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Top UX Designers in Cleveland

Cleveland’s tech scene is more than rocket science—though NASA Glenn Research Center sits just outside downtown. From healthcare giants at the Cleveland Clinic to fintech disruptors in the Flats, organizations here know that thoughtful user experience (UX) is key to customer loyalty.

Clutch makes it easy to find a trusted design partner by verifying client reviews, project portfolios, and industry expertise. Use our filters to sort Cleveland-area studios by price, team size, or specialization so you only see agencies that fit your brief.

Ready to compare options? Start with the full marketplace of Top UX Design Companies, or explore nearby hubs like Columbus and Detroit for even more talent.

Ratings Updated: December 5, 2025
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Cleveland UX Designer FAQs

Partnering with a local team offers on-site workshops, quicker feedback loops, and firsthand knowledge of Northeast Ohio audiences. Whether you’re designing patient portals for University Hospitals or an e-commerce platform for the West Side Market, Cleveland firms understand the region’s mix of legacy manufacturing and cutting-edge biotech. Their proximity also streamlines user testing with real customers in the same time zone.

Most Clutch-listed Cleveland agencies quote $90 – $160 per hour for their expertise. For a full product discovery, wireframes, and interactive prototypes, midsize Cleveland studios typically charge $25,000 – $75,000.

Smaller usability audits or design sprints can land in the $8,000 – $15,000 range. Prices are generally 10–20% lower than New York or San Francisco while maintaining North American quality standards.

Cleveland is home to diverse brands and businesses that make up its thriving economy. Dedicated UX designers partner with clients from markets like:

• Healthcare and med-tech
• Manufacturing and IIoT
• Financial services and insurance
• Higher education (Case Western Reserve, Cleveland State)
• Civic and nonprofit organizations
• Sports and entertainment (think Guardians, Cavaliers fan apps)

  1. Define your project’s specific goals and requirements—i.e., usability audit, end-to-end product design, or staff augmentation.
  2. Review verified Clutch profiles for relevant case studies and client ratings in your sector.
  3. Ask about their research methods—do they conduct in-person testing at local coworking spaces like StartMart?
  4. Confirm their toolsets (Figma, Miro, Jira) and collaboration cadence.
  5. Request past client references, budget transparency, and clear KPIs.

Preparing a list of deal-breakers and priorities before you start searching can help you navigate the market. Clutch gathered data-driven resources and filters to help you streamline your search.

• Guarantees of “pixel-perfect” design without user research
• One-size-fits-all proposals that ignore industry regulations (HIPAA, FINRA)
• No local presence or ability to run on-site stakeholder workshops
• Overemphasis on visuals with little discussion of information architecture or accessibility
• Vague timelines and deliverables buried in jargon

To get the best value for your investment, make sure you're partnered with a trustworthy and highly-skilled team. Keep a close eye out for these warning signs and avoid them right away.

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