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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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 93 projectsGoji Labs is a UX/UI design and development company renowned for its strategic, user-centered design approach. The majority of reviews highlight their strong project management skills and collaborative communication, with 90% emphasizing their ability to combine technical expertise with a personal touch. Although some mention budgetary and communication improvements, the overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive, showcasing their impactful and tailored digital interface solutions.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 39 projectsOrizon Design is a UX/UI agency specializing in User Experience and User Interface Design for digital platforms. The company consistently receives high praise for its ability to transform concepts into functional, high-quality designs, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and project management skills. Client feedback often emphasizes Orizon's commitment to UX excellence and creativity, while no significant areas for improvement were noted.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 29 projectsFuzzy Math is a UX/UI design agency known for its expertise in user experience and user interface design. With a 100% positive review rate, clients consistently praise their project management skills, design quality, and collaborative approach. Approximately 70% of reviewers highlight their ability to enhance complex workflows through user-centered design, and about 80% commend their adaptability and communication. Fuzzy Math excels in delivering scalable and innovative digital interface solutions tailored to diverse industry needs.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 9 projectsTVM Engineering Services is a versatile digital interface design company specializing in UX/UI design, with expertise in developing user-centered solutions across various industries. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with approximately 100% of reviewers highlighting their efficient project management, precise communication, and excellent integration into client teams. Clients frequently commend their ability to deliver intuitive, high-performance digital solutions that improve user experience and business outcomes.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Web design agency Syfie Design Studio is based in New York, New York. The team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Launched in 2015, BreakThruWeb is a custom software development company. The team offers Custom Software Development and Web Design.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 147 projectsLeague Design Agency is a distinguished UX/UI design firm known for delivering comprehensive user-centered design solutions. The agency's reviews consistently highlight their exceptional project management skills, with 100% of clients praising their timely delivery and responsiveness. Clients particularly appreciate their attention to detail and ability to exceed expectations, as noted by 90% of reviewers. The agency stands out for its innovative, tailored digital interface designs that significantly enhance user experience and engagement.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 25 projectsSinglemind is a user experience and interface design company that provides comprehensive digital solutions, including UX/UI design, app development, and user-centered design strategies. Reviews indicate a strong 100% positive feedback, emphasizing their effective project management, collaborative approach, and flexibility. Approximately 67% of reviewers highlight their ability to deliver projects on time and within budget, reflecting their commitment to excellence and cost-effectiveness.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Launched in 2022, Top Five Designer is a midsize web design agency. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 2014, Innovatemap is an user experience agency. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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ZS Associates is an user experience design company. The agency is based in Chicago, Illinois and New York, New York. Their services include UX/UI Design and cloud consulting & SI.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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OLIVER, an UX company, was launched in 2004. Headquartered in London, England and New York, New York, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Yacaré, an user experience company, specializes in UX/UI Design and Product Design. The firm is based in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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$75,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsLab is a comprehensive UX/UI design and development firm, adept at integrating design and development processes seamlessly. Clients praise their ability to handle both aspects, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their dual expertise as a significant advantage. While one reviewer suggested room for improved communication, overall satisfaction remains high, with 90% of feedback being positive, emphasizing their competent delivery and collaborative approach.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Headquartered in Rosebery, Australia and Brooklyn, New York, Vool.Studio is an UX company. They focus on UX/UI Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Great Neck Plaza, NY
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Liveblack is an UX design company. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Ahmedabad, India and Great Neck Plaza, New York.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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RJP.design is a web design company. They are based in New York, New York. Their team provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Brooklyn, NY
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Established in 2019, Manyone is an user experience agency. The team provides UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in København, Denmark and Aarhus, Denmark.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Nice Digitals is a SEO agency founded in 2009. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Union City, NJ
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M Creative Agency LLC is a Product Design company. They specialize in Product Design and UX/UI Design and are based in Union City, New Jersey.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Clifton, NJ
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New Possibilities Group, LLC is a web development firm. They were founded in 2001 and focus on Web Development and Web Design.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsTakeoff is a digital agency specializing in website redesign, SEO, and conversion rate optimization. The reviews reflect overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting the company's integrated approach to strategy, SEO, and design. Notably, 100% of feedback praises their fractional SEO model and responsiveness, contributing to significant traffic and conversion improvements.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Autopilot Geek, an user experience design agency, was founded in 2016. The small team specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Vista Web Studio is a midsize web design agency established in 2007. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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CMYK, a web design agency, was launched in 2007. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the team specializes in Web Design and Video Production.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsZAMH Technologies LLC specializes in UX/UI Design, providing intuitive user interfaces and seamless user experiences for projects such as driving navigation apps. Their reviews highlight their ability to deliver projects on time, with customer-centric innovation and reliability. However, there is room for improvement in communication documentation and formalized change management processes.
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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3DMations.com is an user experience design company based in New York, New York. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Branding firm Kelton, a Material Company was launched in 2003. The agency offers Branding and Market Research, and is midsize.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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User experience design company Zemoga, Inc was launched in 2001. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy and is in Bogotá, Colombia and New York, New York.
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$250,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Fortress Brand is a New York, New York-based Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2012.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Verbal+Visual is an user experience company. Their small team is headquartered in New York, New York and San Francisco, California. Their services include UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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WL Propel, a small web development firm, is located in New York, New York. Their services include Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsEcom Sharks Offical is an eCommerce solutions provider that offers services for online sellers across platforms including Amazon, Shopify, TikTok Shop, and Walmart Marketplace. The company provides
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsBring your story to life with Hamford Publishing. We offer expert ghostwriting, editing, publishing, cover design, printing, and book marketing services to help authors succeed.
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See all 1 projectsApp Pulse is a full-service digital agency dedicated to crafting innovative, high-performance mobile applications. Our expertise spans UX/UI design, mobile app development, wireframing, prototyping,
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Located in New York, New York, The Apps Pro is a midsize UX agency. The team offers UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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Under Creativity is a web design agency. Their team is headquartered in New York, New York and offers Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Website Development Company, a web design company, was launched in 2022. Headquartered in New York, New York, the team provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsProquantic Software specializes in creating and enhancing websites, offering services tailored to business promotion needs. Client feedback highlights their exceptional communication, professionalism, and the ability to deliver aesthetically pleasing and functional websites on time and within budget. Their honest and considerate approach is consistently praised, making them a reliable choice for digital solutions.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Storetasker is an e-commerce development firm established in 2016. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Custom Software Development.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 5 projectsMilo Mobile is a mobile app development company specializing in Android and iOS applications. Their reviews reflect a strong commitment to quality, with 100% of clients praising their timely delivery and proactive problem-solving approach. Clients frequently commend their seamless integration into existing teams and their impressive technical leadership, highlighting their ability to meet complex project requirements efficiently.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Decklaration is a web design company. The New York, New York-based team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsKonan & Spade is a UX/UI design company specializing in comprehensive digital transformation, including user-centered design, website development, and SEO strategy. The reviews highlight their strategic and creative execution, with 90% of feedback praising their communication, project management, and ability to align deliverables with business goals. Reviewers commend their visionary approach, although some suggest a more aggressive social media strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Launched in 2018, Webzent Technologies is an application development company. Headquartered in Noida, India and New York, New York, the team offers Mobile App Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsFastest Logo specializes in providing rapid, high-quality logo design solutions for businesses and individuals who need a professional brand identity without the wait. Our streamlined process
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 11 projectsAt Next App Inc, we are in the business of making ideas a reality rather than just developing Apps. With more than ten years of experience in digital creation, we are experts in the process of
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Launched in 2010, Multiplayer Studio is a midsize Product Design company located in Brooklyn, New York. Their team provides Product Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Genesis Book Publishing is a graphic design company. The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. Their team specializes in Graphic Design and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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In New York, New York, Boundless Bits is an UX design agency. Their services include UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Mean Stack Development Company in USA - Contriverz is an UX agency. Launched in 2014, their team focuses on UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Located in New York, New York, Ethersofts is a custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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App development company Touchlab was founded in 2011. The team provides Mobile App Development and UX/UI Design and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Diseño de páginas web ny is a SEO services firm in New York, New York. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were launched in 2008.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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Founded in 2014, Prime Pen Publishing is a media planning & buying company. The team offers Media Planning & Buying and Web Design and is based in Brooklyn, New York.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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ANNEX 88, an application development company, was founded in 2010. The firm provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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SEO agency Yasno Tech was founded in 2013. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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List of the Top 15 New York City User Experience (UX) Agencies
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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34.7/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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35.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$100,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Brooklyn, NY
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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36.1/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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28.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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34.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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28.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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28.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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31.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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31.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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32/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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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.