Top E-Commerce Developers in the United States
E-commerce is one of the largest and most competitive sectors in the U.S. technology services market, with American brands spending billions annually on store builds, platform migrations, and custom integrations.
Whether you're launching a Shopify storefront, re-platforming from Magento, building a headless commerce architecture, or integrating a WooCommerce site with a complex ERP, the right development partner makes a measurable difference in performance and revenue. Clutch screens every listed agency through direct client interviews, credential verification, and portfolio review — so the companies you see here have proven track records, not just self-reported expertise. Browse global e-commerce development agencies for a worldwide view, explore top Shopify development agencies in the United States for platform-specific expertise, or see top WordPress development agencies in the United States if your project runs on WooCommerce.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 39 projectsFJ Solutions is a distinguished E-Commerce Development company with expertise in Shopify and BigCommerce, providing services such as E-Store Development and Online Store Dev. Their reviews indicate that 100% of clients praise their project management, on-time delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly with client teams. Their strategic guidance and customer-centric approach are consistently highlighted as key differentiators.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 1 projectsBlue Badger is an E-Commerce Development company specializing in E-Comm Dev and Online Store Development. Their clients praise their ability to enhance website speed, user-friendliness, and conversion rates, with 100% positive feedback on their seamless project management and partnership. Clients consistently report a significant increase in revenue, demonstrating Blue Badger's expertise in E-Commerce Software Dev and Retail Software Development.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Richmond, KY
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See all 2 projectsA TECH SIGHT LLC is a web and application development company noted for its quality work and responsiveness. Despite a delayed project timeline due to scope changes, the company delivered impressive results. Positive feedback includes satisfaction with their value for cost and pricing, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their effective communication and project management.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Woodside, NY
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Siteber is a Woodside, New York-based web design agency. The team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lafayette, LA
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Robert Hebert Media is a pay per click company. The team provides Pay Per Click and Web Design, and the company is located in Lafayette, Louisiana.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Centennial, CO
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GrowSmart is a Content Marketing company launched in 2011. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Digital Strategy and is in Centennial, Colorado.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Long Island City, NY
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Marena Cosmos Digital Agency is a custom software development firm. They provide Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design and are based in Long Island City, New York.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Old Tappan, NJ
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AccuWebTech, a website development firm, was launched in 2002. The team offers Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsMAGINX INC is an E-Commerce Development company specializing in Magento-based solutions, notably Online Store Development and E-Store Dev. Reviews reflect a strong commitment to timely delivery and responsive communication, with 100% of feedback highlighting their expertise in Magento and client-focused approach, resulting in a satisfactory experience, though the website is yet to go live.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kissimmee, FL
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See all 1 projectsdbmanagers - DBM is a web design company known for its efficient service and excellent communication. With positive feedback highlighting their patience and ability to explain processes clearly, 100% of reviewers noted their unique approach, and none mentioned areas for improvement. Their team typically consists of a small, focused group, ensuring personalized attention to client needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Colville, WA
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Rapidfyre Inc is an e-commerce development firm and web design agency. The company is in Colville, Washington and Walla Walla, Washington. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Launched in 2002, G Creative is an e-commerce development company and web design agency. The company offers E-Commerce Development and Web Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manchester, NH
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Launched in 2014, Bonify is an e-commerce development company and website development firm. The company focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Development, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salinas, CA
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E-commerce development company equaTEK Interactive was launched in 2003. The team provides E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Salinas, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salt Lake City, UT
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Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Aspen Digital is an e-commerce development company and website development firm. They offer E-Commerce Development and Web Development and were founded in
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rochester, NY
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Founded in 2005, OssMedia is a small e-commerce development firm and website development firm. Their team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rochester, NY
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Markupcloud is an e-commerce development firm and SEO services firm. They were established in 2005 and specialize in E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salt Lake City, UT
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Founded in 2010, BLUEDOG is an Accounting and e-commerce development company. The team provides Accounting and E-Commerce Development and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redlands, CA
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Venntov, an e-commerce development firm and SEO company, is headquartered in Redlands, California. Established in 2010, the team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Riverview, FL
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Headquartered in Riverview, Florida, The Web Design Ninja is an e-commerce development company and web design company. They provide E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clearwater, FL
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In Clearwater, Florida, Visual Edge Design, Inc. Is an e-commerce development company and web design company. Launched in 1999, the team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Palm Harbor, FL
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Small e-commerce development firm and web design company Interface Web Design, is located in Palm Harbor, Florida. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Maria, CA
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CenCal WebDesign, an e-commerce development company and web design agency, was launched in 2011. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oconomowoc, WI
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Demtron, Inc., an e-commerce development company, is based in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. They offer E-Commerce Development and Web Design and were established in 1994.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Port Huron, MI
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Prompt Internet Solutions, LLC, an e-commerce development firm and web development company, was founded in 2007. The company focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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MACH Software is an e-commerce development company. They offer E-Commerce Development and ERP consulting and SI and are based in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbia, SC
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Confluence Commerce is a Marketing Strategy and e-commerce development company. Their small team is in Columbia, South Carolina. Their services include Marketing Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Morton Grove, IL
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GFS IT SOLUTIONS is a midsize London, England-based Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Smyrna, DE
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See all 1 projectsMoreGreat® LLC specializes in E-Commerce Development, including Online Store Development and E-Commerce Website Design. Reviews on Clutch.co highlight their technical expertise, effective project management, and excellent customer service. Clients particularly appreciate their ability to deliver customized, visually appealing, and user-friendly e-commerce solutions that significantly enhance online presence and sales performance.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerAustin, TX
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See all 3 projectsShimshock Group is a web development and digital solutions company specializing in Drupal and WordPress integrations and customizations. Their clients consistently praise their responsiveness, reliability, and thorough understanding of business needs, with 100% of reviews highlighting these qualities. Additionally, Shimshock Group is commended for delivering projects on time and within budget, reflecting a strong reputation for dependable service delivery.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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Havas Edge, a midsize Broadcast Video company, is based in Carlsbad, California and Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Broadcast Video and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pembroke Pines, FL
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Real People Working is a small web design agency founded in 2018. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Del Mar, CA
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See all 1 projectsOutside Digital is a digital solutions provider specializing in website development and ongoing support. According to reviews, 100% of feedback is positive, highlighting their ability to deliver exceptional user experiences and maintain up-to-date information efficiently. Clients commend their timely project completion and effective communication, with all reviewers noting the exceptional quality of the finished website.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ames, IA
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Saltech Systems is a SEO agency. They were founded in 2004 and focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Naperville, IL
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Haines Creative is a Naperville, Illinois-based web design agency. They focus on Web Design and UX/UI Design and were established in 2006.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Founded in 2012, Webtronix Designs Web Agency is a SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Lihue, HI
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Jaxon Communications is a Lihue, Hawaii-based e-commerce development company. The team provides E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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Pittsburgh Web Development is a software development firm. They are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Redwood City, CA
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See all 1 projectsNodeDevelop - Web development company offers custom web development services specializing in Node.js, React.js, and Angular. Clients commend the company for its reliability, attention to detail, and ability to deliver high-performance, tailored solutions within budget constraints. Overall, feedback indicates a high level of satisfaction with their project management and technical support.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Camp Hill, PA
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See all 1 projectsDigital Insides offers tailored digital marketing services, including SEO and SMM, designed to help businesses thrive online. The reviews highlight their commitment to timely project delivery, accuracy in cost estimation, and a personalized approach to strategy. While clients praise their efficiency and effectiveness, suggestions for improved communication and transparency in strategy details are noted.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sunnyvale, CA
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TokyoTechie is a Blockchain company. Headquartered in Pune, India and Delhi, India, the team offers Blockchain and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Centennial, CO
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SocialKNX is a Centennial, Colorado-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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See all 2 projectsAbra Web Design & Development is a company specializing in dynamic content creation and website maintenance. Reviews on Clutch.co highlight their reliability, pro-customer approach, and excellent communication, with 100% of reviewers expressing satisfaction with their services. Clients appreciate their initiative in solving problems and their ability to deliver projects on time, making them a trusted partner for ongoing collaborations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Amory, MS
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SSR TECHVISION, a Back Office Outsourcing company, was launched in 2015. Headquartered in Amory, Mississippi, the team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Customer Service Outsourcing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Ramon, CA
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Headquartered in San Ramon, California and Reading , England, Synverse is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Advertising.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Larkspur, CO
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See all 4 projectsCymax Media is a website development and SEO company that provides tailored services to various industries, including executive placement, healthcare, and real estate. Across their reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction with their work, highlighting their responsiveness, creativity, and ability to improve search engine rankings. Clients appreciate their personalized approach and up-to-date technology solutions.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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See all 1 projectsAt Ciona Tech LLC, we help small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in the USA and beyond unlock measurable growth through AI-driven digital marketing and web development solutions. Our expertise
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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In Chicago, Illinois and Melbourne, Australia, Expresscommerce LLC is a small custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Milpitas, CA
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Daphnis Software Services pvt.Ltd. Is an e-commerce development firm. In Noida, India and Milpitas, California, their team provides E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 2016, Infini Sys is a small custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Saline, MI
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Telic Solutions is a small application development firm. Founded in 2018, the team focuses on Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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COCO Future Technologies is an UX agency established in 2021. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, the team offers UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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List of the Top 15 United States E-Commerce Development Firms
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Irving, TX
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Altadena, CA
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Coral Springs, FL
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Redwood City, CA
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36.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, ME
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37.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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35.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Walpole, MA
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35.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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35.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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35.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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35.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Malden, MA
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36.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.3/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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35.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Portland, OR
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34.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Burien, WA
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34.7/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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34.7/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Raleigh, NC
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34.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Grand Rapids, MI
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34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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34.3/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Danvers, MA
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35.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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33.8/40.014.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Coral Springs, FL
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33.7/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Charleston, SC
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33.6/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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35/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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33.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Naperville, IL
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Carrboro, NC
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32.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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United States E-Commerce Development FAQs
An e-commerce development company designs, builds, and maintains the technology that powers online stores. These dedicated agencies offer services such as:
- Storefront design and UX
- Platform implementation (Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce, BigCommerce, and others)
- Custom theme and plugin development
- Third-party integrations (payment gateways, shipping providers, inventory and ERP systems)
- Performance optimization
- Post-launch support
In addition, more advanced firms also handle headless commerce architectures, progressive web apps (PWAs), and multi-channel retail integrations.
E-commerce developers in the United States share the same time zones as your team and understand domestic payment and tax compliance requirements. These service providers have extensive experience with the American retail calendar — peak traffic periods like Black Friday and Cyber Monday that demand infrastructure and performance planning that an offshore team may underestimate. For brands managing U.S. customer data, a domestic agency also simplifies data governance and vendor contract negotiations.
According to Clutch pricing data, a mid-complexity Shopify or WooCommerce project typically runs $10,000 – $50,000, while a custom-built or heavily integrated ecommerce platform can reach $100,000 – $500,000 or more.
Moreover, ongoing retainers for maintenance and optimization typically run $3,000 – $15,000 per month, and hourly rates range from roughly $75 – $200. Magento (Adobe Commerce) and headless commerce builds tend to sit at the higher end of the range.
Start by carefully outlining your project’s parameters — everything from technical requirements and scope to objectives and desired KPIs. Then, browse through Clutch’s vetted directories to explore firms, narrow down options by assessing:
- Experience with your niche or the type of e-commerce solution you need
- Expertise on the specific platform your store runs on or is migrating to
- Proven body of work — check their portfolios and client reviews on Clutch
- Integration requirements (every third-party system you connect to)
- Performance metrics (before/after data on page speed or conversion rate of their previous works)
- Support model (post-launch support terms and SLAs)
- Agencies claiming expertise across every major platform without portfolio evidence
- Proposals that don't account for QA and user acceptance testing
- Vague timelines without milestones
- Contracts that don't clearly define who owns the codebase at completion
- Sparse or generic Clutch reviews without project detail
For platform migrations especially, ask how the agency handles SEO continuity — URL structure, redirect mapping, and metadata preservation are common failure points.