ecosystem
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Los Angeles, often known as Silicon Beach, is a vibrant and rapidly growing startup and venture capital ecosystem. It's the third-largest tech hub in the United States, trailing only San Francisco and New York. According to a report by Built In LA, the city's tech firms raised a combined total of over $7 billion in 2018.
Some of the city's most successful startups include Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, which was founded in Venice, Los Angeles, in 2011. Snap Inc. went public in 2017, with an initial valuation of $28 billion. Another notable company is Dollar Shave Club, a subscription razor service, which was acquired by Unilever for $1 billion in 2016.
The city is also home to a number of venture capital (VC) firms that invest in local and global startups. Notable ones include Upfront Ventures, which has provided funding for companies such as Ring, a smart doorbell company that was acquired by Amazon for over $1 billion.
On top of that, Los Angeles is increasingly being recognized as a center for diversity in the tech industry. Built In LA reports that 31% of the city's entrepreneurs are females and 26% are people of color.
In efforts to promote and grow its tech scene, the city hosts an annual LA Tech Week, which brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and tech enthusiasts from around the world for a variety of events and presentations.
Peculiar to the city's tech scene is the influence of the entertainment industry. Many startups, such as virtual reality firm Spaces Inc., have forged partnerships with major studios. This aligns with the tendency of Los Angeles-based startups to focus on the intersection of technology and media.
This month
On in Los Angeles this month
31 startup events in the next 30 days, 10 this week, 25 free. The city as a calendar, with the hosts and venues that keep it full.
Today, Saturday, Oct 31
Founders Running Club :: LA
Founders Running Club · Primo Passo Coffee CoFreeTomorrow, Sunday, Nov 1
Women in STEM Comedy
Cassidy McDonnell · Lyric Hyperion Theater & CafeFreeMonday, Nov 2
Suno: Inside The Music of Tomorrow
Kayla HarrisFreeWednesday, Nov 4
Golden Hour 009: Confidently Wrong
Tess Fenn · Product.aiFreeThe LA Grind: Game Night
Justin GordonRegular hostsJustin Gordon · 4Carolyn Korch · 2Lisa McCarthy · 2KindsDinners · 5Pitch nights · 2Meetups · 2
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Los Angeles ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Listed as | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2026 | Los Angeles Area | #4 | No change | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) | GSER 2026 | Los Angeles | =6 | Up 1 | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent, Innovation |
 Global Cities Index (Kearney) | 2025 | Los Angeles | #9 | Down 3 | B | Competitiveness, Performance, Talent, Business Climate |
 Global Cities Index (Oxford Economics) | 2026 | Los Angeles | #12 | Down 5 | B | Performance, Growth, Talent, Competitiveness, Business Climate |
 Global Innovation Index: Innovation Cluster Ranking (formerly Science and Technology Clusters) | 2026 | Los Angeles | #12 | Down 2 | B | Innovation, Research, Activity |
 Global Financial Centres Index | GFCI 40 | Los Angeles | #14 | Down 2 | B | Finance, Competitiveness, Business Climate |
732 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Los Angeles
Investors 560
Investor
InvestorInvesting in consumer businesses that shape culture.
InvestorQuality-focused investment management since 1984.
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Venture studios 86
Venture studioEmpowering founders to transform ideas into successful companies.
Venture studioEmpowering early-stage technology startups.
Venture studioBuilding inclusive fintech solutions for underserved communities.
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Accelerators 46
AcceleratorLarta Institute is a nonprofit innovation accelerator based in Los Angeles, California, focused on supporting science and technology startups. It…
AcceleratorMedTech Innovator is a nonprofit organization that operates a global competition and accelerator program for early- to mid-stage companies in the…
AcceleratorNSTXL (National Security Technology Accelerator) is an accelerator based in the United States that focuses on transforming government innovation…
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Incubators 40
IncubatorAccelerating clean technology innovation.
IncubatorInnovative products and services for a connected world.
IncubatorSupporting independent production companies.
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Universities in Los Angeles
UniversityListed in 9 rankings
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Raising in Los Angeles
Investors based here, and the programs that take teams at your stage.
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Campuses and communities are where teams form before anyone funds them.
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What the sources say about Los Angeles
LACI's interest form collects company location, cleantech sector, and program choice.
Source: LACI Interest FormLACI says qualifying cohort members may apply to its funds in the stated check-size range.
Source: Startup ProgramsLACI's stated requirements include SoCal expansion plans, a full-time employee, a prototype, and U.S. base.
Source: Startup ProgramsLACI describes Cohort 13 as pre-seed/seed cleantech incubation centered on pilots and follow-on readiness.
Source: Startup ProgramsLACI describes its annual cleantech startup portfolio as spanning three sectors and Greater LA and beyond.
Source: StartupsThe City BRU is a question route for businesses within City limits seeking help on local requirements and incentives.
Source: Business Growth & Support Programs
Questions about Los Angeles
How does Los Angeles rank as a startup ecosystem?
Los Angeles is #4 of 1,556 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2026). It appears in 6 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Los Angeles?
560 investors based in Los Angeles have a profile here, including VentureStarters.com, TCG and Kayne Anderson Rudnick. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Los Angeles?
Yes. Los Angeles has 46 accelerators, 40 incubators and 86 venture studios on record, including Larta Institute, Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) and Persist Ventures.
Which universities are in Los Angeles?
One university has a profile: University of Southern California.
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