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Best WordPress Agencies

191 Companies - Rankings updated: July 07, 2026

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  • Bold Ideas. Unconventional Impact.

    Bold Ideas. Unconventional Impact.

    At Celtic, we challenge the ordinary, disrupt expectations, and craft unforgettable marketing strategies. With over 30 years of expertise in B2B industries like agriculture, chemistry, food, manufacturing, and pet, we turn bold ideas into tangible success.  [... View Celtic Chicago portfolio ]
    Location
    Park Ridge, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Enterprise Software Development & IT Consulting Company

    Enterprise Software Development & IT Consulting Company

    At Hidden Brains, we specialize in delivering state-of-the-art solutions meticulously tailored to our clients' specific requirements. Our comprehensive services include software development, IT consulting, wearable app development, and digital transformation, among others.  [... View Hidden Brains Infotech portfolio ]
    Location
    Schaumburg, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Designing Digital Success, One Creative Pixel at a Time.

    Designing Digital Success, One Creative Pixel at a Time.

    We are your partner in digital success. We got your back, from creative logo, powerful websites, branding to digital marketing solutions. We help businesses elevate their online presence and help them connect with their audience effectively.Let's create, expand, and grow together!  [... View Aqua Design Works portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Professional Eye-Catchersâ„¢

    Professional Eye-Catchersâ„¢

    Visual Lure is a branding and design firm based in the St. Louis, MO area that specializes in logo design, wordpress web design and development, packaging and graphic design, and search engine optimization.  [... View Visual Lure portfolio ]
    Location
    Caseyville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Smarter SEO. Real Results.

    Smarter SEO. Real Results.

    CamRojud is a proficient digital marketing agency with a focus on specialized expertise in search engine optimization. Renowned for their talent and proficiency, they excel in delivering strategic solutions to enhance online visibility and drive results.  [... View CamRojud portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • It's time to get creative.

    It's time to get creative.

    Our commitment is to deliver digital solutions that drive real impact. With a focus on WordPress Development, we blend creativity and strategy to help partners achieve lasting results. Our extensive expertise ensures success in even the most complex website projects—let’s build together.  [... View Clique Studios portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed
  • We Help Businesses Improve Their Sales and ROI via Customized SEO, Web Design, and PPC Strategies

    We Help Businesses Improve Their Sales and ROI via Customized SEO, Web Design, and PPC Strategies

    Sixth City Marketing taps into the vast potential of your website to improve your online presence. Through our unique hands-on approach, we listen, understand, and then act, ensuring you get optimal results and ROI. See what our data-driven marketing services can do for your business today.  [... View Sixth City Marketing portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Transforming businesses through SEO and Digital

    Transforming businesses through SEO and Digital

    Our company specializes in transforming businesses, enabling them to reach new heights and secure a competitive edge in their respective industries.  [... View Digaptics portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Your Business is our Mission

    Your Business is our Mission

    WebRocket Digital is based in the Chicago area and offers digital marketing and creative services to local businesses, franchises and enterprise clients.  [... view WebRocket Digital profile ]
    Location
    Geneve, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We're a local digital marketing agency committed to providing you with high-quality designs and the best customer service. We take all the hassle out of web design and put your site to work for you at a price you can afford.  [... View Mos Web Design LLC portfolio ]
    Location
    Crystal Lake, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We Build Digital Brands and Help Your Business Bring In New Customers

    We Build Digital Brands and Help Your Business Bring In New Customers

    New Adventure Web Design & Digital Marketing specializes in professional website development for small businesses, agencies and e-commerce retailers. Other services we provide include digital marketing, logo design, graphic design, text message marketing, and website hosting. We have a combined 30+ years of  [... view New Adventure Web Design & Digital Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Waterloo, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bold Marketing Solutions To Ignite Your Brand.

    Bold Marketing Solutions To Ignite Your Brand.

    thunder::tech is the leading, full-service marketing agency for midsize brands, known for delivering remarkable growth by blending creativity and technology.  [... View Thunder::tech portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Creative intelligence. Strategic Execution.

    Creative intelligence. Strategic Execution.

    Lydon isn't just a marketing agency; we're your go-to strategic partner for brand growth, performance marketing and business transformation. With over five decades of experience, we've helped companies navigate complex challenges, stand out in crowded markets and connect more meaningfully with the people who  [... view Lydon & Associates profile ]
    Location
    Northbrook, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Helping Small Businesses Soar

    Helping Small Businesses Soar

    LeadCardinal is branding and small business website design firm bringing agency-caliber services to small businesses at an affordable price.  [... View LeadCardinal portfolio ]
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Growth Marketing Strategy & Creative Agency

    Growth Marketing Strategy & Creative Agency

    We foster business growth through strategy, creativity, and technology.  [... View PUREi portfolio ]
    Location
    Batavia, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • Wojo Design is a full service website design agency founded in 2004 by 3 Internet entrepreneurs who love building awesome websites. We boost website performance by designing a better user experience. Great design aligns business goals with user needs and drives increased conversions. Whether you want to sell  [... View Wojo Design portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Business beyond the summit

    Business beyond the summit

    TopOut Group is a full-service digital agency with a focus on performative e-commerce and revenue generating scalable advertising.  [... View TopOut Group portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Transforming Businesses withAI-Powered Solutions

    Transforming Businesses withAI-Powered Solutions

    Moon Technolabs, an ISO-certified global software company, has 17+ years of experience, 1650+ projects, and 400+ experts. We specialize in custom software, web, and mobile app development, delivering innovative solutions that exceed client expectations.  [... View Moon Technolabs portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed
  • We work on a personal basis with clients to deliver a beautiful and modern website.

    We work on a personal basis with clients to deliver a beautiful and modern website.

    Our mission is to provide clients with modern design and website technologies that are both memorable and lasting. We strive to make our clients happy and still maintain relationships with ones we’ve had for over a decade.We offer many services to make your business its best. Web design, graphic design  [... view VisionsConnect profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Matching Talent With Success

    Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries.  [... view Artisan Talent profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Revolutionize Your Healthcare Practice.

    Revolutionize Your Healthcare Practice.

    iCareBilling is a private American Healthcare IT Company that provides Insurance Credentialing, Medical Billing and other services to the healthcare industry across the United States, integrating services with any EHR, Practice Management, or Medical Billing Software.  [... view ICareBilling profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevate Your Visibility, Amplify Your Success!

    Elevate Your Visibility, Amplify Your Success!

    We offer high-performing and cost-effective digital marketing services for small businesses. Our clients are able to grow through a scaled-down suite of the same analytics-based marketing services their bigger competitors rely on for success.  [... view Smart PR Communications profile ]
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We create cinematic experiences that drive lasting results.

    We create cinematic experiences that drive lasting results.

    The highest praise we've ever received? These are the guys you actually want to hang out with on set. No egos, no drama. Were about telling awesome stories with awesome people. So, whether you're looking for a killer video, a memorable ad, or something entirely out of the box, we've got you covered from the  [... view Bada Bing Productions profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Our process works it just does.

    Our process works it just does.

    Olive Street Design is a premier web design, graphic design, ecommerce, and search engine optimization (SEO) firm based in the Chicago area (Elmhurst and Villa Park) and Lake Geneva, WI, although we serve clients from all over the United States. For all of your marketing requirements, including branding  [... View Olive Street Design portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Web Desing & SEO Agency In Chicago

    Web Desing & SEO Agency In Chicago

    We are an experienced and passionate team of professionals that live and breathe web design and digital marketing. All our services are offered in-house and are integrated to exceed your business requirements.  [... View Lizardo Agency portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your website, your way, your budget!

    Your website, your way, your budget!

    Partner with us to create your business realities, grow your dreams and fly through the forest of competition. We help bring new ideas and inspire new insights through competitor research, analytics and areas of opportunities.  [... View Insight Marketing Strategies portfolio ]
    Location
    Springfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Bringing Pixels To Life & Code To Action.

    Bringing Pixels To Life & Code To Action.

    We build cost-effective, user-friendly WordPress websites and WooCommerce solutions designed for small business growth. Our search engine optimization (SEO) strategies ensure your site ranks well, helping you connect with more customers.  [... View Pixel + Code Creative portfolio ]
    Location
    Port Byron, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your business now has global specialists!

    Your business now has global specialists!

    Tazriel is a global outsourcing partner providing affordable remote service expertise for Software Development, Microsoft Power Platform automation, Mendix app Builds, Cvent event technology support, IT Administration and AI Training. With 24/7 support and cost savings of upto 70%, we help businesses  [... view Tazriel profile ]
    Location
    Springfield, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $29/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Crafting Legendary Games, Pixel by Pixel.

    Crafting Legendary Games, Pixel by Pixel.

    Welcome to the dominion of Cerdonis Technologies LLC, the towering giant in game app development and React Native development. From the US, we've etched legendary tales in digital solutions since 2015. With us, your grandest visions take flight in the digital realm.  [... View Cerdonis Technologies portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Pioneering Innovation & Empowering Businesses Worldwide

    Pioneering Innovation & Empowering Businesses Worldwide

    Esco Logics youll find seasoned professionals exceeding your expectations in catering to all your IT needs. We enliven even your toughest targets by serving you with highly capable teams. Each client gets a specific team and each team is comprised of multifaceted developers and service-department specialists  [... View Esco Logics LLC portfolio ]
    Location
    Bartlett, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Custom Software That Works in the Real World

    Custom Software That Works in the Real World

    SoftDoes builds custom software, AI, and web applications for mid-market companies that need enterprise-grade results without the overhead of an in-house team. U.S.-based leadership. Full IP ownership. No lock-in.  [... View Soft Does portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Empowering Tomorrows Innovations Today

    Empowering Tomorrows Innovations Today

    At Tech Admire, we are more than just a company, we are a dynamic force of creativity, aspiration, and enthusiasm. Established to provide cutting edge services and IT solutions, Tech Admire brings together extensive experience and a dedicated team committed to driving growth and innovation in every project.  [... view Tech Admire profile ]
    Location
    Bartlett, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Connect With People.

    We Connect With People.

    Strategic UX and design.Bespoke, multi-platform programs.Connection and engagement.Authentic storytelling and public relations.Leveraging our experience, humility, and values, Anomali by Design connects with peoplewherever they're at, agnostic of circumstance.  [... View Anomali By Design portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Revolutionizing Branding.

    Revolutionizing Branding.

    We are A Brand-First Branding Agency on an odyssey of weaving visual stories that resonate and inspire through Revolutionary Branding. Harnessing the transformative power of ideas, we craft soulful and revolutionary designs that forge commercially avant-garde identities and brands.  [... View Owl Studio portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Sparkfactor is a boutique advertising and design studio in Chicago. We provide our clients with highly designed websites, videos, social media campaigns, identities, printed tactics, and the strategies that tie them together.  [... view Sparkfactor profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Custom marketing strategy to grow your business

    Custom marketing strategy to grow your business

    Hometown Design Studio is a full-service marketing agency. From digital marketing, website design, social media marketing, and SEO to traditional marketing, branding, and printed marketing assets, we customize a marketing strategies that will meet your business goals.  [... view Hometown Design Studio profile ]
    Location
    Joliet, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • To elevate businesses with proven solutions that drive lasting success and growth

    To elevate businesses with proven solutions that drive lasting success and growth

    Holicky Corporation is a full-service marketing agency located in New Lenox, IL. We serve businesses of all sizes, from small local shops to large corporations around the Chicagoland Area and throughout the United States.  [... view Holicky Corporation profile ]
    Location
    New Lenox, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Website Should Get You New Customers

    Your Website Should Get You New Customers

    Your Web Pros sets itself apart by combining local expertise with technical precision. They understand the unique challenges of St. Louis businessesfrom competing in crowded industries to ranking in local searches. Their sites regularly score 90100 on Google Lighthouse performance tests, and their strategies  [... View Your Web Pros portfolio ]
    Location
    Jerseyville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Software, Mobile App, Games Development Company.

    Software, Mobile App, Games Development Company.

    The App Founders is a recognized leader in the mobile app development industry that excels in building mobile apps to upscale your business and bolster your customer retention rate. Well transform your idea into a market-ready application on schedule and within budget.  [... View The App Founders portfolio ]
    Location
    Niles, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Empowering Ideas, Elevating Businesses.

    Empowering Ideas, Elevating Businesses.

    Digital Cyber Nation (DCN) is your one-stop solution for all things digital, offering services from logo design to advanced software development. We blend creativity, technology, and innovation to deliver customized solutions for businesses worldwide.  [... View Digital Cyber Nation portfolio ]
    Location
    Aurora, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Designing Digital Experiences Developing Future-Ready Solutions

    Designing Digital Experiences Developing Future-Ready Solutions

    Codiantix is a software and creative agency delivering next-generation digital solutions from custom websites and mobile apps to full-stack software systems and UI/UX design. We help startups and enterprises scale with technology that performs.  [... View Codiantix portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $5/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Cited by AI, not just ranked by Google.

    Cited by AI, not just ranked by Google.

    iSimplifyMe is a Chicago AI infrastructure firm. We make brands citable by ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity.  [... View ISimplifyMe portfolio ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $299/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Orbit is an Award-Winning Digital Marketing and Web Design Agency Based in Chicago.

    Orbit is an Award-Winning Digital Marketing and Web Design Agency Based in Chicago.

    Orbit is an award-winning digital marketing and web design agency based in Chicago. Orbit is a team of in-house web design, web development and optimization experts. Our digital marketing services focus on SEO-driven website design, development and conversion optimization.  [... view Orbit Media Studios profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • TOP-9 among SEO agencies in IT Rating

    TOP-9 among SEO agencies in IT Rating

    We provide comprehensive Internet marketing services: searchengine optimization (SEO), all types of contextual advertising (PPC) and targeted advertising (TARGET).  [... view WEDEX USA profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A new kind of marketing agency.

    A new kind of marketing agency.

    Pivot Forward provides Strategy and Creative solutions.  [... view Pivot Forward profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Indigo image is a full service Chicago web design company . We have 19+ years experience in creating websites, graphic design and SEO (search engine optimization). We are your creative partner.Our affordable, professional solutions make us an easy choice for small to medium sized businesses, demanding top  [... view Indigo Image profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Leading Digital Marketing Agency

    Leading Digital Marketing Agency

    We are a digital Marketing agency that helps brands to achieve their business outcomes. We bring creative ideas and innovations to life.  [... view Walltronix.co profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Simplicity. Elegance. Quality.

    Simplicity. Elegance. Quality.

    Bucey Software is a digital marketing and website design company in Rockford. The company offers a number of services for developing and maintaining personalized websites, such as website design, routine repairs, and hosting. Its team also uses SEO techniques when creating the site to organically improve its  [... view Bucey Software profile ]
    Location
    Rockford, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Providing custom design services

    Providing custom design services

    VLogo Designers embark on indulging outcomes within the provided time bracket. Our professionals aspire to cater to you with elite services.  [... view VLogo Designers profile ]
    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • First Impressions Matter. We Make Yours Count.

    First Impressions Matter. We Make Yours Count.

    HiveSourced specializes in designing websites for therapy clinics, blending visual appeal with functionality. Our designs reflect your clinic's ethos and are optimized to guide visitors towards booking an appointment. With a focus on seamless, intuitive navigation, we ensure your website resonates with your  [... view HiveSourced profile ]
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

Frequently Asked Questions About WordPress Development Companies

What services do WordPress developers provide?

A WordPress agency provides customization and website development services for the world's most popular open-source content management system (CMS) WordPress. Key services of these specialists include bespoke WordPress theme, features, and WordPress plugin development, website setup, platform migration, UI/UX implementations, performance optimization, and security implementations.  

They also conduct technical tuning pertaining to database management, API integration, site migration, and maintenance. 

How much do these specialists charge for their services?

Depending on the complexity, WordPress agencies charge from $500 to $30,000 per project. Namely, simple WordPress sites range from $500 to $5,000, while fully custom-built sites with advanced features may cost between $5,000 and $30,000.  

The prices are overall determined based on the design, functionality, SEO, and developer expertise. Each phase also entails different prices: 

  • Planning and discovery: $1,000 to $5,000 
  • Design: $3,000 to $10,000 
  • Development: $5,000 to $20,000 
  • Testing and launch: $2,000 to $5,000 

How long does it take for a WordPress development company to create a custom website?

On average, a custom WordPress website requires 6 to 12 weeks for complete development. Conversely, simple blogs with out-of-box WordPress theme, basic customization, only essential plugins, and basic content setup can be done in a week.  

In the same low complexity tier also fall basic business websites, minimalistic blogs, and simple portfolio sites built with themes and minimal customization, which can be done in 1 to 3 weeks. 

Brochure websites with 5-10 pages, contact forms, and basic SEO setup usually take a week or two. WordPress developers also often work on business sites with standard features like contact forms, galleries, standard features, and basic eCommerce functionality, which typically fall within the 2 to 3-week range. 

What is included in website maintenance?

Maintenance packages usually cover WordPress core updates, plugin updates, security backups, and sometimes content updates or technical support hours. Full-service plans extend to uptime monitoring and malware scanning to protect the site against downtime and external threats.  

Some WordPress developers also offer performance optimization and database cleanup to maintain optimal loading speeds and a pleasant user experience. 

What are the most effective website security measures that WordPress developers take?

When putting up a security setup for a new client, WordPress agencies primarily start with strengthening the core and securing the server. To further secure the parameters, they limit access and monitor the site to mitigate common risks like brute force attacks, SQL injections, and malware attacks.  

The most effective website security measures that top WordPress developers undertake include: 

  • Update management: Regularly patching WordPress core, functionalities, themes, and plugins to the latest versions 
  • Secure hosting: Using managed WordPress hosting with server-level security, such as isolated server environments (jailing) and proactive DDoS protection. 
  • SSL/HTTPS everywhere: Forcing HTTPS to encrypt data in transit. 
  • Off-site, automated backups: Implementing daily, automated backups that are stored in an independent location for prompt recovery if the server is compromised. 
  • Removing unused assets: Deleting, rather than just deactivating, unused plugins and themes to reduce the attack surface. 

About The Author and Expert Reviewer

Robert de Wit has a diverse background in advertising, marketing, IT, and healthcare. With a history as both a copywriter and a video game journalist, he specializes in SEO, long-form content creation, and crafting compelling copy that drives results. Currently, he writes about website and interface design at DesignRush, delivering the latest industry insights and analysis.

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