Explore leading web design agencies in Chicago, serving businesses across the Loop, River North, West Loop, Fulton Market, and Lincoln Park. Specializing in fintech, healthcare, logistics, real estate, and eCommerce, these agencies support Chicago’s diverse, innovation-driven economy.

Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.

United States × Illinois × Chicago × Sort by: Avg Hourly Price: Low to High ×Clear Filters
  • Driven by data. Informed by insight. Trademarked by craft.

    At Fusion92, we live for the stuff that nobody else can solve. With an eye toward true innovation, we give answers to the unanswerable. That means first of its kind media, creative, data and technology. Ideas that are data fueled and insight driven...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Video Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    8 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 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...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • CRO
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Creating Brands That Save The Planet

    Outside Minds Creative is a branding and graphic design studio for companies working to solve the climate crisis. We hand-craft strategically driven brand identities and marketing collateral that not only look incredible, but solve business problems. We aim to be a partner in your business to help you become...

    Top Services:

    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The drive to explore. A passion for craft. Human at heart.

    We believe genuine personal relationships produce truly impactful work. We relentlessly focus on our culture by embracing a combination of work and life; empathizing and understanding our clients and partners; driving innovation with lean, agile processes; and continually improving so we can be the best at...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Product Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $170/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Clay

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.
    Top UI/UX design, web design, and branding agency in San Francisco.

    Clay specializes in B2B and enterprise web design, with clients including Slack, Google, Coinbase, and Coca-Cola. Its website work covers content strategy, frontend and backend development, and CMS implementation. Best for funded startups and enterprise brands that prioritize UX depth...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Portfolios Count
    13 Projects Listed
  • Igniting Digital Innovation

    Fueled is a top digital transformation agency that caters to a variety of unicorn startups, global brands, and Fortune 500 companies...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed
  • Own Your Truth

    Simple Truth is an independent, Chicago-rooted, women-owned creative branding agency focused on connecting with the core of organizations to drive engagement and growth. We partner with clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to local nonprofits, delivering solutions across branding, campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Igniting Pivotal Corporate Branding Transformations

    Daake is a nationally recognized branding agency specializing in pivotal corporate branding. We guide marketing professionals and CEOs in transforming their brands with real, transformative ideas. With our deep understanding and Level-C certification in brand strategy, we excel in navigating complex...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    15 Projects Listed
  • Your High Expectations, Delightfully Exceeded.

    Founded in 2014, Week of the Website works with businesses big and small to design elevated websites that defy expectations...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • The experience is the brand®

    The Office of Experience (OX) is a Chicago-based digital agency helping ambitious B2B companies outperform their peers. At the intersection of customer experience, marketing, and technology, OX unites strategy, design, and engineering to transform how companies connect with customers. Capabilities span B2B...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Comrade Digital Marketing

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.
    Generating Results Through Performance Marketing

    Award-winning digital marketing for home services businesses. Since 2008, Comrade has helped 130+ contractors generate qualified leads, consistent jobs, and stronger revenue with SEO, AI search optimization, local SEO, paid ads, and websites...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • At Eight Bit Studios, we specialize in mashing up research, design, and code in playful and savvy ways. Our nimble and diligent guild of developers, project managers, QA engineers, visual designers, and user experience designers work together to shape the digital products and services people love to use...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • IoT
    • VR/AR
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Business beyond the summit

    TopOut Group is a full-service digital agency with a focus on performative e-commerce and revenue generating scalable advertising...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $185/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • AI-powered workflows for complex operations.

    Founded in 2002 and based in Chicago, TXI builds AI-powered workflows for companies running complex, high-stakes operations...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Patient Acquisition Marketing Specialists

    Evolve is a healthcare marketing agency specializing exclusively in patient acquisition. We use the latest predictive data and technology to help growth-orientated healthcare practices succeed in highly competitive markets...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Reputable Digital Marketing Company Est. 2003

    Marcel Digital is an award-winning website development and digital marketing agency. Founded in March 2003, Marcel remains one of the original and most well established digital marketing firms in the United States...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Promising B2B & DTC brands with conversion driven web design

    For sixteen years, the Gulo team has been crafting websites that not only look gorgeous but get results. Drawing upon their experience across Chicago and Cincinnati offices, they specialize in helping B2B and DTC companies with web design, SEO optimization, content marketing strategy and conversion rate...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Creating Truthful and Wonderful Experiences

    Hero Digital works at the nexus of business, design and technology to foster a meaningful customer experience. Our interdisciplinary teams collaborate with Fortune 500 companies like Comcast, Oracle & U.S. Bank to unlock their potential. We do this while promoting truth & beauty in people’s lives—an...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
  • Changing The World With Purpose-Driven Marketing.

    Yakkety Yak creates meaningful stories for brands that strive to make an impact. Our full-service team combines digital marketing with boundless creativity, forming effective strategies that capture the hearts of their audiences, resulting in measurable success!...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Take the Web By Storm!

    Do you have a vision for your website? Iceberg is a team of passionate professionals that can make it happen. Our core values are rooted in our commitment and passion for providing responsive customer service, forming lasting relationships with clients and deploying unique digital solutions. Call us today at...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Where every interaction matters

    Symmetri is dedicated to constructing powerful connections between B2B companies and their customers. By promoting engagement, generating enthusiasm, and establishing trustworthiness with the consumer base, we strive to partner with organizations on a mission of positive change...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Building momentum for your ideas.

    At Doejo, we discover, build, launch, and grow ideas. Our projects are grounded in best practices, collaboration, and momentum, and we invest ourselves fully in the success of our clients. Inspired by the dōjō of Western Japan, we're a special gathering place where creative people learn and grow, producing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping Your Business Get There

    We collaborate with forward-thinking individuals and groups to assist them in conceiving and developing innovative, elegant and ground-breaking software solutions to challenging issues...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Cloud Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Excellent Marketing And Branding

    BatesMeron is a creative agency that was established in 2005 and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. Their team comprises dynamic problem-solvers and idea generators, all of whom are devoted to branding, marketing, and web design...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Direct Marketing
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Care For Your Brand With Expertise

    Robert Viola Partners (RVP) understands that your brand is the essence of your organization. It communicates who you are, what you do, and why it matters. Your brand is essentially a promise that you make to your customers...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
  • Transforming commerce journeys faster.

    Orium is a composable commerce consultancy and system integrator that helps brands execute, innovate, and transform quickly across their commerce and retail journeys. With over a decade of experience in digital programs and international partners, Orium brings modern commerce experiences to life...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Expertly Crafted Web Ecosystems

    Chromatic is a leading technology company that creates precision web ecosystems for complex organizations facing daunting challenges. Their team of seasoned technologists leverage deep open-source expertise to streamline editorial workflows, reduce bloated architectures, and guide clients through complex data...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Empowering Brands Through Creativity And Technology.

    UnitOneNine is a user-centric creative agency that helps brands express themselves through creative direction and digital expertise. We specialize in digital strategy, UX design, brand strategy and development, and overall creative direction to deliver projects that exceed our clients' expectations...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Understand your customers. Design & build better technology.

    We're a digital experience agency with a fierce commitment to keeping people at the center of our work...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Business Consulting
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • THE Results-Driven Brand Growth Agency

    Full-service. Independently owned. WBE-certified. We accelerate growth for our clients' brands and businesses by designing and executing smart, data-driven creative campaigns, marketing strategies, and consumer experiences that will help you achieve and surpass your business growth goals faster...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • We Design Experiences

    ArtVersion is a renowned creative agency based in Chicago, IL, and is celebrated worldwide for its exceptional UI/UX design expertise...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Design Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • At Bandwidth Marketing we specialize in mayhem, in a good way.

    We call ourselves a Creative Consultancy. Why? Because we don't come in touting ads or digital or social or whatever. In each initial meeting, we simply listen.We ask about your business objectives, buyers, budgets, and brand. In this way, our strategic and creative solutions are right for your needs, not...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Designing Innovative Solutions for a Seamless User Experience

    Based in Chicago, Beyond Design, Inc. offers comprehensive industrial design services, from research and strategy to engineering for manufacturing. Since 1994, we've been delivering innovative solutions that prioritize user experience and align with our clients' business goals...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Market Research
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • 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...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Top Digital Marketing Agency in Chicago

    Buscemi It Solutions is the Best SEO Company and one of the eminent SEO Services Providers of Chicago. Get affordable SEO, SMO, Paid Ads, Website Design and Website Development, service by experts...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Delivered growth at any stage of the product lifecycle.

    Vokal provides above market growth returns for investments on digital products and growth optimisation. We help companies create repeatable and sustainable growth metrics at any stage of the product lifecycle...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • Wearables
    • Software Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Our tech means business...

    Digital Market America is a Chicago-based merchant solutions provider that serves business proprietors throughout the United States. We offer everything from Payment Processing to POS Systems, web development to SEO and social media management...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Accelerate Your Growth Online.

    At AV Social Strategies, we work with organizations to craft their brand story, engage their audiences, and establish relationships in their community through creative design, website development, search engine optimization and digital marketing. We also offer video production and content creation services...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • AI Transformation and Software Development Services

    We help early-stage startups build market-ready applications, and mid-market firms achieve tangible ROI with AI and Digital Transformation initiatives...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Software Testing
    • IT Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Crafting Smiles, Building Reputations.

    SHERMAN has a proud track record in public affairs and dental PR, having spearheaded the marketing and PR for prominent oral and cosmetic surgery practices. Our clients in the dental sector trust us for our adeptness in conveying complex messages, our genuine understanding of the dental landscape, and our...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $220/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • the small things matter

    Kural Design understands that the small things make all the difference. Our marketing communications solutions are creative and completely aligned with your brand, no matter what medium you’re using: print collateral, web interactive or even video. You’re looking for results, and we’re a company about...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • A Connected Customer Experience Consultancy

    Envoy is a full-service brand and digital innovation consultancy founded in 2010. Headquartered in Irvine, California, with studios in Chicago and San Diego, the agency combines design, technology and data to craft seamless customer journeys across brand, commerce, web, product and physical spaces...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Product Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Mobile App Development Service in India & USA | App Software Development Company

    The frantic Infotech building trust, developing applications, & on-demand apps putting forward the demands of customers and customizing with their necessities...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Software Development
    • Software Testing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We develop digitally savvy brands online

    We help minority-owned businesses and Black founders amplify their voices by creating conversations, community and commerce online...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000

Why companies trust DesignRush

Every agency is independently vetted before it can be listed or ranked

1

Identity Check

We verify businesses and reviewer LinkedIn profiles for integrity.

Agencies vetted
130,031+
2

Portfolio Review

We review agency work, case studies, and results to confirm skill.

Applicants rejected
47%
3

Ongoing Audit

We monitor listings regularly; outdated agencies are removed.

Agencies verified
245

Some agencies pay for sponsored placement, clearly labeled and held to the same vetting standards.

See how rankings and monetization work.

Web Design Agency Chicago FAQs

What services does a web design agency in Chicago offer?

It typically offers a broad range of services to help businesses build, launch, grow, or even complete a website redesign to modernize an outdated platform and improve performance, including: 

  • Custom website design tailored to your brand and business goals, often mobile-responsive and SEO-ready 
  • UI/UX design focused on intuitive user experience and clear navigation. 
  • Front-end and back-end web development, including building the site structure, CMS, and dynamic features. Many agencies also provide full website development services, handling everything from planning and architecture to coding and launch. 
  • Ecommerce site design and integration (Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento). 
  • Content Management System (CMS) development, like WordPress or Drupal, so teams can manage content easily, including specialized WordPress development for businesses that want flexibility and scalability. 
  • Content strategy and copywriting for clearer messaging. 
  • Search engine optimization (SEO) services to improve search rankings and organic traffic. 
  • Branding and graphic design, creating a cohesive visual identity through custom branding, logo design, color schemes, typography, and other design elements to represent a business's identity and strengthen overall brand identity across digital channels. 
  • Site maintenanceand support after launch. 
  • Hosting, security, and performance updates. 

How much does a web design firm in Chicago charge for their services?

The Chicago web design market reflects a metro-premium pricing structure, typically 15-25% higher than national averages, due to concentrated expertise in high-performance tech stacks and AI integration, as well as advanced custom web development capabilities. 

Web design costs vary widely based on project complexity and the type of agency you hire, but general averages help you budget realistically: 

Type of websiteCostFeatures
Simple Informational website $5,000-$10,000 
  • Mobile responsive design 
  • Contact form 
  • Basic SEO 
  • Social media links 
  • Google Maps integration 
Small Business website $8,000-$15,000 
  • Custom design
  • Advanced SEO
  • Blog functionality
  • Email integration
  • Quote/appointment forms
  • Portfolio galleries
  • Customer testimonials
eCommerce website $15,000-$50,000+ 
  • Product catalog 
  • Shopping cart 
  • Payment processing 
  • Inventory management 
  • Shipping integration 
  • Customer accounts 
  • Product reviews 
  • Advanced search and filtering 
  • Security compliance 
Corporate/Enterprise website $100,000-$500,000 
  • Custom CMS 
  • Multi-language support 
  • Advanced security 
  • Custom integrations 
  • Extensive functionality 
  • User portals 
  • Advanced permissions 
  • Scalable architecture 
Custom web application$50,000-$500,000+ 
  • Custom functionality 
  • Database architecture 
  • API development 
  • Complex user workflows 
  • Third-party integrations 
  • Advanced security 
  • Scalable infrastructure 
  • Ongoing maintenance requirements 

 

How many rounds of revisions are standard?

Most Chicago web design companies build revision limits into their contracts to keep timelines and costs under control. The industry norm is 2-3 rounds of revisions included in the standard scope for a typical web design project. After that, extra edits are usually billed at an hourly rate or as a scope change. 

One round lets you refine the initial direction, two rounds help tighten UX, layout, and content, and three rounds are common for complex or larger sites (e.g., multi-page or ecommerce). Clear revision limits also help maintain efficiency while still allowing room for client collaboration and positive feedback throughout the design process. 

How long does a web design project take in Chicago?

It can take a few weeks to a year for a web design agency in Chicago to design a website, depending on the site’s complexity and the overall digital strategy guiding the project. 

  • Simple Informational website: 1-4 weeks 
  • Small Business website: 3-8 weeks 
  • eCommerce website: 6-16 weeks 
  • Corporate/Enterprise website: 12-24+ weeks 
  • Custom web application: 16-52+ weeks 

Can I manage the site myself after it goes live?

Yes, you can usually manage your website yourself after it goes live. Most modern websites are built with a content management system (CMS) that lets non-developers update content without coding. 

A CMS (like WordPress, Drupal, or headless platforms) lets you add/edit pages, publish blog posts, upload images, and update text via a simple dashboard. Typical agency support includes initial training so your team can update content confidently, documentation explaining how to manage your specific site, and optional ongoing support or maintenance plans if you want help with larger changes.