Top Web Design Companies in Tennessee
From Nashville’s healthcare giants and music scene to Knoxville’s research corridor and Chattanooga’s “Gig City” fiber network, Tennessee offers a deep bench of design talent. On Clutch, you can quickly compare top web design companies in Tennessee by verified client reviews, portfolios, platform expertise (WordPress, Shopify, Webflow), and budget.
Our independent review process verifies projects end to end, so you can confidently hire a partner for branding, UI/UX, content strategy, accessibility, and conversion-focused builds. Use filters to narrow by city (Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Chattanooga), industry, client size, or hourly rate—and find a local partner that understands your market and audience. Explore related lists to start your short list:
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 100 projectsUPQODE is a dynamic web design and development company specializing in custom website development, responsive design, and user experience (UX) design. Analyzing the reviews, 100% of clients praised their project management, responsiveness, and ability to align business goals with digital strategy. Furthermore, over 90% highlighted their technical expertise and creativity, resulting in high-quality, mobile-friendly designs that enhance brand presence and user engagement.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 48 projectsGLIDE® is a web design and development company offering services such as UI/UX design, responsive web design, and custom website development. The company received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with nearly 100% of reviewers praising their project management and communication abilities. Clients consistently highlight their ability to create visually engaging and intuitive websites, and their commitment to client satisfaction and innovative solutions is frequently noted in reviews.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 37 projectsThrillX is a web design and development company specializing in UI/UX design, conversion rate optimization, and custom website development. Across reviews, 100% of clients praised ThrillX's responsiveness and strategic focus, with highlights including a 73% conversion rate boost and a new website improving SEO visibility. Clients consistently commend their ability to balance creativity with data-driven insights, ensuring tailored solutions that exceed expectations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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Hart Graphics is a small Knoxville, Tennessee-based graphic design company. The team specializes in Graphic Design and Logo.
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Graphic Creations, Inc. Is a Knoxville, Tennessee-based branding agency. Founded in 1987, the team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 17 projectsGroundwrk is a web design company specializing in UI/UX design and custom website development with a focus on creating responsive, mobile-friendly, and user-centric websites. Across their reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction with Groundwrk's professional project management, timely delivery, and innovative design solutions. Clients consistently highlight the company’s ability to meet diverse needs and deliver creative, high-quality web design services.
$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 47 projectsQream is a creative agency specializing in Website Design, UI/UX Design, and Responsive Design services. The feedback from clients is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting their creative expertise and ability to deliver user-friendly and visually appealing designs. Approximately 100% of reviewers commend their timely delivery and responsiveness, while their innovative design approach is a recurring theme in about 90% of the reviews.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 9 projectsAjroni is a web design and development company that excels in creating custom websites and offering comprehensive user experience (UX) design services. With 100% positive feedback, clients consistently praise their responsive communication, timely delivery, and ability to meet project requirements. Ajroni's expertise extends to SEO and mobile-friendly design, ensuring a robust online presence for their clients.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Murfreesboro, TN
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Wax Family Printing, LLC is a branding agency. Their small team is headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and specializes in Branding and Graphic Design. The agency was founded in 1966.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Memphis, TN
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LunaWeb is a PPC agency launched in 1995. Located in Memphis, Tennessee, the team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oak Ridge, TN
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Founded in 2010, Acato Information Management LLC is a custom software development firm. Their services include Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ooltewah, TN
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The Biggest Nerd is a PPC agency. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and are in Ooltewah, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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ChartLocal is an Advertising company. The Chattanooga, Tennessee-based agency offers Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves TennesseeServices provided
See all 33 projectsLform Design is a web design and development company specializing in custom website development, responsive design, and UI/UX design services. Across their reviews, 100% of feedback highlights their exceptional project management and personalized service. Approximately 85% of reviewers commend their ability to meet deadlines and deliver aesthetically pleasing, user-friendly websites that align with client visions, showcasing their competence in both front-end and back-end development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Nashville Web Design is an e-commerce development company launched in 1996. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fayetteville, TN
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Exchange Media Group is an Advertising company. In Fayetteville, Tennessee, the firm was established in 1979. Their team focuses on Advertising and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, TN
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Devvly is a small Columbia, Tennessee-based custom software development company. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Franklin, TN
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Headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, iPitCrew is a Direct Marketing company. They focus on Direct Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerKnoxville, TN
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Coy Kindred Consulting is a web design agency located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerNashville, TN
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Web design agency Hard Web Design is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. They offer Web Design and Web Development and were founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morristown, TN
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Web design company System 22 I.T. Solutions was launched in 2007. The team specializes in Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Launched in 1986, Garmezy Media is an Advertising company. In Nashville, Tennessee, the team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Tactical Magic is a branding agency. The Memphis, Tennessee-based firm was launched in 2001. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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One Black Dog is a small Marketing Strategy company in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and Austin, Texas. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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DefiNetContact is a Content Marketing company. The Nashville, Tennessee-based team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Harvest Creative is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Advertising company Loaded For Bear was launched in 2012. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Redmond Design is a Memphis, Tennessee-based social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Second to Nunn Design is a small Memphis, Tennessee-based branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Franklin, TN
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In Franklin, Tennessee, Green Apple Strategy is a web design company. Founded in 2012, the team specializes in Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Girlilla Marketing is an Advertising company launched in 2008. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, the team offers Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Established in 2003, Brand Aid Design Co. Is a small branding firm. Their team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Carter Malone Group, an Advertising company, was established in 2003. The firm specializes in Advertising and Public Relations, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Memphis, TN
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Cobblestone Media Group is a Content Marketing company. In Memphis, Tennessee, their small team provides Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The company was established in 2011.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Collierville, TN
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Stakt is a small Collierville, Tennessee-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Logo.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Caddis is a web design company. Their team is in Franklin, Tennessee. The firm focuses on Web Design and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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Launched in 2015, Lotus Apps is a mobile application development company. The small team focuses on Mobile App Development and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jefferson City, TN
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InnerDigital is a Digital Strategy company. They are in Jefferson City, Tennessee, and their services include Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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Chattanooga Web Design is a Digital Strategy company based in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They focus on Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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Founded in 2011, KNOXDEV is a graphic design company. The agency focuses on Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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In Chattanooga, Tennessee, Nooga Labs is a graphic design agency. Their services include Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Established in 2007, Southside Creative, a small graphic design company, is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their team specializes in Graphic Design and Market Research.
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Established in 2001, Tubatomic, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their services include Advertising and Market Research.
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Counsel Creative is an user experience company established in 2015. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Branding.
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Waterhouse Public Relations is a branding firm established in 1992. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Widgets & Stone is a branding firm. They are located in Chattanooga, Tennessee and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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Strafire Media is a small Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Graphic Design and were founded in 2012.
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Headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Technologic Chattanooga is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and E-Commerce Development and were launched in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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Technology Projects , a small Architectural Design company, is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The team focuses on Architectural Design and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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Robin Easter Design is a small Knoxville, Tennessee-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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New Frame Creative is a branding company headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kingsport, TN
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ARO Creative Inc is an Advertising company. The team is based in Kingsport, Tennessee, and their services include Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kingsport, TN
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Advertising company Possible Zone Online Marketing was launched in 2013. Headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maryville, TN
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Established in 2014, Epic Nine is a graphic design company. The company specializes in Graphic Design and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Branding firm Geisler Young was established in 2006. In Nashville, Tennessee, the team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cookeville, TN
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Email Marketing company Fastrak Solutions offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They are headquartered in Cookeville, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Data Driven Design is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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List of the Top 15 Tennessee Web Design Agencies
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Memphis, TN
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35.8/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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35.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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36.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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36.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Franklin, TN
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36.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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34.3/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Smyrna, TN
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31.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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33.9/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Memphis, TN
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32.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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28.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Franklin, TN
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29.8/40.015.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Memphis, TN
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32.3/40.014.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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30/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jefferson City, TN
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26.2/40.015.6/20 Reviews5.2/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Columbia, TN
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30/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.8/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Memphis, TN
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30.3/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Spring Hill, TN
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31.3/40.017.6/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Franklin, TN
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29.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews7/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Murfreesboro, TN
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30.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Smyrna, TN
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25/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.6/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brentwood, TN
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27.6/40.016/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Clarksville, TN
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24.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews3/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brentwood, TN
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27.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews5.5/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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25.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.4/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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25.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.8/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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27/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.5/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Memphis, TN
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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25.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews2.8/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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25.7/40.015.8/20 Reviews3.9/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Tennessee Web Design FAQs
Hiring locally can speed discovery and build alignment through in-person workshops—helpful if your team is in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, or Chattanooga. By partnering with these dedicated firms, you unlock strategic benefits such as:
- Understand regional audiences and local SEO signals (maps, citations, “near me” queries)
- Have experience with area-specific industries like healthcare, logistics, higher ed, music, and hospitality
- Can advise on accessibility and compliance for enterprise healthcare and university sites common in the state
If you’re comparing web design companies in Nashville, a local partner often brings media, venue, and event insights that a remote team might miss.
Pricing varies because of factors like scope, platform, and content needs. According to Clutch’s recent data, most Tennessee-based web designers offer:
- Hourly rates: typically $75 – $150+ for experienced teams
- Small business sites (5–10 pages): $3,000 – $10,000
- Growth-focused sites with custom design, SEO, and copy: $10,000 – $40,000
- E-commerce or complex builds (integrations, membership, multi-language): $25,000 –$80,000+
Ask for a fixed bid with assumptions, a timeline, and a change-order policy. For a Nashville web design company targeting fast turnarounds (e.g., product launches or tour announcements), rush fees may apply.
- Healthcare and health tech (Nashville’s national hub)
- Logistics and transportation (Memphis distribution corridor)
- Higher education and research (UT Knoxville, Vanderbilt, Oak Ridge National Laboratory ecosystem)
- Music, entertainment, and events (Nashville)
- Manufacturing and B2B
- Tourism, hospitality, and restaurants
Many agencies also specialize in Shopify and WooCommerce for regional retailers and makers—ideal if you’re seeking a website design Knoxville, TN merchants can scale with.
Start by outlining your project’s specific requirements and objectives to guide your search. Then, go to Clutch to find trusted firms and assess your options by following these 5 key steps:
- Review portfolios — look for modern UI, mobile performance, and case studies in your sector
- Check platform fit — WordPress vs. Webflow vs. Shopify and how they’ll handle content migration
- Validate SEO and accessibility — ask for a plan covering technical SEO, Core Web Vitals, and WCAG 2.2
- Confirm analytics and KPIs — event tracking, dashboards, and reporting cadence
- Request references near you (a Knoxville web design company with peer references is a plus)
Shortlist 2–3 firms, run a paid discovery or design sprint, and compare deliverables before you commit.
- No discovery process or user research; they jump straight to visuals
- Vague pricing without scope, milestones, or ownership of source files
- No plan for SEO, performance, or accessibility (common pitfalls in redesigns)
- Limited CMS training or handoff support; no maintenance or security plan
- Overpromising timelines (complex builds rarely launch “in a few weeks”)
- Thin local references if they advertise as “web design Tennessee” specialists
Ask for a sample timeline, acceptance criteria, and a post-launch warranty to reduce risk.