Top Web Design Companies in Maryland
Maryland’s digital scene spans Baltimore’s startup momentum, Bethesda’s Fortune 500 headquarters, and research hubs around College Park, Rockville, and Johns Hopkins. If you’re seeking a partner for a new site, redesign, or conversion-focused refresh, web design companies in Maryland offer strengths in accessibility, security, and content strategy shaped by the region’s government, healthcare, and nonprofit presence.
Clutch helps you shortlist with confidence by analyzing verified client reviews, service focus, portfolio strength, and market presence. Use filters to compare agencies by budget, location (from Annapolis to Frederick), industry expertise, tech stack (WordPress, Drupal, headless), and more. Start exploring broader or nearby options to refine your search:
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves MarylandServices provided
See all 106 projectsUPQODE is a web design company specializing in custom website development, responsive design, and UI/UX design. They consistently deliver projects on time and within budget, with 100% of reviews highlighting their effective project management and communication skills. While praised for web design, some clients suggest improvements in graphics design. Overall, 86% of reviewers commend their attention to detail and adaptability.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves MarylandServices provided
See all 106 projectsDD.NYC® is a web design company specializing in responsive web design, UI/UX design, and custom website development. Reviews indicate that approximately 80% of clients appreciate the company's adaptability and creative design solutions, while about 20% noted challenges with project management and communication. Overall, DD.NYC® is recognized for delivering high-quality web design services that align with client visions and enhance digital presence.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves MarylandServices provided
See all 65 projectsBrand Vision is a web design company specializing in custom website development, UI/UX design, and branding. With over 90% positive feedback from reviewers, they are praised for their collaborative and responsive approach, delivering visually appealing and user-friendly websites. Clients frequently commend their attention to detail and ability to align with brand aesthetics, with 60% highlighting their flexibility and adaptability to clients' needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Annapolis, MD
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Abask Marketing is a branding firm. Located in Annapolis, Maryland, their team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Nightshift Creative is a branding company. They specialize in Branding and Content Marketing and were launched in 2017.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves MarylandServices provided
See all 126 projectsStorm Brain is an adept web design agency offering comprehensive web development, custom website development, and UI/UX design services. Across its reviews, the company is praised for its excellent project management, with 100% of reviewers highlighting timely delivery and effective communication. Clients often commend their strategic thinking and execution, positioning them as a trusted partner rather than just a vendor.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves MarylandServices provided
See all 6 projectsEastern Standard is a comprehensive web design and development company specializing in UI/UX Design, Custom Website Development, and Responsive Web Design. Their client feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 90% noting impressive project management and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their creative design capabilities, effective communication, and ability to enhance user experiences, as evidenced by increased website visits and customer engagement.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves MarylandServices provided
See all 5 projectsWeb-Kare, LLC is a web design and development company known for its exceptional customer service and expertise in responsive web design and UI/UX design. With 100% positive feedback from clients, they are praised for their efficiency, timely delivery, and ability to align with client goals, consistently exceeding expectations in web design services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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B3T Consulting LLC is a data analytics company. The Baltimore, Maryland-based firm was established in 2019. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gaithersburg, MD
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Algorithmic Global is a Content Marketing company. Located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the company offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gaithersburg, MD
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Palfrey Associates, a small SEO agency, is in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Headquartered in Baltimore, Maryland, PIxels+Points is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Upperco, MD
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4 Square Productions, a small web design agency, is based in Upperco, Maryland. Their services include Web Design and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Upper Marlboro, MD
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Corvus Media Solutions is a SEO agency. The Upper Marlboro, Maryland-based team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ocean City, MD
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FullCityMedia is a graphic design agency founded in 2003. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design and is located in Ocean City, Maryland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Annapolis, MD
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City Dock Digital is a SEO agency. The Annapolis, Maryland-based company offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lutherville-Timonium, MD
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ArtComp & Design is a small graphic design company launched in 1978. Their team specializes in Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Easton, MD
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Cake & Eat It Designs is a graphic design company. Founded in 2012, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design. The firm is based in Easton, Maryland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Frederick, MD
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Established in 2008, New Wave Media, LLC, a small branding firm, is in Frederick, Maryland. Their team offers Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brookeville, MD
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DC Web Designers is a branding company. Founded in 2000, the agency is based in Brookeville, Maryland. Their team specializes in Branding and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Annapolis Junction, MD
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Ironmark is an Annapolis Junction, Maryland-based Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Clarksville, MD
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Piton Marketing is a SEO agency founded in 2013. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Dramatic Visions, a SEO company, was launched in 2002. The small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Upperco, MD
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Dragonfly Design is a Logo company. They are headquartered in Upperco, Maryland and have small team. Their services include Logo and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Towson, MD
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Bordes Design is a small Towson, Maryland-based print design agency. The team provides Print Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Snake Hill: Web Agency is an UX company. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, the firm was established in 2007. Their services include UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Annapolis, MD
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Merisign is a graphic design agency. They are headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland and have small team. Their team offers Graphic Design and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lake Arbor, MD
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Bash Digital, LLC is an Advertising company. Founded in 2015, their team provides Advertising and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Takoma Park, MD
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Connect4 Consulting is a small Email Marketing company in Takoma Park, Maryland. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Annapolis, MD
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Located in Annapolis, Maryland, OnAir Applications, Inc. Is a small pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bethesda, MD
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JNP Media, an Email Marketing company, was established in 1998. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Millersville, MD
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AdsIntelligence Marketing is a small Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Forest Hill, MD
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Sequel Design Associates, Inc. Is a small Forest Hill, Maryland-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Founded in 2009, Q Marketing and Design is a graphic design company. The team provides Graphic Design and Other Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Laurel, MD
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Goodlyfe Digital Marketing Agency, an Email Marketing company, is located in Laurel, Maryland. They specialize in Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MD
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UVision Software is a mobile app development company. Their small team of employees is located in Columbia, Maryland. Their team provides Mobile App Development and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Launched in 2014, Tomahawk Design Co. Is a print design agency. Their team offers Print Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Towson, MD
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Dalai Group is a Content Marketing company established in 2005. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerColumbia, MD
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Small Logo company Maryland Photography Inc., is in Columbia, Maryland. The team specializes in Logo and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Gaithersburg, MD
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Located in Gaithersburg, Maryland, Slice Works is a small graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Fulton, MD
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Gloto is a mobile application development firm established in 2005. In Fulton, Maryland, the team offers Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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ProSite Web Design is a SEO company established in 1982. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Neustadt Creative Marketing is a SEO company. Launched in 1996, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Annapolis, MD
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Founded in 2009, Cuckhoo Web Design, a small Logo company, is headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. Their services include Logo and Market Research.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gaithersburg, MD
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Integra Plus is a branding agency launched in 2008. Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, the team specializes in Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Randallstown, MD
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Techna Center LLC is a SEO services firm. Headquartered in Randallstown, Maryland, the company was founded in 2012. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bel Air, MD
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Focus 4 is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2006. The team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Bel Air, Maryland.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Towson, MD
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BeaconFey is an Advertising company. Their small team of employees is located in Towson, Maryland. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Middle River, MD
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Founded in 2016, Dociletech LLC is an e-commerce development firm. The small team offers E-Commerce Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Founded in 2017, OMEN 1 is a Mobile & App Marketing company. The company focuses on Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frederick, MD
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Advertising company Door No. 3 Design, Inc. Is headquartered in Frederick, Maryland. Founded in 2005, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Launched in 2015, Red Dog Agency is an Advertising company. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rockville, MD
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Small Broadcast Video company iRank Digital, is headquartered in Rockville, Maryland. Their services include Broadcast Video and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ellicott City, MD
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EPOCH is an IT managed services company. They are located in Ellicott City, Maryland. Their team offers IT managed services and Cybersecurity.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Post Typography is an user experience design agency. Founded in 2007, their team offers UX/UI Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lanham, MD
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Evans Design & Marketing, LLC is a graphic design company. Located in Lanham, Maryland, the company offers Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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List of the Top 15 Maryland Web Design Agencies
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Rockville, MD
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38.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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33.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ellicott City, MD
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35.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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34.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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29.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews6.1/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Takoma Park, MD
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32.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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25.9/40.016/20 Reviews4.8/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lanham, MD
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29.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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29.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Catonsville, MD
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29.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Rockville, MD
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27.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews5.5/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Bethesda, MD
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29.1/40.015.6/20 Reviews5.4/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MD
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29.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cockeysville, MD
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29/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.5/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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29.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Columbia, MD
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28/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Columbia, MD
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30.2/40.017/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Baltimore, MD
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27.5/40.014.6/20 Reviews6.7/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bowie, MD
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25.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.9/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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25.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.6/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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25.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Upper Marlboro, MD
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26/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.7/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Silver Spring, MD
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25/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.6/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cockeysville, MD
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26.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.6/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bel Air, MD
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25.5/40.014.6/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Towson, MD
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24.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Crofton, MD
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25.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.6/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Frederick, MD
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24.6/40.015/20 Reviews3.9/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ellicott City, MD
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20.9/40.012.6/20 Reviews3.7/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
35% Web Design65% Other
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Maryland Web Design FAQs
- Verify local experience – Look for case studies with Maryland organizations similar to yours, including references you can contact.
- Evaluate the build approach – Confirm CMS proficiency (WordPress, Drupal, headless), component libraries, and performance standards (Core Web Vitals).
- Prioritize accessibility and QA – Ask about WCAG audits, assistive tech testing, and device/browser coverage.
- Demand measurable outcomes – How do they tie design to leads, donations, applications, or sign-ups? Which analytics stack and KPIs will they implement?
- Check project management – Clarify timeline, communication cadence, and tools. Ensure you’ll get a single point of contact and transparent status updates.
- Plan for after launch – Nail down maintenance, SLAs, security updates, and training for your team.
Cut through the clutter by leveraging the resources and filters available on Clutch. Shortlist the top two or three options that meet your initial requirements, then schedule a discovery session to discuss your project and gauge their capabilities.
Working with a local website designer in Maryland gives you faster collaboration, on-site workshops, and nuanced knowledge of the DC–Baltimore corridor. Many teams here build with accessibility and compliance in mind (WCAG for public-sector work, privacy for healthcare), understand procurement cycles for government and nonprofits, and can tailor content for diverse audiences across the state.
If local search matters, Maryland agencies are adept at regional SEO and Google Business Profile optimization that target searches from Baltimore to Montgomery County and the Eastern Shore. You’ll also gain a network effect: designers here routinely partner with Maryland videographers, copywriters, and dev specialists to scale as your needs evolve.
Pricing varies thanks to a multitude of factors, including scope, complexity, and who’s on the team. Based on Clutch’s recent data, clients can expect:
- Small business site or refresh (strategy, UX/UI, CMS build): $5,000 – $20,000
- Mid-market redesign (custom UX, content, integrations): $20,000 – $60,000
- Enterprise/gov or complex builds (multi-sites, advanced security, accessibility, integrations): $60,000 – $200,000+
- Hourly rates: typically $100 – $200 for strategy, design, and development
Before signing any contract, make sure to ask for a detailed scope and confirm what’s included post-launch.
Web designers in Maryland support a variety of clients, including those from sectors like:
- Government, associations, and nonprofits
- Healthcare and life sciences
- Financial services and professional services
- Cybersecurity and defense
- Education
- Hospitality, tourism, and maritime
- E-commerce and local SMBs
Deliverables often include UX research, conversion-focused design, CMS builds (WordPress/Drupal/headless), ADA/WCAG compliance, content design, and performance optimization.
- One-size-fits-all proposals or skipping discovery
- Guaranteed rankings or unrealistic launch timelines
- No accessibility plan (WCAG) for public-sector, healthcare, or education sites
- Vague ownership of source files, design systems, or CMS admin access
- Limited QA or no clear performance benchmarks (page speed, Core Web Vitals)
- Overreliance on stock templates without strategy or content design
- Poor transparency on change orders, budget guardrails, or scope controls
While some of these red flags may seem inconsequential at first glance, they can still lead to headaches and issues for your project down the road. Do your best to spot and avoid them early.