Our expert analysts identified the leading digital agencies in California that help brands establish a strong presence across all digital platforms. You can filter results by average hourly rates, reviews and company size to find the right fit for your needs.

Best California Full-Service Digital Agency Rankings

9 Companies - Rankings updated: September 09, 2026

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  • SmartSites

    Verified Verified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility. AI Leader Recognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.

    Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.

    SmartSites runs web design, SEO, PPC, email, SMS, and social media for over 1,000 businesses, with 900+ websites launched and $100M+ in client revenue generated since 2011. Thee digital ageeency holds Google Premier Partner, Meta Business Partner, and Microsoft Advertising Select Partner status...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    SmartSites Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • A&A Thermal Spray
    • AGA Truck Parts
    • Agape Health and Wellness
    • Agile Data Sites
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paloma Anguiano
      Paloma Anguiano Content Manager at JP Pierre, LLC.
      5.0

      Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano

      Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.

    • Brianna Porter
      Brianna Porter Chief Operating Officer at The Ryan Law Group
      5.0

      Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter

      SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.

    • Jim Curry
      Jim Curry Owner at Royale Coffee Co.
      5.0

      PPC Review from Jim Curry

      At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.

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  • HigherVisibility

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    5-Time SEO Agency of the Year. [Named 2024 SEO Agency of the Year by Search Engine Land]

    A five-time SEO Agency of the Year, HigherVisibility manages paid campaigns from $5K to $500K monthly through a proprietary framework that prioritizes qualified lead generation over click volume. The B2B digital agency serves clients across franchise, legal, automotive, and eCommerce sectors...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

    HigherVisibility Services

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Caliber Collision
    • BBQGuys
    • Warner Bros
    • Ebay
    • Orangetheory Fitness
    • Hotworx
    • Ziebart
    • Allied Van Lines
    • Newegg
    • Fitness 19
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    HigherVisibility Reviews & Testimonials

    • Michael Brumleve
      Michael Brumleve CEO at Brumleve Industries
      5.0

      SEO Review from Michael Brumleve

      We have used HigherVisibility now going on 3 years. Our SEO rankings and eCommerce sales have been fantastic over that time span. More than I could [have] anticipated. This team knows what they are doing in the complex SEO and PPC world and are a huge asset to us. 3 years ago, we had basically 0 online presence. Now, we are consistently ranking #1 on Google for our best-selling products. (Verified via email)

    • Jason Lewin
      Jason Lewin CMO at American Paper Optics
      5.0

      SEO Review from Jason Lewin

      Have been working with [HigherVisibility] for years, and the quality of their work just keeps getting better. Always there when you need them. Would definitely recommend! (Verified via email)

    • Ed Stephens III
      Ed Stephens III Pastor at Golden Gate Cathedral
      5.0

      Digital Marketing Review from Ed Stephens III

      HigherVisibility provided solutions to our problems. They are reliable and effective. We love working with Gracie. You can’t beat stellar customer service.

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  • The Digital Agency In Southern California & D.C. Driven By Purpose.

    New Target is a leading, award-winning digital agency providing marketing, websites, design, and branding. We've delivered for global brands you know and nonprofits you love for over 25 years from creative offices in Southern California and Washington D.C...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    New Target, Inc. Services

    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Creative Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Healthy Schools Healthy People
    • UNESCO
    • Identity Theft Resource Center
    • Partners of the Americas
    • Hire Autism
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    New Target, Inc. Reviews & Testimonials

    • Theo L. Cramer, Ed.D.
      Theo L. Cramer, Ed.D. President at Lend Your Celebrity
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Theo L. Cramer, Ed.D.

      As a newly established educational non-profit, we needed full support--website development, a logo, branding, email, etc. We could not have found a better partner than New Target, Inc. They are the consummate professionals. They were fully present and always available for questions and feedback. We were always included in the design process. The New Target, Inc. team was always attentive, they offered great recommendations, they listened, and they made us feel valued throughout the entire process. We look forward to a long relationship with their team. We highly recommend the talented staff at New Target, Inc. to any organization needing digital support. New Target, Inc. is a first-rate company.

    • David Dumas
      David Dumas Sr. Manager of IT at MATHCOUNTS Foundation
      5.0

      Web Design Review from David Dumas

      We have been working with New Target over 5 years ago and have been extremely happy with the services they have provided. We selected them to redesign our Drupal website and then provide ongoing support related to design, development, and hosting. Some of requirements of the redesign project included: a multi-program registration portal, integration with 3rd party systems (QuickBooks, Salesforce, payment platforms), merging content/users from a second website into our main one, and redeveloping a custom test scoring and reporting tool used by volunteers. Our website is utilized by several distinct constituent groups, and addressing their very different needs often requires complex functionality and workflows. Their team has been excellent at navigating these challenges and implementing systems that satisfy user requirements. It has been a great experience partnering with New Target, and I would highly recommend them to others.

    • Meara Cummings
      Meara Cummings Marketing Support at NAEMA (North American Energy Markets Association)
      5.0

      Digital Strategy Review from Meara Cummings

      We've had a fantastic experience working with the New Target team so far in our rebranding project. This is the first formal rebrand in the organizations history, so it was critical to get it right. From day one, Hannah (account manager) and Rachel (lead designer) brought a thoughtful, collaborative, and incredibly well-structured approach to the process. They have worked seamlessly with our rebrand committee, balancing creative exploration with clear communication and deadlines that kept us moving forward. After this strategic and thoughtful approach has resulted in a modern new logo and comprehensive brand guidelines that truly capture the spirit of the association. We are so grateful for their partnership and would highly recommend New Target to any organization looking for a creative / digital partner!

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  • Design In DC

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    A Digital Agency For The Future

    Design In DC provides full-service digital marketing covering SEO, paid ads across Google, Facebook, and LinkedIn, social media management, and email campaigns. Notable clients include Accenture and BGR Group. A good fit for organizations replacing or supplementing an in-house marketing function...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed

    Design In DC Services

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Product Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Consumer Bankers Association
    • Examit
    • Summit Ridge Energy
    • JFL Consulting
    • Lateenz
    • Solar Landscape
    • Warfel Construction
    • CiviClick
    • Priovant Therapeutics
    • Hilton
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mackenzie Shriner
      Mackenzie Shriner Owner at Distinctive Deck Designs
      4.8

      Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner

      I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!

    • Jo Maney
      Jo Maney Principal at BGR Group
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Jo Maney

      DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.

    • Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
      Sapna Doshi, Ph.D. Owner at Mind Body Health LLC
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.

      My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!

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  • Use All Five

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    Design and developing digital experiences that move people

    Use All Five is a dynamic digital agency that specializes in crafting extraordinary experiences that will captivate and move your audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

    Use All Five Services

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • AI Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Business Consulting
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    • Google
    • Guggenheim
    • Headspace
    • MOCA
    • UCLA
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Use All Five Reviews & Testimonials

    • Rostislav (Rusty) Klibaner
      Rostislav (Rusty) Klibaner Executive Communications & Events Manager at UCLA
      5.0

      Web Development Review from Rostislav (Rusty) Klibaner

      We can't possibly recommend Use All Five enough! Our office came to the Use All Five team wishing to redesign and overhaul our website, which greatly needed functional and structural upgrades. From the get-go, Kara, Michelle, Levi, and their whole team were kind, supportive, and communicative with all of our questions and concerns. Moreover, they were endlessly inventive with their ideas, recommendations, and overall approach (not to mention always willing to be flexible and work within our budget). They took in all of our feedback and needs, and then masterfully incorporated our requests into a product that went beyond our greatest expectations. The resulting website was nothing short of amazing: featuring dynamic, wonderful colors, ease of navigation, and accessibility for all users. We're so lucky to have worked with Use All Five, and cannot wait to collaborate with them again in the future!

    • Kerrie Mitchell
      Kerrie Mitchell Editorial Director at New-York Historical Society
      5.0

      Digital Services Review from Kerrie Mitchell

      We worked with Use All Five on the redesign of our flagship site. It was an incredibly complex project and website with a large number of stakeholders, but UA5 managed it all with ease, grace, organization, and good humor. The site they created for us was gorgeous, and we continue to work with them on ongoing maintenance. I was incredibly thankful to have them as partner on this undertaking and really couldn't have imagined doing it without them. Would highly recommend their services.

    • Anonymous
      Anonymous CEO at Gavin Dogan
      5.0

      eCommerce Development Review from Anonymous

      Our experience with Use All Five on our e-commerce project was outstanding from start to finish. They built us a custom Shopify-based solution that perfectly captured our brand aesthetic while delivering powerful functionality. The team's technical expertise and creative vision resulted in a website that not only looks incredible but also drives conversions. Since launch, we've seen a substantial boost in online sales and received numerous compliments from customers about the user experience. Use All Five proved to be reliable, innovative, and genuinely invested in our success. I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again.

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  • Be the answer AI gives — Senior-led SEO, AI Search & Web Design for Legal, Health & B2B Teams

    Single Origin is a senior, design-led marketing team building for the AI-search era. SEO, AI visibility, paid media, and web design under one roof and one accountable partner, tested over the last decade...

    Top Services:

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Walnut Creek, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Single Origin Media, LLC Services

    • AEO
    • SEO
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Branding
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Services
    • CRO
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • The San Francisco Giants
    • BART
    • UCSF Healthcare
    • CalmWave.ai
    • Davids Tea
    • H&M
    • Intel
    • MBA Mission
    • Sennheiser Audio
    • Global Legal Law Firm
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Single Origin Media, LLC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Ashley Pola
      Ashley Pola Director of Marketing at CalmWave
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Ashley Pola

      Single Origin handled the rebrand and website redesign for CalmWave, our healthcare AI platform, and did it with a level of strategic rigor most agencies don't bring to a regulated, technical product. The site now builds trust with clinicians and enterprise buyers instead of just looking polished. They were incredible to work with and delivered real results in our budget and timeline. I would recommend without hesitation.

    • Kirsten Carlson
      Kirsten Carlson Manager at Swanson
      5.0

      Website Redesign Review from Kirsten Carlson

      Really good people - they came highly recommended and lived up to the hype with an on time and under budget project. Their knowledge, communication and professionalism are all very impressive! They also went above and beyond, even guiding us (politely) away from wish list ideas that wouldn’t fit with the functionality we wanted.

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  • Let’s Do Good Together!

    Nika transforms companies by designing best-in-class experiences, driven by strong creative and rooted in technology, data, and strategy. We combine these capabilities to create a brand experience that grows businesses and people love...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Services
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Nika Services

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Digital Services
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Santa Clara University
    • Intel
    • Path Water
    • Protiviti
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Nika Reviews & Testimonials

    • Moms Against Poverty SF
      Moms Against Poverty SF Head of Marketing and Communications at Moms Against Poverty
      5.0

      Web Design Review from Moms Against Poverty SF

      Nika Agency did an incredible job designing and developing our new website. Their team was not only highly skilled but also exceptionally responsive throughout the entire process. From concept to launch, they ensured a seamless experience, incorporating our vision while delivering a high-quality, user-friendly platform. Their attention to detail, creativity, and commitment to excellence made all the difference, and we couldnt be happier with the final product. Thank you, Nika Agency!

    • Ramin Naderzad, MBA
      Ramin Naderzad, MBA Senior management at Protiviti
      5.0

      Drupal Review from Ramin Naderzad, MBA

      Nika has been supporting our organization for several years now for large and medium sized web projects. They’re dependable and professional, and seamlessly integrate with our marketing team to deliver high quality work.

    • Andrew Gonzales
      Andrew Gonzales Review from Google
      5.0

      Andrew Gonzales's Review Sourced from Google

      Hired Nikalabs a few years back because my website was a mess and I hated it. It was confusing, cluttered, and just straight up ugly! Originally I found these guys on yelp and I wanted to give them some love on Google My Business too! I own a carpet cleaning business in Santa Clara and I needed to find a company I could trust and feel comfortable with to build a great website. I called and talked to Ali over the phone I know that this was the right company and boy I'm glad I chose Nika Labs. I told Ali over the phone these exact words, "I want to build a clean, simple, yet elegant website" I wanted something that will be easy on the eyes and intuitive for my customers. I also expressed that there were two important tools that I absolutely needed 1) an online calendar 2) an online estimator tool. Ali, with confidence said, "We can do it no problem and we will optimize the site for both desktop and mobile web browsing". Ali's confidence assured me Nika Labs was the company to hire! He also said that once they are done I would be able to edit most of the text myself because they use Wordpress to build the site. I was sold and hired them to build the site. Ali and Nika Labs not only delivered they over delivered. They built a website I absolutely love! They listened to my every concern. My website is clean, simple, and yet elegant just the way I imagined it to be. I 100% love my site and can't stop looking at it. We hit some bumps in the road but Ali and Nika labs worked through them all. I'm so happy I went with Nika Labs and I highly recommend hiring this company to do your website! Andrew / Owner Genesis Carpet Cleaning Services

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  • We brand, build, and market for small businesses.

    Moxie Creative Solutions is an independently owned digital marketing and local visibility agency based in Southern California...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Upland, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

    Moxie Creative Solutions Services

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • AI Development
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Business Consulting
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • San Dimas Chamber of Commerce
    • The Sol Center
    • Cruz Plumbing & Rooter Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Moxie Creative Solutions Reviews & Testimonials

    • Aryan Rashidi
      Aryan Rashidi Review from Google
      5.0

      Aryan Rashidi's Review Sourced from Google

      I am so new to business I thought I would stump her abilities but Stephanie was warm and patient and walked me through the beginnings of a great business relationship while making sure I was not overwhelmed. Fantastic experience. I highly encourage you to get her help with positioning your business online.

    • Lisa Copelan
      Lisa Copelan Review from Google
      5.0

      Lisa Copelan's Review Sourced from Google

      Always quick to respond and very patient with my 1,001 requests to fix/alter/change the website. We're grateful for Stephanie's help getting our site set up and looking good!

    • Vanessa Van Holland
      Vanessa Van Holland Review from Google
      5.0

      Vanessa Van Holland's Review Sourced from Google

      Working with Moxie Creative Solutions has been a fantastic experience. Stephanie's design work has elevated our newsletters and brochures, helping us present our brand in a more polished, cohesive, and professional way. Stephanie has a great eye for design and an intuitive understanding of how to translate ideas into clean, engaging visuals. Every piece she's created for us feels intentional and on-brand, while still standing out in a crowded space. What I appreciate most is how easy Stephanie is to work with — communication is clear, timelines are respected, and the final product always reflects a high level of care and creativity. Moxie Creative Solutions has been a valuable partner in our marketing efforts, and I would confidently recommend them to any business looking to strengthen their visual presence.

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  • We Manage the Marketing You Dread.

    Semtrak invites you to leverage our business development expertise cultivated over 15 years of collaboration with prominent U.S. brands. Our specialization lies in harnessing the potential of Google Ads and implementing effective SEO strategies to propel the growth of your business and elevate the online...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Laguna Niguel, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

    Semtrak Services

    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
    • Branding
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Services
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Youtheory
    • Heart & Soul Marketing
    • Concordia Irvine
    • KnowledgeCoop
    • Armor All
    • Ford
    • STP
    • Energizer
    • OH Partners
    • Graduate Programs for Educators
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

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