Top Web Design Companies in Seattle
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WAServices provided
See all 104 projectsUPQODE is a web development company specializing in Website Design, Responsive Design, and UI/UX Design. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with over 90% of reviews praising their project management, attention to detail, and ability to create custom, mobile-friendly designs that align with business goals. Clients consistently highlight UPQODE's strong communication skills and responsiveness.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Seattle, WAServices provided
See all 32 projectsCollective42 is a web design and development company known for delivering high-quality Website Design, UI/UX Design, and Custom Website Development services. They consistently impress with their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver on time. Across various projects, 100% of the reviewers praised their communication and project management, with no negative feedback reported. Their collaborative approach ensures successful outcomes, aligning with client needs and goals.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Seattle, WAServices provided
See all 39 projectsThrillX is a web design and development company specializing in custom website development, responsive web design, and user experience (UX) design. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients consistently praise their responsive communication, timely delivery, and ability to enhance SEO and conversion rates. Notably, 60% of reviewers highlight their exceptional project management and commitment to understanding and aligning with client objectives.
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$100,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Seattle, WA
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Launched in 2000, Carbon Five is a custom software development company. Their team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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WebSnac is a Seattle, Washington-based SEO services firm. Established in 2024, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Seattle, WAServices provided
See all 32 projectsBaunfire is a distinguished web design company known for its expertise in custom website development, UI/UX design, and responsive web design services. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with over 90% of reviewers praising their strategic approach, responsive communication, and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Clients frequently commend Baunfire for their design expertise and ability to understand and execute client visions effectively.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves Seattle, WAServices 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.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Redmond, WA
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Launched in 2022, Shopera is a website development firm and web design company. The team focuses on Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Web design agency Somerset Interactive offers Web Design and Web Development. They were launched in 2016.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Rainier Digital Solutions is a SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and were established in 2022. The agency is based in Seattle, Washington.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerLynnwood, WA
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See all 6 projectsFlip Flop Freelance is a specialized web design company known for offering comprehensive web design services with a strong focus on responsive design and ongoing website maintenance. Across the reviews, 100% of clients praise their expertise in custom website development and commend their seamless project management, highlighting their collaborative approach and ability to work within budget. Cindy, the primary contact, is consistently noted for her expertise and responsiveness.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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Figma to html is a web design company. The Seattle, Washington-based agency provides Web Design and Web Development.
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WP Creative USA is a small Seattle, Washington-based web design agency and website development company. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Redmond, WA
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Caffeinated Communications Studio is a graphic design company. They were established in 2010, and their services include Graphic Design and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Founded in 2015, Shore is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kirkland, WA
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See all 14 projectsSerbyte Web Design & Development is a reputable web development company that specializes in comprehensive web design services, including UI/UX design, responsive web design, and custom website development. Across their reviews, 100% of clients highlight their expertise in SEO and project management, with notable improvements in website traffic and lead generation reported by 75% of reviewers. Their professionalism and clear communication are also frequently praised.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Brown Box Branding is a small SEO agency headquartered in Detroit, Michigan and Seattle, Washington. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerSeattle, WA
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See all 1 projectsKseniia Design Studio is a web design company specializing in custom website development and branding. Their clients praise the studio for creating aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly designs, with 100% positive feedback highlighting Kseniia's professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex terms. Clients report successful outcomes, such as generating business leads shortly after the website launch.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Suzanne Harrison, Web Design + Build is a web design company. The small Seattle, Washington-based team provides Web Design and Branding. The firm was established in 2012.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Launch Industries is a web design agency. The team offers Web Design and Web Development and is based in Seattle, Washington.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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Substantial, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2006. The team provides Digital Strategy and Mobile App Development and is in Seattle, Washington.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Urban Influence, a branding firm, was established in 2003. The small team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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See all 3 projectsFlying Eye Design is a graphic design company that excels in branding and website development, led by Jeff, who also provides consultancy and strategic support. The reviews indicate a 100% satisfaction rate, emphasizing Jeff's creativity, professionalism, and effective communication. A common theme is Jeff's ability to surpass expectations, working closely with clients to realize their visions while providing exceptional value.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Reptagon Digital is a web design agency. They are based in Seattle, Washington and have small team. They focus on Web Design and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Seattle, WA
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Pop is a branding company. Located in Seattle, Washington and Brazil, their midsize team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing. The firm was launched in 1996.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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The Garrigan Lyman Group is an Advertising company. Established in 1993, the company is based in Seattle, Washington. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Founded in 2019, Wildforth Creative is a branding agency. The firm focuses on Branding and Graphic Design, and is small.
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See all 1 projectscMedia Productions is a digital media company specializing in branding, website design, and digital marketing services. Reviews indicate a mixed experience, with approximately 50% of feedback highlighting dissatisfaction due to issues with project management, overcharging, and template usage, while 50% acknowledge their helpful marketing support and responsive communication. Clients are advised to scrutinize contracts and verify the originality of designs and content.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Bellevue, WA
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WE Communications is a large Bellevue, Washington-based PR company. The team provides Public Relations and Branding.
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Crossroads Creative LLC is a web design agency. They specialize in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2003.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Enter The Studio is a web design agency. Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, the team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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Small branding company ImageCo Branding, is located in Bellevue, Washington. Their services include Branding and Logo.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
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AMP Creative is a Corporate Training & Coaching company. The Dallas, Texas-based company was launched in 2002. Their services include Corporate Training & Coaching and Video Production.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mill Creek, WA
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Venbit is a print design company founded in 2010. Headquartered in Mill Creek, Washington and Arlington, Washington, the team offers Print Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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Phoenix Creative Solutions, a small branding company, is based in Bellevue, Washington. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woodinville, WA
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Established in 2013, Ascend Marketing and Consulting is a SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Applied Imagination Media, Inc. Is a Federal Way, Washington-based web design company. Founded in 2010, the team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Renton, WA
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Launched in 2015, AssetLab Marketing is a web design company. The team provides Web Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Shoreline, WA
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See all 5 projectsVisionSnap, Inc. is a web design company specializing in custom website development, UI/UX design, and responsive web design services. With a focus on personalized service, they consistently deliver high-quality, visually appealing websites that enhance user experience. All reviews reflect positive feedback, highlighting Ian's exceptional project management and communication skills, with 100% of clients impressed by the team's responsiveness and strategic input.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tukwila, WA
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See all 2 projectsSwatch Junkie Creative offers branding services, specializing in visual identity and messaging. Their reviews highlight a personalized approach and thorough research, with 100% of clients noting timely delivery and effective communication. Clients appreciate their strategic work and alignment with company values, making them a trusted partner for brand development and revitalization projects.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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Omnia Digital Media is an IT managed services company. They offer IT managed services and Web Design and are located in Bellevue, Washington.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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RoryMartin.com Web Design and Marketing, a SEO agency, was founded in 1996. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redmond, WA
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SEMCLIX is a small Redmond, Washington-based SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Headquartered in Seattle, Washington, ShiftUp | A Strategic Change Agency is a small branding company. The team offers Branding and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Federal Way, WA
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Creative Clear is a web design agency. Their team is in Federal Way, Washington. The firm focuses on Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Transom is a web design agency. Based in Seattle, Washington, their team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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BookCleaningJobs.com is a pay per click agency based in Seattle, Washington. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2017.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Edmonds, WA
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See all 1 projectsKertis Digital is a web design company known for delivering custom website development and responsive web design services. Their work has been praised for generating more leads and sales, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing professional project management and timely delivery. Clients appreciate the value and alignment with company values offered by Kertis Digital.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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See all 2 projectsSWECKER is a versatile digital solutions company specializing in web development and digital marketing, including e-document delivery and interactive web tools. Reviews highlight their punctuality, budget adherence, and effective communication, with 100% of clients praising their flexibility and partnership. Only one minor critique was noted regarding the tone of a social media campaign, indicating a generally high level of client satisfaction.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Civilization is an UX design agency. In Seattle, Washington, the agency was launched in 2012. Their services include UX/UI Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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Kenna Media is a SEO company. Established in 2010, the firm is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Bothell, WA
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Launched in 2010, KREATIVE is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kent, WA
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New Tech Web, Inc. Is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is located in Kent, Washington and provides Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy. The firm was founded in 1997.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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See all 1 projectsArchimedes Consulting provides services in creating and optimizing internal operating systems, including AI integration. Reviews highlight their ability to transform companies to fully digital operations, significantly improving efficiency in various departments. Clients commend their personalized service, responsiveness, and alignment with company values.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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DNA Seattle is an Advertising company. The small Seattle, Washington-based team offers Advertising and Branding. The firm was founded in 1998.
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List of the Top 15 Seattle Web Design Agencies
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Medina, WA
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36/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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36/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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34.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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35.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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35/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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31.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Edmonds, WA
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34.5/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Kirkland, WA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Bellevue, WA
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32.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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26.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.1/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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33.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Bellevue, WA
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28.8/40.016/20 Reviews7/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Web Design60% Other
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Top Web Design Agencies in Seattle
A Seattle web design agency plans, designs, and builds websites that balance aesthetics with functionality. Typical deliverables include:
- UX research and information architecture
- Responsive UI design and style guides
- Front-end development in HTML, CSS, JavaScript; often paired with CMSs like WordPress or headless platforms
- Performance optimization, accessibility compliance, and ongoing maintenance
Because Seattle agencies work in a tech-savvy market, many also integrate advanced features such as custom APIs, SaaS dashboards, or e-commerce engines like Shopify and BigCommerce.
Local firms understand the Pacific Northwest audience and competitive landscape. They can:
- Schedule on-site workshops across neighborhoods, from Pioneer Square to Fremont, without time-zone friction.
- Leverage regional insights from sectors that dominate the area, including cloud services, biotech, and outdoor gear.
- Tap personal networks at Seattle-area media outlets and tech meetups to boost your launch visibility.
If face-to-face collaboration or Northwest market knowledge is important, choosing a nearby team adds measurable value.
Project budgets vary widely:
- Brochure or microsite: $7,000–$15,000
- Mid-size marketing site with custom CMS: $20,000–$45,000
- Enterprise-grade or e-commerce build: $50,000–$150,000+
Seattle rates tend to fall between $125–$200 per hour, reflecting the city’s high cost of living and demand for senior talent. Many agencies offer phased roadmaps or fixed-price sprints so startups can control cash flow.
Drawing on the region’s diverse economy, agencies here often specialize in:
- Cloud & SaaS platforms
- Healthcare and med-tech
- Outdoor recreation and apparel
- Non-profits and higher education
- Fintech and maritime logistics
Look for case studies that align with your sector to ensure the team knows your user expectations and compliance requirements.
Start by defining success metrics such as conversion rate, load speed, brand consistency, or ADA compliance. Then:
- Shortlist agencies with relevant portfolios and verified Clutch reviews.
- Request proposals that include a timeline, tech stack, team structure, and iterations.
- Interview project leads to gauge chemistry, communication cadence, and problem-solving approach.
Prioritize firms that offer transparent scopes, proactive project management (e.g., Slack + Jira), and clear post-launch support.
Watch for these red flags:
- Vague pricing or unwillingness to provide a line-item estimate.
- Over-promising launch dates without acknowledging content or approval dependencies.
- Lack of direct access to designers or developers—only sales reps.
- Few or no recent local references despite claiming Seattle roots.
- One-size-fits-all design mockups rather than user-researched wireframes.
If any of these surface during discovery calls, keep looking—Seattle’s market has plenty of reputable options.