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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 101 projectsVention is a versatile web development company specializing in custom website development, full-stack web development, and web application development. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients commend Vention for their responsive communication, high-quality engineering services, and expertise in scaling teams quickly. Approximately 75% of reviews highlight the company's strong cultural fit and dedication to client success.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 14 projectsTKX Media, a full-service Web Development company, is highly regarded for its comprehensive services, including Custom Website Development, SEO, and PPC management. Across all reviews, their commitment to project timelines and proactive communication is consistently praised. Impressively, 100% of reviewers noted their professional, responsive approach, and 86% highlighted their ability to tailor solutions to client needs.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 126 projectsStorm Brain is a web development company specializing in website design, online development, and custom website development. Their clients consistently praise their professionalism, strategic thinking, and excellent communication skills, with 100% of reviews highlighting their timely delivery and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their ability to transform business goals into effective digital strategies, making them a highly recommended partner for web and digital projects.
$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 20 projects10Pines is a web development company highly praised for its excellent communication, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver high-quality projects on time. Specializing in custom website development, full-stack web development, and web application development, they consistently meet client expectations, with over 90% positive feedback emphasizing their responsiveness and project management skills. Clients appreciate their adaptability and deep involvement in projects.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Gamut Dev is an user experience design agency launched in 2010. The firm offers UX/UI Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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Webs Anchor is a small Pasadena, California-based social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 40 projectsPowerGate Software is a versatile Web Development company specializing in a wide range of custom software solutions, including Front-End and Back-End Development, Web Design, and Full-Stack Web Development. The feedback across reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with over 90% of clients praising their effective communication, timely delivery, and technical expertise, particularly in AI and application development. Their agile project management and attention to detail have been highlighted as key strengths by multiple clients.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 27 projectsThe Smyth Group is a full-stack web development company that excels in web application development, design, and custom online solutions. Their clients commend the group for their exceptional project management, timely delivery, and effective communication, with a 100% positive feedback rate across various reviews. Notably, 83% of reviewers highlight their impressive customer service and talented U.S.-based team, underscoring their commitment to meeting client needs efficiently.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Los Angeles, CAServices provided
See all 37 projectsPragmatica is a web development company specializing in custom website development, web design, and full-stack web development. Reviewers highlight their strong communication, timely project delivery, and alignment with client goals. With a 100% satisfaction rate mentioned in reviews, clients particularly value their responsive communication and ability to translate visions into reality.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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Ambition Labs, an application development firm, was established in 2020. They specializes in Mobile App Development and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsWeb Districts offers services such as website creation, with a particular focus on e-commerce solutions. However, feedback for Web Districts indicates significant concerns, with allegations of fraudulent behavior and deceptive practices. Multiple reviews assert that the company is involved in scamming activities, which raises serious trust and reliability issues.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Artesia, CA
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Established in 2023, Abse Tech Inc is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cerritos, CA
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Brand Pro Max is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2025. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is based in Cerritos, California.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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The Wellspring Agency is a web development company. The agency is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their team offers Web Development and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2018, SEO MarkLead Co is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Moxie, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2000. The midsize team focuses on Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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Founded in 2010, Pro-Tek Consulting is a Business Consulting company. Their services include Business Consulting and other IT consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Techonomics, a cloud consulting & SI company, was founded in 2013. The team focuses on cloud consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Laurel and Grey LLC, a social media marketing firm, is based in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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Quinney Media Group is a Market Research company. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, their small team offers Market Research and Marketing Strategy. The firm was founded in 2021.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Chadsel LLC is an AI Consulting company. The company is in Long Beach, California. Their services include AI Consulting and AI Agents.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Beverly Hills, CA
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See all 1 projectsAIM Tech AI offers HRIS software, custom integrations, and compliance and fraud detection solutions. Reviews highlight their reliability, technical expertise, and commitment to partnership, consistently delivering projects on time, often under budget. Clients commend their alignment with company values and honest communication throughout the project lifecycle.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Swipecreatif is a branding agency established in 2022. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing and is located in Los Angeles, California and Los Angeles, California.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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USA Web Design Experts is a midsize Los Angeles, California-based e-commerce development firm. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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1969 Communications is a Los Angeles, California-based web development company. The team offers Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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See all 1 projectsWe are dedicated to guiding you to navigate through the digital realm in order to grow your business from the introduction phase to the growth stage. We envision driving positive outcomes by
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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Technology Spree is a Business Consulting company. The team focuses on Business Consulting and Custom Software Development, and the agency is located in Kolkata, India and Pasadena, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49La Palma, CA
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DK Website Design is a branding firm headquartered in La Palma, California. They offer Branding and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2016.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Small web design agency Dev Ninjas, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California and San Francisco, California. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Anaheim, CA
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Anaeim SEO is a branding agency located in Anaheim, California. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Suryavanshi Ventures is a small software development company based in Jabalpur, India and Los Angeles, California. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Metastability Inc is a custom software development company. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development, and the firm is in Los Angeles, California.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Torrance, CA
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Website development company Ergoseo was established in 2012. The team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lawndale, CA
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Total Blossom LLC is a custom software development company. The firm is located in Lawndale, California. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2022, Orient8 Digital Marketing Agency is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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AZRA is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is located in Santa Monica, California and specializes in Digital Strategy and UX/UI Design.
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In Los Angeles, California, Digifetch LLC is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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GOKU, a website development company, was launched in 2024. The team provides Web Development and Marketing Strategy and is in Los Angeles, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Calabasas, CA
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See all 17 projectsXivic is a full-service web development and digital marketing company specializing in custom website development, SEO, and web application development. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with approximately 95% of reviewers highlighting their expertise, proactive approach, and effective project management. Clients frequently commend Xivic for their ability to exceed expectations and their impressive responsiveness to client needs.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsLuisSebastian.NET provides logo design and digital content creation services, specializing in creating aesthetically aligned branding materials. Reviews highlight the company's responsiveness, strong communication, and ability to deliver high-quality results despite unforeseen delays. Clients appreciate the collaborative approach and attention to detail, which ensures their expectations are met satisfactorily.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Culver City, CA
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Founded in 2014, TRINE is a small Event Marketing company. Their team provides Event Marketing and Web Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2020, Good Ground is a branding agency. The company focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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SPINX Inc. Is a graphic design agency based in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Graphic Design and Mobile App Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Glendale, CA
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Esthete is a Glendale, California-based website development company and application development company. Their services include Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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ServiceZone is a web design agency. Their small team is in Los Angeles, California and focuses on Web Design and Web Development. The company was founded in 2018.
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GyanMatrix, a web development company, is in El Segundo, California and El Segundo, California. They focus on Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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WebAngeles LLC, a small web development company, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Web Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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LA Local SEO is a SEO agency. The small Los Angeles, California-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The agency was founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Graphic design agency Colorola Studios is based in Los Angeles, California. They specialize in Graphic Design and Branding and were launched in 2000.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Torrance, CA
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WordPress Superheroes, a web development firm, focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Torrance, California.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Santa Monica, CA
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Launched in 2001, Mindgruve is a media planning and buying company. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9South Pasadena, CA
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Present Studio is an e-commerce development firm based in South Pasadena, California and Edinburgh, Scotland. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Big Rig Media is a print design agency founded in 2000. Their services include Print Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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NKP Medical is a small PPC company located in Los Angeles, California. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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Paolucci Salling & Martin is a small El Segundo, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glendale, CA
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Compass365, a cloud consulting & SI company, was established in 1986. Located in Glendale, California, the team specializes in cloud consulting & SI and ECM consulting and SI.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Monrovia, CA
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Launched in 2013, COGNAK is a web design company. Headquartered in Monrovia, California, the team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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List of the Top 15 Los Angeles Web Development Firms
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Covina, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Santa Monica, CA
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999West Hollywood, CA
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Cypress, CA
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Manhattan Beach, CA
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36.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Beverly Hills, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Beverly Hills, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Manhattan Beach, CA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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38.2/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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37.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Altadena, CA
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39.1/40.020/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49El Segundo, CA
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39.3/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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32.8/40.018.8/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Culver City, CA
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34/40.020/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Santa Monica, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Burbank, CA
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36.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Santa Monica, CA
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35.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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33/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Marina del Rey, CA
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Burbank, CA
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35.2/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Marina del Rey, CA
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34.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Los Angeles Web Developers FAQs
A well-developed website will reflect positively on your brand. To help you find a top web developer in Los Angeles, we have provided answers to some common questions below.
Budgets range from $25,000–$100,000+ depending on complexity. Creative portfolio sites may start around $30K, while e-commerce or web apps with media-rich elements can exceed $120K.
They blend technical performance with visual storytelling, which is ideal for fashion, lifestyle, entertainment, and influencer-led brands.
Yes. Many offer support retainers for UX iteration, performance optimization, content uploads, and bug fixes, which is especially important for fast-paced launches or content-heavy platforms.
L.A. developers often work with modern frameworks like React, Vue, Next.js, and Node.js, alongside CMS platforms like WordPress, Webflow, and Shopify. Many also integrate custom APIs and animation libraries to support creative industries.
An LA web development agency plans, designs, builds, and maintains websites or web apps. Typical deliverables include:
- Technical discovery and architecture planning
- UX/UI design tailored for multi-device audiences
- Front-end development using frameworks like React or Vue
- Back-end development in Node.js, Python, PHP, or .NET
- QA testing, security hardening, and post-launch support
Many firms also integrate third-party APIs, set up cloud hosting on AWS or GCP, and provide ongoing DevOps monitoring.
Here are some advantages of hiring a Los Angeles-based web developer:
- Proximity to leading entertainment, ecommerce, and SaaS brands offers deep cross-industry expertise.
- Easy collaboration if you’re headquartered in Southern California. Face-to-face sprints beat Zoom fatigue.
- Access to bilingual (English-Spanish) talent for reaching diverse LA audiences.
- Local firms understand California’s strict data-privacy laws (CCPA) and accessibility requirements.
Budgets vary by scope, but here are some examples of what web development firms in Los Angeles can offer:
- Basic marketing site: $15k–$40k
- Custom web app or headless CMS build: $50k–$150k
- Enterprise platforms with complex integrations: $150k+
Hourly rates generally range $100–$200. Agencies in downtown LA and Santa Monica tend to price higher than shops in the Valley, but many offer milestone-based or fixed-price models for transparency.
Thanks to the city’s diverse economy, agencies regularly tackle projects in:
- Entertainment & streaming
- Ecommerce & DTC retail
- Healthtech & biotech
- Fintech
- Gaming & AR/VR
- Nonprofit & education (USC, UCLA spin-offs)
You can use the guidelines to help improve your web development agency hiring process:
- Define must-have features, integrations, and launch timeline.
- Review Clutch profiles for case studies similar to your project.
- Shortlist agencies with proven expertise in your tech stack (e.g., Shopify, Magento, Django).
- Interview project leads. Ask about sprint cadence, QA processes, and post-launch SLAs.
- Request references from LA-area clients for on-the-ground feedback.
Be careful of web development firms in Los Angeles that display these traits:
- Vague proposals with no line-item budgeting
- Overpromising timelines that ignore QA cycles
- Limited communication tools (no Slack, Jira, or weekly stand-ups)
- No mention of ADA compliance or CCPA considerations
- High staff turnover or reliance on solely offshore teams without a local PM