Top Graphic Designers in the United States
Great design turns ideas into memorable experiences—from polished brand identities to eye-catching marketing collateral and user-friendly digital interfaces. The United States is home to a deep pool of creative talent, anchored by world-class art schools, thriving startup hubs, and Fortune 500 headquarters in cities like New York, Los Angeles, Austin, and Chicago.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 106 projectsDD.NYC® is a digital design agency specializing in Creative Design and Branding. Their reviews reveal a mixed reception, with approximately 70% of clients praising their expertise in creating high-quality, aesthetically compelling digital designs and Visual Design solutions. However, around 30% express dissatisfaction, notably in project management and communication, emphasizing the importance of due diligence before engagement.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 60 projectsDuck.Design is a graphic design company specializing in Creative Graphic Design, Branding, and Digital Designs. Reviews highlight their consistent delivery of high-quality, professional design services, with over 90% of reviewers praising their reliability, fast turnaround, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their ability to adapt to shifting priorities and articulate design decisions, making them a dependable partner in diverse design projects.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 64 projectsCUT THRU Branding Agency is a distinguished company specializing in comprehensive graphic design services and branding solutions. With 100% positive feedback, clients consistently commend their effective project management, timely delivery, and exceptional ability to align with company values and vision. Over 80% of reviewers highlight their creative design expertise and enthusiastic approach to integrating branding strategies, making them a top choice for businesses seeking innovative and impactful visual design solutions.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Cerritos, CA
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The Logo Architect is a graphic design agency. They were established in 2009, and their services include Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Katy, TX
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Headquartered in Katy, Texas, Vital Sign Solutions is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 141 projectsLeague Design Agency is a creative design firm specializing in graphic design services, including artistic design, branding, and visual design. Reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, with clients consistently praising their exceptional project management, professionalism, and unique, visually appealing designs. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their effective communication and timely delivery of projects.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Murray, UT
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Social media marketing firm Prime Presence was established in 2020. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is in Murray, Utah.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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360 website studios is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2015, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Oronoco, MN
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See all 1 projectsProactiveCommerce offers comprehensive design services, including updating website functionality and creating new graphic designs. Clients consistently praise their ability to meet deadlines and respond swiftly to needs, although communication could be improved. Their commitment to Artistic Design and Visual Design makes them a strong choice for businesses seeking creative design solutions.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Davis, CA
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Nobox Idea is a social media marketing firm. In Davis, California, the agency offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Richmond, VA
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Swift Sway Marketing is a social media marketing agency. They are located in Richmond, Virginia and have small team. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Digiax Studio is a branding agency. Their team is located in Miami, Florida. The agency specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Garland, TX
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Meta IT Services is a social media marketing agency. In Garland, Texas, the firm provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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In Charlotte, North Carolina and Charlotte, North Carolina, Espanglish Marketing is a branding company. The team offers Branding and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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See all 1 projectsSERP Giant isn’t just a digital marketing agency; we are your strategic partner in achieving exceptional online growth. 🤝 As a leader in tech-enabled digital marketing solutions, we combine our
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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Small SEO services firm Med Lead Marketing, is based in Hoboken, New Jersey. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Miami Beach, FL
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In Miami Beach, Florida, Elite UI is a small Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hurst, TX
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EcomDigiMark, a social media marketing firm, focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2022.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Launched in 2021, Ecom Lancerz, a small branding agency, is based in Austin, Texas. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbus, OH
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Way Ski is a SEO company. Founded in 2020, their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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Founded in 2024, Ecom Store Builders is a social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mico, TX
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VOZO Animation is a graphic design company. Based in Mico, Texas, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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The Grounded Company, a graphic design agency, is in Salt Lake City, Utah. They specialize in Graphic Design and Logo and were founded in 2021.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Raymore, MO
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See all 1 projectsBlue Door Marketing offers comprehensive website development and social media management services. Clients have praised the company for its responsiveness, timely project delivery, and collaborative approach. Blue Door Marketing is noted for its personalized service, ensuring direct interactions with the owner and delivering high-quality results that elevate social media engagement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington, DC
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DCR L.L.C. Is an Advertising company. The Washington, District of Columbia-based agency was launched in 2021. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Maitland, FL
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See all 1 projectsLikeButter Digital is a web design and branding agency known for its professionalism, diligence, and flexibility. They delivered outstanding results, including a successful Shopify setup and a user-friendly website, while maintaining excellent communication. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their personable approach and timely project management.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Red Bank, NJ
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Founded in 2016, Salty Red Dog Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The company offers Marketing Strategy and Web Design, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mill Creek, WA
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Venbit is a print design company founded in 2010. Headquartered in Mill Creek, Washington and Arlington, Washington, the team offers Print Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edison, NJ
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See all 1 projectsRed Feather Solutions LLC is an e-commerce management company. Feedback indicates dissatisfaction, with 100% negative reviews highlighting issues such as poor product management, unresponsiveness, and unsuccessful outcomes. Clients report misleading claims and financial losses, emphasizing the need for improved professionalism and transparency.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scenery Hill, PA
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AramDesigns is a graphic design agency. Their small team of employees is based in Scenery Hill, Pennsylvania. Their team offers Graphic Design and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsTaylor James Ltd is a creative design company specializing in high-quality graphic design services, particularly computer-generated imagery (CGI). They excel in producing visually impactful, premium designs that meet client expectations. Feedback is unanimously positive, highlighting their artistic design capabilities, efficient project management, and cost-effectiveness. Their ability to create captivating digital designs from scratch is frequently praised by clients.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montrose, NY
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See all 10 projectsDaniel James Consulting is a versatile company offering comprehensive Design Services, including Creative Graphic Design and Branding solutions. It has garnered high ratings for its prompt service and alignment with clients' values. Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight the responsiveness and professionalism of the team, with projects consistently delivered on time. Clients appreciate the respectful and personal approach, regardless of project size.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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See all 1 projectsSummit 7 Agency, LLC is a digital agency purportedly offering web development and SEO services. However, based on client feedback, 100% of reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with the company's performance, citing non-delivery of promised services and poor communication. The reviews indicate significant room for improvement in fulfilling client commitments and ensuring accountability.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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ZOÏ Agency is a small public relations firm in Montréal, Canada and Toronto, Canada. The team specializes in Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Spokane Valley, WA
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Advertising company Brand It Advertising is in Spokane Valley, Washington. The team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Crystal Lake, IL
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Founded in 2013, Nex Gen Dynamics, a small graphic design company, is in Crystal Lake, Illinois and Chicago, Illinois. Their team offers Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brunswick, GA
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H2o creative group is a branding agency. In Brunswick, Georgia, their team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Waco, TX
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Busy Bee Media, Inc. Is a SEO agency. Founded in 2007, the agency is in Waco, Texas. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Gig Harbor, WA
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Founded in 2009, Allovus Design, Inc., a small user experience design agency, is in Gig Harbor, Washington. Their services include UX/UI Design and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tacoma, WA
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VSG Marketing, A Spindustry Company is a small Tacoma, Washington-based Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Edison, NJ
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Launched in 2009, US Tech Agency is a small Edison, New Jersey-based mobile application development company. Their services include Mobile App Development and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lebanon, TN
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GSF Media is a small Lebanon, Tennessee-based video production company. The team provides Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Detroit, MI
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ROSSETTI is an Architectural Design company headquartered in Detroit, Michigan. Their services include Architectural Design and Interior Design.
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See all 1 projectsTeleos Marketing is a digital marketing firm specializing in brand development, social media management, and marketing collateral creation. While 100% of reviewers acknowledge their strong project management skills and accountability, 100% also express concerns about their lack of strategic initiative and creativity, highlighting a need for clients to provide clear direction to capitalize on their execution capabilities.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerDallas, TX
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See all 5 projectsAlby.Design is a creative design company specializing in graphic design services, particularly logo creation, branding, and style guide development. Their reviews highlight a 100% satisfaction rate, with clients praising their artistic design skills, professionalism, and ability to capture brand essence. Customers commend their promptness and personalized service, with no negative feedback or suggestions for improvement noted.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Established in 1997, MindSpark Design Studio, llc. Is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Small branding agency Hyper Branding Co., is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Visual Demand LLC is a Digital Strategy company established in 2017. Located in Los Angeles, California, the team offers Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bend, OR
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Launched in 2007, Production Clicks, a small PPC agency, is based in Bend, Oregon. Their services include Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Costa Mesa, CA
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BeBOLD Digital, a PPC agency, is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Established in 2010, rSquare is an e-commerce development company. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the team offers E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Big Orange Planet is a branding agency launched in 2002. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lansing, MI
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Arch Collective is a Marketing Strategy company. The small San Francisco, California-based team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing. The company was established in 2019.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Conroe, TX
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Brandstrum is a branding company. Headquartered in Conroe, Texas, their small team provides Branding and Business Consulting. The company was launched in 2017.
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List of the Top 15 United States Graphic Design Firms
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Culver City, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Washington, DC
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Westborough, MA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Tarrytown, NY
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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37.6/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Herndon, VA
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35.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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36.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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36.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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35.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Oakland Park, FL
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36.2/40.018.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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35.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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34.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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35.6/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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34.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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36.9/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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36.9/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Del Mar, CA
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36.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sarasota, FL
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35.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nyack, NY
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35.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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34.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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36.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Graphic Design90% Other
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United States Graphic Design FAQs
Graphic design agencies in the United States specialize across a wide spectrum, including:
- Technology and SaaS startups
- E-commerce and retail (fashion, CPG, DTC)
- Healthcare and life sciences
- Financial services and fintech
- Entertainment, media, and gaming
- Nonprofits and education
This breadth lets you find partners familiar with your market’s visuals, compliance needs, and audience expectations.
Working with a stateside team offers several advantages. First, you share the same time zones and cultural context as your target audience, making collaboration and creative direction smoother. U.S. firms also tend to have direct experience with domestic regulations on accessibility, packaging, and advertising—reducing compliance headaches.
Finally, many agencies maintain relationships with local printers, developers, and media outlets, giving you a built-in network for faster go-to-market execution.
Pricing varies based on a variety of factors, including scope, timeline, and type of deliverables. Clutch pricing data shows that most firms in the U.S. charge around:
- Hourly rates: $100 – $200 for senior-level talent; $50 – $100 for mid-level designers
- Branding packages: $10,000 – $50,000 for comprehensive visual identity work
- One-off collateral (e.g., brochures, social templates): $1,500 – $7,500
Agencies in major metros like San Francisco or New York generally charge at the high end, while firms in secondary markets may offer more competitive rates without compromising quality.
Begin by clarifying goals: Are you refreshing a logo, launching a new product, or overhauling an entire brand system? Review each agency’s portfolio for relevant case studies and note stylistic versatility.
Check Clutch reviews for insight into communication style, timeliness, and ROI. Shortlist 3–5 agencies, request proposals, and evaluate them on creative fit, strategic thinking, and transparency around process and pricing. Don’t underestimate chemistry—successful design projects rely on close collaboration.
- Vague or templated proposals that don’t address your specific objectives
- Reliance on stock graphics or template libraries without original work samples
- No clear revision policy or timeline milestones
- Minimal discovery phase—jumping straight into execution
- Poor responsiveness or inability to provide client references
Spotting these warning signs early can save time, budget, and brand consistency.