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Best California Artificial Intelligence Company Rankings

451 Companies - Rankings updated: April 02, 2026

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  • Strategy, Analytics & Intelligent Systems

    Strategy, Analytics & Intelligent Systems

    We build intelligent systems that improve decision-making, automate operations, and strengthen product performance. Our team blends strategy, analytics, and AI to deliver measurable improvements for enterprises, startups, and government clients.  [... view Sogos Consulting profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $140/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • It All Starts With Choosing the Right Team

    It All Starts With Choosing the Right Team

    OCDLab, based in Irvine, California, specializes in custom web and mobile app development and chatbot solution, offering a team of passionate app developers.  [... view OCDLab profile ]
    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Brand Strategy & Design Firm

    Brand Strategy & Design Firm

    Emotive Brand is a San Francisco Bay Area brand strategy and design firm that helps companies transform their business by making brands matter more to people.  [... view Emotive Brand profile ]
    Location
    Oakland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
  • Building Tomorrow, Together

    Building Tomorrow, Together

    Through 12 years of experience, we take pride in developing amazing software applications used by millions of people around the world.  [... view Rivka Development profile ]
    Location
    Chula Vista, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Customer engagement powered by AI

    Customer engagement powered by AI

    Founded by a team from Google, Apple, and Intuit, Smith.ai is known for superior call answering services. Our friendly, professional virtual receptionists answer calls, web chats, and texts, book appointments, qualify leads, handle new customer intake, answer questions, and make outbound calls for you and  [... view Smith.ai profile ]
    Location
    Los Altos, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
  • Accounting + ERP Integration & Fintech Software Development Company

    Accounting + ERP Integration & Fintech Software Development Company

    Satva Solutions is a leading Accounting Integration company and FinTech Product Development Agency all over the globe. We are premier in Accounting Integrations service for CPAs, SaaS companies, and Small & Medium Businesses and have a team of experts with a wealth of experience in this area. We at Satva  [... view Satva Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Castaic, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Startup-Friendly IT Company

    A Startup-Friendly IT Company

    ConsultingWhiz, a pioneering software and mobile solutions provider based in the USA, stands as a leading force in the industry.  [... view ConsultingWhiz profile ]
    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Top Web and Mole App Development Company

    Top Web and Mole App Development Company

    Webmob Technologies is global leader in custom web & app development, offering consulting & development services to businesses of all sizes -from startups to mid-sized organizations to enterprises. Our custom web & app-development expertise have earned us top reviews & prominent position in industry  [... view WebMob Technologies profile ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Designing and Development Made Easy

    Designing and Development Made Easy

    We believe enhanced product designs integrated with advanced technology can significantly propel business growth and market expansion. We're committed to addressing our client's needs, providing unparalleled customer service, and delivering exceptional product quality through cutting-edge technology  [... view EZ Digital profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Brand and Digital Experience Platforms That Matter

    Brand and Digital Experience Platforms That Matter

    Propane is a San Francisco based brand, digital experience and platforms consultancy founded in 2003. The agency envisions, co-creates and builds brand and digital transformation platforms designed to deliver revenue, measurable outcomes and emotional connection (love).  [... view Propane profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Build Mobile Apps that Grow Your Business

    Build Mobile Apps that Grow Your Business

    MetaCTO will transform your vision into impactful mobile apps that drive new revenue, attract more customers, and keep them coming back longer. Our mission is to make your business a technology leader in your field.  [... view MetaCTO profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Lets Create Human Agency

    Lets Create Human Agency

    Development, Data Science, and Design in the service of increasing agency for our clients, our employees, and humanity.  [... view AE.Studio profile ]
    Location
    Marina del Rey, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Marketing With a Conscience

    Marketing With a Conscience

    Our digital marketing agency is dedicated to empowering outdoor, travel & tourism, and wellness brands to change the world and transform communities.We're focused on bringing the right customers to your website to convert. We scale our clients through authentic messaging, unique marketing strategies crafted  [... view Bgood Media profile ]
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Rocket your business forward with our expertise.

    Rocket your business forward with our expertise.

    Rocket Systems is focused on producing high-quality code, we take extra precautions to ensure that our technological approach is congruent with the ambitions of our customers. Additionally, we strive to create code bases that are both scalable and easily maintained. In order to construct a digital product  [... view Rocket Systems profile ]
    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Award Winning Software Development Company From Irvine, California

    Award Winning Software Development Company From Irvine, California

    WeblineGlobal is an award-winning Software Development Company from Irvine, California, USA; active since 1999. We are considered as one of the leading software development organizations in the Market, started providing enterprise services and solutions, well before our counterparts.  [... view WeblineGlobal profile ]
    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Broadcast and Enterprise Innovation with AI-Driven Solutions

    Empowering Broadcast and Enterprise Innovation with AI-Driven Solutions

    InterKnowlogy provides services such as software development, Creating outstanding experiences for clients around the globe. We help our clients manage, visualize and present data in a meaningful way. They integrate across all existing data sources to provide a single, unified solution. We create platforms  [... view Interknowlogy profile ]
    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Start Your Supply Chain Transformation Now

    Start Your Supply Chain Transformation Now

    Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. They empower the customers with speed, visibility, automation and resiliency to thrive on change.  [... view Bristlecone profile ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • We create and you accelerate.

    We create and you accelerate.

    HyperGrowth is a full service AI Native Marketing company, that helps Brands and Products launch and scale at HyperSpeed! We specialize in Short Form Video, Performance Marketing, Branding, Design and UI/UX. We've delievered over 50 5 Star Projects. Our superstar team has worked on campaigns with Hush  [... view HyperGrowth profile ]
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Technological Power-House

    A Technological Power-House

    A Technical Powerhouse with over 60 years of combined expertise in developing performance-driven, high-tech solutions for the financial and banking sectors by emphasizing creativity and innovation. Android-based software development for mobile terminals and POS terminals. We specialize in the creation of  [... view Alcosi Group profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The Solutions People

    The Solutions People

    Arrow's eInfochips is a worldwide leader in product engineering and semiconductor design services. With over 500 products created and 40 million installations in 140 countries, eInfochips continues to drive technical innovation in a variety of industries. Digital transformation and linked IoT solutions are  [... view EInfochips profile ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Elevating Business, Amplifying Potential

    Elevating Business, Amplifying Potential

    An IT consultancy company helping companies with software development, custom solutions, AI implementation, and many more by providing engineers on a contract basis. Also helping organizations transform customer service, streamline operations, and discover new opportunities across their enterprise platforms.  [... view Xccelerance profile ]
    Location
    Dublin, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $18/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Innovative and intelligent technology solutions and services

    Innovative and intelligent technology solutions and services

    If we break down the essence of Luminoguru, it is made up of two words: 'Lumino' meaning 'Light' and 'Guru' meaning 'Teacher'. In the realm of work, light symbolizes clarity and inspiration. Like a guiding beacon, it lightens up ideas, nurtures creativity, and transforms the workspace into a realm where  [... see all LuminoGuru reviews ]
    Location
    Nevada City, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Powering AI-Driven Solutions From Chip to Cloud for Digital Excellence

    Powering AI-Driven Solutions From Chip to Cloud for Digital Excellence

    With a holistic approach, ACL Digital's experts help TMT companies thrive in the rapidly changing business landscape. They increase adaptability and resilience across multiple industries.  [... view ACL Digital profile ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • Solving Complex Problems with Innovative Solutions

    Solving Complex Problems with Innovative Solutions

    Cloud Brigade is a strategic and custom business and technical services provider. With over 15 years of experience, we excel in building innovative projects and solving complex business problems through technology. Our unique expertise allows us to see beyond boundaries and deliver exceptional solutions. We  [... view Cloud Brigade profile ]
    Location
    Santa Cruz, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Were A Design Accelerator

    Were A Design Accelerator

    Punchcut is a user interface design and innovation company specializing in mobile, connected products and services across devices.  [... view Punchcut profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Engineering Quality, Securing Digital Success.

    Engineering Quality, Securing Digital Success.

    Qualitest is the worlds leading managed services provider of AI-led quality engineering solutions. It helps brands transition through the digital assurance journey and make the move from conventional functional testing to adopt innovations such as automation, AI, blockchain, and XR.  [... view Qualitest Group profile ]
    Location
    Santa Clara, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • You Have Ideas. We Bring Them to Life.

    You Have Ideas. We Bring Them to Life.

    Our 200+ employees take pride in finding creative solutions to our clients toughest challenges whether they need us to assist with applying new technology and functionality which will increase revenue by improving their services for their customers or to reduce the expense of trying to maintain older  [... view Softjourn profile ]
    Location
    Fremont, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Smart Digital Marketing & Tech Solutions for Growth

    Smart Digital Marketing & Tech Solutions for Growth

    Ntooitive Digital helps businesses grow revenue with data-driven marketing and custom technology solutions.  [... view Ntooitive Digital profile ]
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Creative Agency for Audience-First Companies

    The Creative Agency for Audience-First Companies

    We help brands, marketing teams, and creative agencies solve their design and technical challenges with high-quality solutions.  [... view Refact profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Armed With the Right Talent, Passion, and Expertise, Any Company Can Be Unstoppable.

    Armed With the Right Talent, Passion, and Expertise, Any Company Can Be Unstoppable.

    Founded in 2002, Gorilla Logic delivers world-class software development and consulting services for enterprise-scale mobile, Web, and cloud applications. 500+ employees and three locations later, companies rely on our high-performance, distributed Agile teams to enhance their existing resources and  [... view Gorilla Logic profile ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • Make Technology Work

    Make Technology Work

    Indium is an AI-driven digital engineering company that helps enterprises build, scale, and innovate with cutting-edge technology. We specialize in custom solutions, ensuring every engagement is tailored to business needs with a relentless customer-first approach.  [... view Indium profile ]
    Location
    Cupertino, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Most Scalable Custom Software Development Company

    Most Scalable Custom Software Development Company

    CodeSparrk has been recognized as the top digital marketing agency, ranked as best digital marketing agency in research, and is a proud winner of awards in 2022.  [... view Codesparrk profile ]
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $12/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Product and Innovation Company

    Digital Product and Innovation Company

    We build digital tools that empower businesses, apps that leverage new-age technologies and design strategies that help you in your journey. Were flexible - We can help you ideate, build and launch or we can jump right in the middle to assist you.  [... view Inspeero Technologies profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Think Deeper

    Think Deeper

    Vision Elements specializes in computational sciences. Any scientific or technical challenge that involves modeling, simulation, or optimization for information extraction, reconstruction of source events, prediction, or deep knowledge of conditions might benefit from collaborating with our zealous leaders.  [... view Vision Elements profile ]
    Location
    Palo Alto, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Engineering the Future

    Engineering the Future

    We design, engineer, and deliver tailor-made technology solutions for startups, SMBs, and enterprises.  [... view Code Power profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Bridging the gap between Ideas and Reality

    Bridging the gap between Ideas and Reality

    Top mobile app development company that offers cost-effective Android, iOS applications design and development services in USA and India.  [... see all Appventurez Mobitech reviews ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Accelerating Progress Through Technology

    Accelerating Progress Through Technology

    We can extend your team, expand your products and innovate your current technology.  [... view ArkusNexus profile ]
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Building the new era of digital growth

    Building the new era of digital growth

    Nova Era is a digital solutions agency built to merge creativity with innovation, offering web and app design, development, video production, automation, and customized AI tools. The focus is always on building smarter systems that help businesses work seamlessly and communicate with impact.What defines the  [... view Nova Era Agency profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Results Driven Strategies

    Results Driven Strategies

    Facet Interactive is the go-to digital strategy agency. Our data-driven insight helps clients focus on higher-yield projects while we ensure strong returns through integrated marketing campaigns. We can step in as your product owner or CMO to provide direction when it comes to making informed product and  [... view Facet Interactive profile ]
    Location
    El Segundo, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Build Better Software.

    Build Better Software.

    Tech.us is a leading provider of specialized technology services, including custom software development, artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions, mobile app development, web and cloud application development, and cybersecurity.  [... view Tech.us, Inc profile ]
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Serving Globally

    Serving Globally

    Global Leader in Mobile App Development & Digital Engineering  [... view Markup Designs profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Ambient Technologies Solutions for Enterprises,3D VR E-Commerce,VR Training, VR Collaborative Space

    Ambient Technologies Solutions for Enterprises,3D VR E-Commerce,VR Training, VR Collaborative Space

    Qbit Technologies is a Palo Alto boutique startup, specialized in the development of virtual, augmented, and mixed reality solutions for enterprises. We focus on what we see as the first vertical applications for business purposes, developing specific products and solutions based on virtual, augmented, and  [... view Qbit Technologies Inc profile ]
    Location
    Palo Alto, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Power of CRM, Re-Imagined Through Our Innovative Products and Solutions

    The Power of CRM, Re-Imagined Through Our Innovative Products and Solutions

    PositiveEdge Solutions LLC is an IT services company with offices in the U.S., UAE, and India, specializing in implementation of Cloud Consulting (Azure and AWS), Business Analytics, AI/ML, IoT, Test Automation, ERP, Customer Relationship Management and Customer Experience solutions.  [... view PositiveEdge Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • AI to Help Your Business Run, Grow, and Transform

    AI to Help Your Business Run, Grow, and Transform

    Trace3, a pioneer in business transformation solutions, empowers organizations to lead their market space by keeping pace with the rapid changes in IT innovations ensuring relevance to specific business initiatives required to maximize revenue generation.  [... view Trace3 profile ]
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • The #1 Event for DevOps, DevsecOps, and MLOPS

    The #1 Event for DevOps, DevsecOps, and MLOPS

    Manage one product or one million, with JFrog's software development solutions. They help companies focus on their day-to-day assignments, while JFrog takes care of the IT challenges.  [... view JFrog profile ]
    Location
    Sunnyvale, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • Compelling Design Meets Robust Usability.

    Compelling Design Meets Robust Usability.

    Since 2003 we have developed bespoke websites and mobile apps for industry, government, and non-profits. From the beginning, our philosophy has been that everything we build must combine compelling design with high usability and robust security.  [... view Handmade Interactive LLC profile ]
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Fast and efficient Nocode & AI Apps.

    Fast and efficient Nocode & AI Apps.

    Codi Technologies helps businesses build applications efficiently by providing nearshore design and development services. We leverage low code tools, top tier designers & developers skilled in frontend and backend, integrations, and UX/UI to deploy ideas quickly.  [... view Codi Technologies profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Cost-Effective Enterprise Class IT Solutions for Small Business Growth

    Cost-Effective Enterprise Class IT Solutions for Small Business Growth

    We provide LA and OC metro area small businesses with Enterprise Class IT solutions, including data security, IT helpdesk & managed services, repairs and installations, and more. Get in touch to schedule your free consultation and network security audit.  [... view MZ DATA profile ]
    Location
    Long Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Protecting Your Data Powering Your Future

    Protecting Your Data Powering Your Future

    CQR delivers comprehensive cybersecurity services including penetration testing, red teaming, SOC monitoring, compliance auditing, and vulnerability assessments. Our certified specialists provide 24/7 security support to government and enterprise clients worldwide, helping organizations strengthen their  [... view CQR Company profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Empower Your Business through Transformative IT Services.

    Empower Your Business through Transformative IT Services.

    United Techno is a global IT-services and consulting firm offering data management & AI solutions, application modernization, cloud & legacy-system modernization, integration, QA/testing, and digital transformation helping businesses across retail, logistics, life sciences, e-commerce and other sectors  [... view United Techno profile ]
    Location
    Pleasanton, California
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499

About The Author and Expert Reviewer

Selina Garcia has authored 500+ articles and edited 50+ published books in economics, law, and history. Her unique blend of experiences allows her to approach content creation from a well-rounded perspective. Currently, Selina applies her expertise to producing insightful articles on IT, software, and applications for DesignRush.

Former Development Director

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