Startup Reality Check: Failure Rates Founders Should Know

Concise stats founders can cite when planning reliability, support, and runway.

Around 90% of startups ultimately fail; only 1 in 10 survive long‑term.

Source: Exploding Topics, Embroker • Full link • Also

About 10% fail in year one, ~70% fail between years 2–5.

Source: Embroker, DemandSage • Full link • Also

Within ten years, only one‑third of startups remain operational.

Source: The Guardian • Full link

Briefings forFounders & Eng Leaders