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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 40 projectsSolid Digital is a professional web design company that offers a comprehensive range of services, including custom website development, UI/UX design, and mobile-friendly design. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their responsive communication, seamless project management, and commitment to client satisfaction. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their expertise in delivering high-quality, user-friendly websites with improved user experience and effective SEO strategies.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 103 projectsDD.NYC® is a web design and development company offering comprehensive services including branding, UI/UX design, responsive design, and custom website development. Feedback indicates mixed reviews: approximately 70% of clients praise their design skills and adaptability, while 30% express concerns about communication and project delays. Key themes include their strong design capabilities, but some clients have experienced issues with project management and communication.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 93 projectsUPQODE is a distinguished web design and development company offering comprehensive services such as custom website development, responsive design, and UI/UX design. With an impressive 100% positive feedback rate, clients commend UPQODE's strategic and creative approach, timely project delivery, and effective communication. Approximately 80% of reviews highlight their ability to combine technical expertise with user experience design, ensuring mobile-friendly, SEO-optimized solutions.
$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 30 projectsCoherent Solutions is a versatile software development company providing services such as UI/UX design, project management, DevOps, and cloud solutions. With over 90% of reviews highlighting their impressive technical expertise, responsiveness, and efficient delivery, they are highly rated by clients. The majority of reviews indicate on-time and budget-compliant project completions, underscoring their professionalism and value.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Franklin Township, NJ
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Launched in 1997, Spatial Data Logic is a software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Princeton Meadows, NJ
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Ouvall is a website development firm established in 2020. The agency provides Web Development and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 124 projectsStorm Brain is a Web Design company specializing in Website Design, UI/UX Design, and Responsive Web Design services, garnering high praise for their expertise and customer service. Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and excellent communication. Clients appreciate the company's commitment to building strong relationships and exceeding expectations in project execution and outcomes.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 6 projectsEastern Standard is a web design and development company specializing in responsive web design and custom website development. Their reviews highlight an impressive 100% satisfaction rate, citing their exceptional project management, responsive communication, and creative UI/UX design. Clients appreciate their ability to deliver visually appealing and user-friendly websites, with specific praise for their innovative design services and seamless project execution.
$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 33 projectsImarc is a web design and development company that offers services such as UI/UX design, custom website development, and responsive web design. Overall, 100% of the reviews highlight Imarc's expertise in website design and development, with 90% praising their communication and project management skills. However, some clients noted areas for improvement in project management and scope estimation.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Princeton, NJ
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In Princeton, New Jersey, Wellington Publishing is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New City, NY
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User experience agency Don Price Design is based in New City, New York. They focus on UX/UI Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerPrinceton, NJ
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Aqles Digital Agency is a social media marketing agency. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sparta, NJ
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Evans Alliance Advertising is a Corporate Photography company. They were established in 1998, and their services include Corporate Photography and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBrentwood, NY
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Located in Brentwood, New York, Tommy Cat Media is a pay per click agency. They focus on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 4 projectsCrafted is a web design and development company specializing in custom website development, responsive design, and UI/UX design. They consistently deliver projects on time, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and effective project management. Clients appreciate their ability to enhance online presence, with 75% reporting improved business outcomes.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 5 projectsWeb-Kare, LLC is a company specializing in web design and development, offering services such as website design, responsive design, and custom website development. With 100% positive feedback across reviews, clients consistently praise their timely delivery, excellent customer service, and alignment with company values. Additionally, 80% of reviewers highlight their ability to increase web traffic and deliver quality work promptly.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBrentwood, NY
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Located in Brentwood, New York, Noizey Graphics Web Design is a web design company. They specialize in Web Design and Logo.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ridgefield, CT
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See all 1 projectsRidgefield Web Design is a web design company known for its exceptional web design services and swift project turnaround. The reviews highlight their responsive and efficient approach, with 100% of clients praising the speed and quality of their work. Clients particularly value their ability to transform ideas into effective website designs through a collaborative process.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington, NY
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Illartech - Technology & Branding Design Services is a Huntington, New York-based branding firm. They offer Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington Station, NY
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Fleury Design is a Huntington Station, New York-based graphic design company. The team focuses on Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington, NY
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Founded in 2003, McMillian, a small branding firm, is in Huntington, New York. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melville, NY
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Black Kite Marketing, Inc. Is a SEO services firm. The Melville, New York-based firm was established in 2022. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Howell Township, NJ
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Postcreatives, a video production company, was founded in 2011. They offers Video Production and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Freehold, NJ
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Print design agency Aha Designs Inc was founded in 2004. The small team specializes in Print Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPiscataway, NJ
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East Jersey Tech LLC is a SEO services firm. Their team is located in Piscataway, New Jersey and provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington, NY
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Gardenside Graphics is a Logo company. Their team is located in Huntington, New York. The firm focuses on Logo and Print Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fairfield, CT
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See all 1 projectsHiveBrand is a company specializing in Web Design Services, offering expertise in custom website development, branding, and UI/UX design. A consistent theme across reviews highlights their professional communication and impressive design skills, with a particular emphasis on their unique branding and responsive web design. Positive feedback is overwhelmingly prevalent, with clients appreciating their creativity and attentiveness to client needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stamford, CT
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Established in 1989, Graphish Studio, a small graphic design company, is based in Stamford, Connecticut. Their team provides Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rye, NY
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Launched in 2011, Exceller Marketing, Inc. Is a small print design agency. Their services include Print Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Plainfield, NJ
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Global Data Mart Inc., is a software development company and ERP consulting and SI company. Established in 2006, the team offers Custom Software Development and ERP consulting and SI.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Crompond, NY
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Headquartered in Crompond, New York, Bash Web Consulting SEO is a SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were launched in 2011.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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Design Varient is a web design agency. The team provides Web Design and Custom Software Development, and the firm is in Princeton, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bridgewater Township, NJ
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R&J Strategic Communications, a public relations agency, was launched in 1986. Headquartered in Bridgewater Township, New Jersey, the team specializes in Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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RIPEN is an user experience design agency. They were established in 2003, and their services include UX/UI Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brielle, NJ
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Founded in 2009, O2 Marketing Communications, Inc. Is a Packaging Design company. Located in Brielle, New Jersey, the team focuses on Packaging Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington, NY
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Established in 1997, Vortex Graphics is a graphic design company. The team offers Graphic Design and Logo and is based in Huntington, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manasquan, NJ
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Wingman Liftoff is a web design company. The Manasquan, New Jersey-based agency provides Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chester, NJ
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Fatrabbit CREATIVE is a graphic design company. They provide Graphic Design and Print Design and were founded in 2002.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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Mota9 Creative Group is a branding agency. The small Princeton, New Jersey-based team offers Branding and Digital Strategy. The company was founded in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mountain Lakes, NJ
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Span Marketing Solutions is a social media marketing firm. They are headquartered in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStamford, CT
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Small branding company Cristian Pimienta Design, is based in Stamford, Connecticut. The team provides Branding and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Piscataway, NJ
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Established in 2015, Four Bends Pvt Ltd is a small Piscataway, New Jersey-based web design company. Their team provides Web Design and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vernon Township, NJ
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Established in 2002, Web Design NJ is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Asbury Park, NJ
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Contractor Dynamics is an Advertising company. Based in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntington Station, NY
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Honaski Design Group Graphic is a branding firm launched in 2004. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Piscataway, NJ
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Founded in 1998, Blazin Multimedia is a small Piscataway, New Jersey-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Peekskill, NY
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Founded in 2002, Presentation Multimedia is a SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and is based in Peekskill, New York.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kings Park, NY
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Sign Global Media is a SEO services firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Kings Park, New York. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Somerville, NJ
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Based in Somerville, New Jersey, Baldwin & Obenauf, Inc. (BNO) is a small Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNorth Brunswick Township, NJ
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Established in 2022, Vantage Creatives is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Somerville, NJ
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Graphic Matter is a graphic design company. The Somerville, New Jersey-based company was established in 2002. Their team offers Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMiddletown Township, NJ
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MILE Social, a SEO agency, was established in 2015. The company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Branchville, NJ
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See all 2 projectsFirst Fig Marketing & Consulting is a digital marketing company specializing in enhancing social media presence and developing web content for law firms. Across their reviews, 100% of clients reported improved Google visibility and found the company to be knowledgeable in industry-specific language, with seamless communication. Some suggest offering more creative recommendations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belmar, NJ
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In Belmar, New Jersey, Expert Brand Marketing is a Logo company. Their services include Logo and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stamford, CT
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Small Email Marketing company PCI Creative Group, is located in Stamford, Connecticut. Their services include Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStamford, CT
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Design & Marketing Solutions is a small Stamford, Connecticut-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStamford, CT
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Small branding firm Jake Cooper Design, is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Princeton, NJ
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Solvable Creations, a midsize Marketing Strategy company, is located in Princeton, New Jersey and Chennai, India. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Monroe, NY
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Celebrand, a branding firm, was founded in 2011. They specializes in Branding and Web Design.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Nashville, TN
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Rockville, MD
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Mineola, NY
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35.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Vienna, VA
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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34.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chelsea, Australia
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$25,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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34.8/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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38.6/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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37.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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30.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Top Web Design Agencies in New York City
NYC web design agencies create modern, responsive websites that resonate with local and global audiences. Typical services include:
- UX/UI research and wireframing
- Visual design aligned with your brand story
- Front-end development and CMS implementation (often WordPress, Webflow, or Shopify)
- Mobile optimization and accessibility compliance
- Ongoing A/B testing and performance analytics
Many firms also integrate SEO, copywriting, or e-commerce features so your site not only looks great but also drives measurable growth.
Local agencies understand the city’s fast-moving business culture, media landscape, and consumer expectations. Benefits include:
- Proximity for agile, in-person workshops
- Insight into NYC trends. Think fintech, fashion, and hospitality
- Access to top talent from nearby schools like Pratt Institute and Parsons
- Familiarity with local regulations (ADA compliance, NYC privacy rules)
If New York is your primary market, a local team can test design concepts with actual NYC users for immediate feedback.
Project-based website builds in New York City typically range from $15,000–$75,000+. Hourly rates sit between $125–$250, reflecting high living and labor costs. Expect to pay toward the upper end for:
- Custom e-commerce or web apps
- Complex animations or interactive content
- Strategy workshops and brand discovery sessions
Budget-conscious businesses can opt for template-based builds (starting around $5,000) or engage smaller boutique studios in the outer boroughs.
Given the city’s economic diversity, agencies often specialize in:
- Finance & fintech
- Fashion and beauty
- Hospitality, travel, and restaurants
- Healthcare and biotech
- Media, publishing, and entertainment
Many studios have dedicated teams for nonprofit and arts organizations, reflecting New York’s vibrant cultural scene.
Follow these guidelines to make sure you have a smooth hiring process:
- Define your goals (lead gen, e-commerce, brand refresh).
- Review Clutch profiles for case studies and verified client feedback.
- Shortlist agencies that have experience in your industry and preferred tech stack.
- Ask about project timelines, team composition, and post-launch support.
- Request a detailed proposal with deliverables, milestones, and KPIs before signing.
Be careful of web designers in NYC that showcase these red flags:
- Vague pricing – unclear estimates or hidden fees.
- No discovery phase – skipping research usually leads to generic designs.
- Outdated portfolio – sites that aren’t mobile-friendly or load slowly.
- Overpromising timelines – quality builds rarely finish in “just a couple of weeks”.
- Low involvement from senior staff – ensure experienced designers oversee your project.