Top Web Design Companies in New Jersey
From Princeton’s research community to Jersey City’s fintech corridor and the creative hubs along the Jersey Shore, New Jersey is packed with design talent. Clutch helps you find the right partner by analyzing verified client reviews, portfolios, service focus, and market presence.
Whether you need custom web design in NJ, conversion-focused UX, or full-stack web development in New Jersey, our directory makes it easy to filter by budget, tech stack (WordPress, Shopify, Webflow), industry, and location. Use filters to surface an NJ web design company with proven results—or, if you’re searching for “website design and SEO near me,” narrow to firms that bundle SEO with design and ongoing support. Explore related directories for broader comparisons:
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves New JerseyServices 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.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves New JerseyServices provided
See all 107 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 New JerseyServices provided
See all 107 projectsDD.NYC® is a prominent web design and UI/UX design company offering custom website development, responsive web design, and branding services. With 80% of reviews highlighting successful project outcomes, clients frequently commend their creative design expertise and responsive communication. Despite a single negative review concerning project delays and communication issues, the majority of clients appreciate DD.NYC®'s professionalism and the ability to deliver visually engaging and functional websites.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves New JerseyServices 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 - 9Flemington, NJ
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Graphic design agency PSI, Integrated Print & Web Solutions was founded in 1991. In Flemington, New Jersey, the team provides Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Long Branch, NJ
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The Graphics Guy LLC is a graphic design company. Headquartered in West Long Branch, New Jersey, the firm specializes in Graphic Design and Logo.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves New JerseyServices 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 New JerseyServices 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 New JerseyServices 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 - 9Cherry Hill, NJ
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See all 1 projectsJust because SEO, website design & development can be done from anywhere for your business doesn’t mean it should be done from anywhere. Rely on a local business that knows the area and your
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fair Lawn, NJ
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GA Media Web is a web design agency. Their small team is in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clinton, NJ
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Elwood Studio is a small graphic design agency established in 1988. Their team offers Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Metuchen, NJ
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Dan Flint Design is a branding firm. Their small team is in Metuchen, New Jersey. Their team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manalapan Township, NJ
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Hush Park is a SEO agency. The Manalapan Township, New Jersey-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pennsauken Township, NJ
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Works Design Group is a branding company. Their small team is based in Pennsauken Township, New Jersey and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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Content Marketing company Youth Noise was founded in 2014. The company offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Butler, NJ
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Cloud consulting & SI company Veobit was launched in 2012. Headquartered in Butler, New Jersey, the team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Asbury Park, NJ
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24K Creative is an Asbury Park, New Jersey-based media planning and buying agency. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lakewood, NJ
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Duvys Media, a Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Lakewood, New Jersey. Their services include Digital Strategy and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newark, NJ
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Located in Newark, New Jersey, Logo Design Ocean is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fanwood, NJ
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Founded in 2011, The Block is an Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy and is based in Fanwood, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNorth Plainfield, NJ
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Word Processing Diva, LLC, a web design agency, is headquartered in North Plainfield, New Jersey. They specialize in Web Design and Content Writing Services and were established in 2000.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mahwah, NJ
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SEO services firm Radial Creations specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They are headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atco, NJ
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{Lolio GD} is a small Atco, New Jersey-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clifton, NJ
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CL Design Studios is a small graphic design agency launched in 2006. Their team specializes in Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lacey Township, NJ
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Graphic design company Thirteen Graphics was launched in 2007. The small team offers Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newark, NJ
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Market Media Grind, LLC is an e-commerce development firm. Established in 2011, the team offers E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Paterson, NJ
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LM Entertainment is a video production company based in Paterson, New Jersey. They offer Video Production and Graphic Design and were launched in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dover, NJ
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Established in 2006, Nine73 Media is a branding firm. The company focuses on Branding and Graphic Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clifton, NJ
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Miller Media.Co is a branding company. Founded in 2015, the team focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wayne, NJ
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See all 1 projectsApollo Online Inc. provides intelligent and positive services, emphasizing organization, friendliness, and patience. Reviewers highlight their effectiveness in achieving client goals, earning significant monetary success and positive recommendations. Communication is seamless through various channels, including in-person, virtual meetings, and emails, with no notable areas for improvement reported.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toms River, NJ
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Toms River Web Designs is a small Toms River, New Jersey-based graphic design agency. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hightstown, NJ
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JSA Global Communications is a graphic design company. They are headquartered in Hightstown, New Jersey and have small team. Their services include Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cherry Hill, NJ
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Market Simplicity is a Content Marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Their team provides Content Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chester, NJ
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Computer Sharp, Inc is a cloud consulting & SI company established in 2010. The small team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wyckoff, NJ
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TNTMAX is an IT managed services company established in 2004. The agency focuses on IT managed services and Cybersecurity, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Hackensack, NJ
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Ez Web Services is a Corporate Photography company. Their small team is headquartered in South Hackensack, New Jersey. Their services include Corporate Photography and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wall, NJ
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RnB Design is a branding firm. Founded in 1999, their team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morristown, NJ
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SWAT Marketing Solutions is an Advertising company. Based in Morristown, New Jersey, their small team offers Advertising and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was founded in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, NJ
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Sitekick is an Advertising company. The Lakewood, New Jersey-based company was launched in 2017. Their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Arts 2 Print is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2005, the firm is located in Jersey City, New Jersey. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eatontown, NJ
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Launched in 2003, BrightPath Marketing Sevices is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Branchburg, NJ
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OutTech IT is a software development company. They are located in Branchburg, New Jersey and have small team of experts. Their services include Custom Software Development and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rutherford, NJ
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Eighty6 is a small Rutherford, New Jersey-based SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, NJ
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Established in 2018, Boss Brands is a branding company. The small team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wayne, NJ
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Aha! Aronson Hecht Agency, a SEO agency, was launched in 2012. The agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Lee, NJ
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Erdos Digital is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Fort Lee, New Jersey, their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lawrence Township, NJ
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Visual Media is a Digital Strategy company. They are in Lawrence Township, New Jersey and have small team of experts. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Branchville, NJ
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Advancedgroup.net is a branding company. Based in Branchville, New Jersey, their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Warren, NJ
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Answers Design Group, a branding company, was launched in 2007. They specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cherry Hill Township, NJ
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Founded in 2024, Cherry Hill Web Design is a social media marketing agency. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, NJ
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Flare Web Development is a branding agency in Lakewood, New Jersey. They focus on Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton Township, NJ
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Radical Creative Co. Is a branding company. The team is based in Hamilton Township, New Jersey, and their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Hillside, NJ
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Founded in 2020, Grafzy Media is a web design agency. In Hillside, New Jersey and Rajakhera, India, the team focuses on Web Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJackson Township, NJ
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Established in 2013, Emerald Support Services is a small Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Trenton, NJ
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Small SEO company Powered By Reese, is in Trenton, New Jersey. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wildwood, NJ
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Regional Media Digital is a small Sterling, Illinois-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 New Jersey Web Design Agencies
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Montclair, NJ
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36.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Closter, NJ
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30.9/40.018/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Ridgewood, NJ
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32.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Summit, NJ
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31.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hoboken, NJ
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34.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tinton Falls, NJ
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35.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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33.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ringwood, NJ
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33.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Basking Ridge, NJ
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32.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Madison, NJ
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32.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Paramus, NJ
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29.7/40.017/20 Reviews5.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Clinton, NJ
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29.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Orange, NJ
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Red Bank, NJ
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30.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cherry Hill, NJ
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30.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.9/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ridgewood, NJ
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30.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Belmar, NJ
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30.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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29.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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31/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Wayne, NJ
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30.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randolph, NJ
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29.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.7/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Howell Township, NJ
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28.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews7/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Madison, NJ
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25.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.7/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Maplewood, NJ
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29.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Wenonah, NJ
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24.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews2.4/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Asbury Park, NJ
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29.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Old Tappan, NJ
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27.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews4.1/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9East Hanover, NJ
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27/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Web Design75% Other
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New Jersey Web Design FAQs
Hiring locally means faster collaboration and on-site workshops across NJ’s dense corridor from Hoboken and Jersey City to Newark, New Brunswick, and Cherry Hill. New Jersey-based web design firms understand regional buyer behavior across pharma, higher education, logistics, and hospitality, and they’ll tailor content and UX to those audiences.
Moreover, you’ll also benefit from proximity to New York and Philadelphia media markets while working with teams familiar with state accessibility requirements, data privacy expectations, and municipal procurement processes.
Pricing varies because of factors like scope, platform, and team seniority. According to Clutch’s recent pricing data, most firms in New Jersey charge:
- Brochure or small business site (WordPress/Webflow): $8,000 – $25,000
- Custom web design in NJ with UX research and copy: $20,000 – $60,000
- E-commerce (Shopify/Headless): $25,000 – $150,000+
- Ongoing support/maintenance: $1,000 – $5,000 per month
- Hourly rates in NJ: typically $100 – $200+
Expect higher rates for complex integrations (CRM, marketing automation) or ADA/WCAG compliance audits and remediation.
Given the state’s economy, top web design agencies have in-depth experience supporting verticals such as:
- Life sciences and healthcare (Princeton–New Brunswick pharma corridor)
- Financial services and fintech (Jersey City)
- Higher education and nonprofits (Princeton, Rutgers, Seton Hall)
- Logistics, ports, and manufacturing (Port Newark–Elizabeth)
- Tourism, hospitality, and entertainment (Jersey Shore, Atlantic City)
- Food and consumer brands (Camden/Cherry Hill region)
Furthermore, you’ll also find specialists in B2B lead gen, enterprise intranets, and government/municipal websites.
- Match expertise to goals — landing-page CRO, content-led design, or full web development in New Jersey with complex integrations.
- Check platform fluency — WordPress, Drupal, Shopify, Webflow, or headless architectures.
- Review New Jersey-specific case studies and references, ideally in your industry.
- Confirm accessibility (WCAG 2.1+), performance budgets, mobile-first QA, and SEO foundations (structured data, indexation health).
- Validate process — discovery, UX research, prototyping, content, development, QA, and launch—with a clear maintenance plan and SLAs.
Tip: Shortlist 3–5 firms on Clutch, compare proposals and timelines, and request spec samples or component libraries when feasible.
- No discovery or research phase; jumping straight to visuals
- Vague scope, unclear ownership of code/design, or no content plan
- Overreliance on generic templates for “custom” projects
- No accessibility, performance, or security plan (backups, updates, WAF)
- Minimal QA on responsive states or lack of CMS training
- Unrealistic timelines or guarantees tied to rankings without SEO work
Assess potential partners thoroughly before signing any agreement. Spotting these red flags right away is crucial to ensuring smooth collaboration and work flow for your project.