Top UX Designers in New York City
New York City’s digital scene spans Wall Street fintech, Broadway media, and Brooklyn’s booming startup studios—making UX design a mission-critical skill set.
Clutch simplifies the search for trusted UX designers in New York City by collecting in-depth, client-verified reviews and data-driven rankings. Each agency listed here has been evaluated for design expertise, project management, and real-world impact, so you can confidently filter by budget, industry, or client size and connect with teams that match your needs and NYC’s pace.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 61 projectsQubika is a UX/UI design company renowned for its exceptional service and commitment to user-centered design. With a focus on mobile and app development, 100% of reviewers highlight Qubika's professionalism, responsiveness, and quality of work. Clients commend their ability to deliver high-quality, bug-free products on time, with 0% negative feedback across reviews. Their strong company culture and alignment with clients’ objectives make them a preferred choice for UX/UI design projects.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 84 projectsGoji Labs is a versatile UX/UI design and development company known for its comprehensive services, including mobile and web app design, website development, and UX strategy. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their professionalism, technical expertise, and collaborative approach. The company excels in understanding client visions, delivering high-quality products, and maintaining effective communication, making them an ideal partner for projects requiring user-centered design and development.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 94 projectsMomentum Design Lab is a distinguished UX/UI design firm that excels in providing comprehensive user experience and interface design solutions. Reviews highlight their professionalism, efficient project management, and ability to deliver on time and budget, with a 95% adherence to timelines. Clients have praised their user-centered design approach and innovative solutions, while indicating a desire for more competitive pricing. Approximately 80% of reviewers commend their exceptional communication and collaborative process.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 38 projectsOrizon Design is a UX/UI design company specializing in user-centered design services, offering expertise in digital interface design and experience design. Their clients appreciate their professionalism, creativity, and high-quality deliverables. With 100% of reviews mentioning timely delivery and a commitment to UX excellence, Orizon Design consistently meets or exceeds expectations, making them a preferred choice for various digital and branding projects.
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Something Digital is an UX design company. Located in New York, New York and West Palm Beach, Florida, their team offers UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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Launched in 2007, SFCD is a branding firm. The agency focuses on Branding and UX/UI Design, and is small.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 27 projectsFuzzy Math is a UX/UI design company specializing in User Experience and User Interface Design, offering services such as UX Discovery, user research, and design systems. Their reviews reflect overwhelmingly positive feedback, praising their professionalism, communication, and project management, with consistent on-time delivery and alignment with client values. Approximately 90% of reviewers commend their design talent, flexibility, and ability to adapt to client needs, showcasing expertise in User-Centered and Digital Interface Design.
$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 4 projectsModernize Your Business Software | Pilot West Studios specializes in UX/UI Design, focusing on creating tailored digital interfaces. Reviews highlight a 100% positive feedback rate, emphasizing their exceptional project management and communication. Clients appreciate their ability to align technical execution with business goals, showcasing expertise in user-centered design and reliable system performance.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 24 projectsSinglemind is a UX/UI design and development firm known for its strong partnership approach and technical expertise. They consistently deliver high-quality user-centered design solutions, with 100% of reviews praising their responsiveness and ability to meet project timelines and budgets. Clients highlight their cultural fit and comprehensive understanding of user experience design as key strengths.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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Neutrino Advisory, an UX design company, is located in Jersey City, New Jersey and Mumbai, India. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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FYXO is a small New York, New York-based user experience design agency. Their services include UX/UI Design and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Shift Lab is an UX agency. They specialize in UX/UI Design and cloud consulting & SI and are located in New York, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49East Rutherford, NJ
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Neurasol Inc is an UX design company. Their small team is headquartered in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Their team specializes in UX/UI Design and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Forest Hills, NY
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UX design agency DVG Interactive was founded in 2002. The company focuses on UX/UI Design and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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Visual Goodness is a Content Marketing company. The team is in New York, New York, and their services include Content Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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In New York, New York, Opuscule, LLC is an user experience company. Launched in 2006, the team focuses on UX/UI Design and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Edison, NJ
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See all 3 projectsDiaspark is a mobile application development company specializing in cross-platform solutions, particularly for iOS and Android, using frameworks like Appcelerator and Titanium. Reviewers consistently praise their organization, communication, and technical skills, with over 90% of feedback being positive. Clients appreciate their dedicated resources and detailed project management, noting improvements in development efficiency and successful project outcomes.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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KKLD is an app development company. The Berlin, Germany-based firm was founded in 2005. Their services include Mobile App Development and Web Design.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsBased in Manhattan, our studio provides strategic branding, UI design, and Webflow design and development for businesses that want their brand to communicate clearly to (and with) the people who
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Digitrillion is an e-commerce development firm established in 2000. The small team offers E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Konsist is a branding agency established in 2016. In Palm Springs, California and Brooklyn, New York, the team offers Branding and UX/UI Design.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Takeoff is a branding company established in 2018. Headquartered in New York, New York, the team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Franklin Township, NJ
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See all 3 projectsTrackmind is a branding and web development company recognized for its exceptional creative execution and timely delivery. All reviewers provided positive feedback, highlighting the company's alignment with client values, seamless communication, and capability to exceed expectations. A notable 100% of reviews praised their high-quality outcomes and project management efficiency.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Digital Auxilio Technologies is a website development company. Launched in 2019, the team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Edison, NJ
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See all 6 projectsRFS Logo Design is a UX/UI design agency recognized for its comprehensive user-centered design strategy. Feedback highlights a 100% positive sentiment, emphasizing their deep understanding of user behavior and collaborative approach. Reviewers noted a 35% increase in user engagement and a 22% improvement in conversion rates post-redesign, attributing success to their exceptional attention to both aesthetics and functionality.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Team One is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 1987, the team offers Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Edison, NJ
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Founded in 2001, eG Innovations, a midsize IT strategy consulting company, is based in Edison, New Jersey. Their services include IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Small web design agency Beautifuli Digital, is based in Jersey City, New Jersey. The team offers Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Lippincott is a branding company. In New York, New York and San Francisco, California, the agency was established in 1943. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Founded in 1996, SpotCo is a Market Research company. The team provides Market Research and UX/UI Design and is in New York, New York.
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JWT INSIDE is an user experience design company established in 1949. The company offers UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia and Miami, Florida, Tier10 is an Advertising company. Established in 2008, the team offers Advertising and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Hubnest Inc is an user experience agency. Founded in 2013, the agency is based in Toronto, Canada and New York, New York. Their services include UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Westbury, NY
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See all 1 projectsMission Disrupt is a digital marketing company specializing in PPC, Google AdWords, and social media advertising, with a focus on transparency and effective budget management. Reviewers highlight their exceptional communication and responsiveness, with 100% noting improved campaign performance and increased leads. The agency's ability to adapt and implement improvements is also frequently commended.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49White Plains, NY
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See all 2 projectsCreate Neptune is a UX/UI design company specializing in digital interface design and game development. With a focus on user-centered design, they have successfully delivered projects like a freemium math education game and a language-learning app, as highlighted by positive feedback from 100% of reviewers who commend their professional communication and innovative approach.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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First Insights is a Market Research company. Their small team of employees is in New York, New York. Their team offers Market Research and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Swaydesign is a software development firm. The team is located in Brooklyn, New York, and their services include Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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User experience design company BREAKFAST is in Brooklyn, New York. Their services include UX/UI Design and Architectural Design.
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H&H Digital Agency, an user experience design agency, is located in New York, New York. Founded in 2013, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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TechWithU Consulting Services is an user experience design agency. The agency is headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montclair, NJ
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Branding agency Brandsisters is headquartered in Montclair, New Jersey. They focus on Branding and Web Design.
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KitSoftSol is an user experience agency. They are located in New York, New York and have small team. Their team specializes in UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 2 projectsAt our agency, we help businesses succeed in the digital world by combining cultural understanding, empathy, and thorough research with aesthetically driven design. We work with brands to improve
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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WebTitans is a web design company located in Hoboken, New Jersey. They focus on Web Design and Web Development and were founded in 2010.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Holmdel, NJ
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See all 2 projectsUltraviolet agency is a content creation and digital marketing firm specializing in lead generation, SEO, and marketing automation. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their creativity, adaptability, and thorough project management, often highlighting their ability to integrate seamlessly with internal teams and drive significant increases in web traffic and sales through targeted campaigns and strategic content creation.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerRichmond Hill, NY
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ASC Corporation is a video production company. They provide Video Production and Branding and are headquartered in Richmond Hill, New York.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Stranger Creative is a web design company. Founded in 2020, the company provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Rye Brook, NY
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See all 7 projectsJola Interactive is a UX/UI design company specializing in creating integrated and user-centered digital interface designs, particularly using the Magento platform. With approximately 100% positive feedback, clients commend their technical expertise, understanding of complex needs, and responsive project management. Most reviewers were impressed by the company's ability to tailor solutions and maintain open communication throughout project development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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Branding company Formetric offers Branding and UX/UI Design. They are based in New York, New York.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ridgewood, NY
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E-commerce development company Digideo LLC was launched in 2012. The agency provides E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Williston Park, NY
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See all 1 projectsIn the age of AI — architecture, governance, & accountability have never mattered more. We stop bad software decisions before they happen — without bloated dev teams. THE RISK Enterprise
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Mobile application development firm WebINTENSIVE Software was founded in 2001. The team offers Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newark, NJ
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Websignia is a web design agency. Located in Newark, New Jersey, the team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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N6 powered by KRMA is a public relations firm. Launched in 2010, the team offers Public Relations and Digital Strategy. The agency is based in New York, New York.
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Founded in 2013, Analytics Intell is a business intelligence company. The team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and Market Research.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Arcade of Design Studio is a branding firm. In Brooklyn, New York, the company was established in 2009. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerJersey City, NJ
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Launched in 2005, Total Media Studios is an user experience agency. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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List of the Top 15 New York City User Experience (UX) Agencies
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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38.5/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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35.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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33.1/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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39.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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36.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Brooklyn, NY
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32.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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31/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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36.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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33.4/40.016/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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38.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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New York City UX Designer FAQs
NYC-based UX design agencies live and breathe high-stakes product launches. Local designers regularly collaborate with Fortune 500 innovation labs, Madison Avenue marketers, and venture-backed startups—experience that sharpens their ability to translate complex business goals into intuitive digital journeys.
Because many teams work just subway stops from major media outlets and investor networks, they’re adept at rapid feedback cycles and stakeholder presentations. If you need on-site workshops or user testing across diverse demographics, a New York partner provides both proximity and cultural fluency.
Project-based engagements typically start around $25,000 for a focused website or mobile-app redesign. Hourly rates range from $125 – $250, reflecting senior talent, living costs, and agency reputation.
Meanwhile, enterprise-level service providers may propose six-figure budgets that cover discovery, research sprints, interaction design, and iterative usability testing. Startups on tight timelines often negotiate phased scopes—e.g., a two-week design sprint for $15,000—before committing to full product builds.
New York City is home to a diverse pool of brands and businesses that make up its thriving economy. Generally, UX design firms in the city support clients from verticals such as:
• Fintech and banking
• Media, entertainment, and streaming
• E-commerce and retail (fashion, DTC)
• Health tech and biotech
• SaaS and B2B software
• Travel, hospitality, and real estate
• Nonprofit and public sector initiatives
Begin with measurable goals—i.e., higher conversion, reduced churn, stronger accessibility compliance—and shortlist agencies with case studies in similar domains. Review Clutch profiles for client feedback on communication and timeline management; NYC’s fastest-moving markets reward teams that iterate weekly, not monthly.
Schedule chemistry calls to confirm senior designers will stay engaged past kickoff, and ask how they conduct user research in a city with multilingual, multi-device audiences. Finally, validate cultural fit—does the agency’s process sync with your internal dev sprints and stakeholder availability?
- No documented user-research phase or reliance on generic personas
- Overpromising fixed timelines without accounting for stakeholder reviews
- Limited accessibility or WCAG compliance expertise
- Sparse portfolio evidence beyond visual mockups (lack of usability metrics)
- High staff turnover with juniors replacing promised senior leads
- One-size-fits-all pricing that ignores project complexity
Never ignore red flags; while some will feel inconsequential at first, they can lead to headaches and setbacks down the line.