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List of the Top Small Businesses Web Designers

866 Companies-Rankings updated: September 08, 2026

Every company listed in our directory is evaluated based on expertise, service offerings, industry experience, and client feedback. Some listings may include paid placements.

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  • Elevating Your Brand with Amazing Content Solutions

    Content Development Pros is a trusted provider of exceptional content solutions for small to mid-sized businesses and leading agencies in the US. With a portfolio of over 50,000 completed projects, our comprehensive services cover a wide range of content needs, including writing, management, web development...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Red Bank, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $24/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Improve Your Digital Marketing Strategy.

    Like all good things, we started in an airport with a little help from our parent company, WEHCO Media, an Arkansas-based, family-owned business. What was once some back-of-napkin scribbles during a snowy layover has become a digital marketing agency known for its amazing team of marketing experts and...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Fayetteville, Arkansas
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Rocket Fuel for Your Business

    Globe Runner is a Texan boutique agency that's been serving digital goodness since 2008. Our services include search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), content marketing, advertising (PPC), branding and marketing automation...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Addison, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • AI-Powered Data +Human Expertise = Smart Growth

    Fast Track Marketing is a full service marketing agency that develops and implements marketing strategies and programs for any size business. But to call us an ad agency understates considerably what we actually do for our clients. What makes us different is that we built our platform on the marketing...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Broomfield, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Affordable Small Business Website Design

    Affordable small business website design is more than building a website with a free hosted website builder - especially without knowing what all it entails in terms of on-page SEO. Building a website that is pretty may or may not be easy enough but building a website that has been properly optimized for SEO...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Hugo, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We work with clients from SMEs to global corporations in a range of industries including public services, retail, entertainment, fashion and more. We help companies establish their presence, grow their brands and reach their customers through bespoke branding, development, website design, graphic design, SEO...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
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    Location
    Derby, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Innovative Solutions to Improve Your Business

    OnTop Local focuses on website design, SEO, keyword rich targeted articles, reviews/reputation, and PPC we help our clients outshine their competition. With in-house programmers we create our own technology and systems to ensure our clients are not only getting the latest and greatest in marketing but we are...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Gilbert, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing For Small Business

    Touchline Marketing partners with busy owners & executives at small & medium-sized companies to establish a professional digital marketing foundation that helps build a brand, generate leads, shorten sales cycles, and increase customer loyalty...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We turn clicks into customers!

    We create performance-driven marketing strategies for businesses of every size in any industry...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A client-centric web design, social media, and digital marketing agency

    Phoenix Online Media is a team of enthusiastic marketers driven by purpose and dedicated to the success of our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Gilbert, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We deliver you your audience

    We are a full service online marketing agency specializing in utilizing data to deliver consumers looking for you and the services you provide directly to you...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Marlboro, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Digital Partners.

    We’re a team of digital experts fueled by a love of technology and a passion for results. At Accelerated Websites, we specialize in designing and developing custom websites, mobile applications, branding, seo and marketing campaigns for great clients, both big and small...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Amarillos Leading Full-Service Marketing Partner

    Our products are customized for our clients and are designed to enrich their businesses. C&B Marketing specializes in responsive web design, rebranding, graphic design, social media management, advertising, cohesive marketing plans, promotional products, and printing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Amarillo, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • An Elevated Marketing Experience

    Velvet MM is a Los Angeles-based full service boutique marketing agency that provides top quality digital marketing services on a national scale. The agency specializes in Social Media Management & Growth, Lead Generation, Search Engine Optimization, Web Design, Influencer Marketing & More!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    West Hollywood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Designing Your Success

    Myers Design Group provides advertising and graphic design for marketing and promotion in the education, B2B and B2C markets specializing in web design, publication, trade show, corporate identity and calligraphic design...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Bring Your Vision To Life

    We Use The Internet To Develop Brands And Convert Sales...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We create content so you don't have to.

    We are a digital marketing company specializing in web design, social media, and content marketing for small and medium-sized businesses...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Tucson, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Leave I.T to us!

    AM Tech is a Canadian Managed IT Service Provider founded in 2012, delivering secure, innovative, and proactive technology solutions. We specialize in Managed IT, cybersecurity, cloud, and automation services, combining big-business expertise with small-business care to drive client success...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Managed Services
    • IT Compliance Solution
    • Cloud Consulting
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    Location
    Calgary, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Marketing Agency

    WebCaptive is a reputed digital marketing agency headquartered in Santa Clara, California...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Santa Clara, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Build Powerful Campaigns.

    The team at Signal Media is a diverse set of highly qualified talents who work tirelessly for the success of our clients...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    DeLand, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Stand Out. Grow Smart.

    Rebel Agency is a full-service digital marketing firm on Australias Gold Coast that helps businesses build bold brands, sharpen their online presence and drive measurable growth across web, search, social and creative media...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Helensvale, Australia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Miss Details

    We focus on brand strategy that creates the unique foundation for your company from which we build memorable brand design and social media content. We can help you with every piece of your marketing from logo design, Wordpress websites, email campaigns, and social media marketing. Or we can support you with...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Package Design
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Scottsdale, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Graphic Designer Orange County

    Located in Orange County, LightHouse Graphics provides local and national clients with world-class marketing and design services...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
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    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Marketing Done Better

    Icovy Marketing specilizes in bridging the gap between sales and marketing departments. Ensuring that we structure a plan that is a perfect fit for your goals both in the short and long term...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Clearfield, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Lead Generation Web Design and SEO For Local Services

    We are a small business friendly, family-owned, digital agency startup that specializes in helping businesses succeed online with cost-efficiency. We accomplish this through our unique web design and hosting solution that's designed to put you in the driver's seat, and by providing transparent month-to-month...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Build Awesome Websites.

    Offering website design, SEO (search engine optimization), online ordering, realtor listing videos and more!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    Location
    Campbell, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Business Intelligent Applications for your eCommerce Store

    Designing the best mCommerce apps with POS integrationEMC Fashion appEMC Grocery appEMC Meat AppEMC Food delivery appEMC Salon app...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    East Brunswick, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Growing Businesses Online Across the Nation With Beautiful Design

    Since 2005, people have come to Create Studios when they need a true partner to navigate through the world of websites and online marketing. We grow businesses online across the nation with beautiful web design and measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Atlantic Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • What Ever it Takes

    Cheenti is a leading digital marketing and creative communications agency...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Beauty Inside and Out.

    We’re a Award winning web design and web development agency with global presence in NYC, London, Singapore, Malaysia and India...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Tailored Websites & Marketing

    Chavez Web Design, LLC has helped over 500 businesses with their website and online marketing since 2008. We love doing websites, but helping you get more clients from the internet has become our obsession...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Visalia, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Media Done Right.

    Omni Media is a full-service web design company that assists companies and web agencies in website design, social media marketing and SEO, graphic design, logo and branding services.We help companies build and grow their brands by increasing their internet prescience with robust designs, social media...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Santa Clarita, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Premier WordPress Support and Maintenance That You Need and Deserve

    Being a website owner is difficult. Only you know how much work and effort it takes to have a functional and updated website. In case you got tired of scanning for malware, updating WP plugins, and just staying on top of things at all times, you can feel free to contact us here at WP Full Care. We offer...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Breakout Of Your Shell

    LoudEgg is a branding and web design company in New York specializing in logo design, graphic designs, digital marketing, cartoons, and website development. The goal is that your message reaches its target audience, through any digital and print method available...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Software Testing
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Manhasset, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • WE’RE IN THE BUSINESS OF TRANSFORMING YOUR BRAND

    Animink is web design and developemnt compnay located in NC. We are one step ahead and technically sound Digital marketing and web development solution for your business...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • PPC
    • CRO
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Global B2B Data Provider

    Avention Media is a full-service media research, planning, buying, and advertising agency specialized in Account-based marketing and advanced analytics...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • The Marketing Team Dedicated to your Success!

    WE CREATE Integrated Marketing Solutions, Designed to Generate Leads, Drive Sales & Turn Visitors into Customers...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Garland, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Grow Your Business With Us!

    Branding Marketing Agency has been proving its worth since 2017. Best known as a small business marketing agency in the digital revolution. The company has been successful in making a mark in the minds of its 2000+ customers. Provide top-notch services like SEO, Website Design, PPC and Branding!...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Print. Design. Digital. Mail.

    We know your business has individual needs and goals. Overstreet provides a custom marketing approach to your business by using a combination of marketing tactics to generate brand awareness and recognition...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Hayward, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Strategic Solutions That Make Marketing Easy

    Agency FIFTY3 crafts brands, products, websites, and campaigns that drive results (and drive our competitors crazy).We offer a full-service marketing approach for the real estate industry, refined through experience and exceptional as the standard. Together, lets make it legendary...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Web & Graphic Design

    In today's world, you must have an internet presence that is memorable, contemporary and functional. Research shows that a viewer will leave your site within seconds if the site is outdated or confusing. Clean and easy to navigate is key. Captured By Design strives to bring your website presence to the next...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Marketing Excellence

    ACA Web Consulting is a digital marketing agency located in Carlsbad, in San Diego County California. We’ve been providing web development services throughout the United States and Internationally for over 18 years. ACA Web Consulting focuses on clean web design for businesses looking to be found online...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Worlds No 1 Design Agency

    Our mission is help brands to be relevant in the ecosystem digital through creativity, media and data...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $29/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Get More Clicks From People Searching for Your Business Services and Offers.

    We are a team of digital marketing experts. We help businesses obtain new clients and increase their visibility and presense on the web. We are Certified Google Partners, Bing and Facebook Certified. Our SEO methods for local businesses will bring you lots of new clients and grow your business...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dunedin, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Creating Conversations About Your Business

    From social media, to SEO, to email campaigns and website design, Campbell Marketing Group has been offering small businesses from coast-to-coast the opportunity for a solid, comprehensive digital marketing program that falls within your budget since 2015...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Tucson, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Marketing Team Dedicated To Assist Small and Medium-Sized Businesses Generate Leads

    Web design, Website development, graphic design, Local SEO, Advertising, Yelp and google PPC management...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • "One stop shop for all of your design needs..."

    With our Web Design, Online Marketing and Mobile Development integrations, we take your business to the next level. We'll provide you with the perfect cocktail of unique design to represent your company, and offer you marketing solutions at the most affordable price...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Marlboro, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Pierce the web.

    Brandarrow is a AI-based digital marketing and branding agency based out of the Garden State (NJ). We serve small to mid-sized businesses all over the nation! At extremely affordable rates, we, provide services such as Digital Ads, Brand Development, Social Media Marketing, Web Development/Design, SEO, Online...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Monroe Township, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Where Great Minds Meet

    Thought driven creative design & marketing solutions that drive human behavior...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A Top-Rated & Certified Web Design Agency

    Almost any website design company can deliver a fully functional site. At CBK Digital Marketing, we prepare your website for success from the very beginning – and then make it work for you. Our focus is on end results that will bring continued growth to your business...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000

Small Business Website Design Company Hiring Guide

What is a small business website design company?

Small business web design companies are composed of designers and developers who prototype, design, develop, and enhance websites with the specific needs, challenges, and goals of small businesses in mind.

Through functional, user-friendly, and visually pleasing websites, they help small businesses, startups, and SMEs compete with well-established brands and leverage the benefits a professional website.  This enables small businesses to showcase their offerings, attract potential customers, and, ultimately, drive business growth even without the budget or scale of larger enterprises.

What do small business web designers do?

Small business web designers make digital assets for small businesses, such as websites, online stores, and web apps. Here are some of the specific services they offer:

  • Custom Website Design  
  • Responsive Design  
  • Content Management System Integration  
  • Content & Graphics Development 
  • Social Media Integration  
  • eCommerce Functionality  
  • SEO  
  • Branding  
  • Testing  
  • Analytics and Tracking 
  • Maintenance and Updates

The best small business website design companies tailor their services based on their client’s requirements and objectives to increase efficiency. They are experts in design and computer programming and combine their technical skills and creativity to come up with a high-quality and visually appealing website.

Why hire a small business website design agency?

Hiring a leading small business website design agency is beneficial in many ways. Here are some notable benefits you shouldn’t miss out on:  

Reach Your Local Audience 

A recent BrightLocal survey found that 98% of consumers search the internet to find information about a local business. Having a robust online presence and an optimized website will make it easier for potential customers to find you, boosting both your website traffic and conversions.  

Increase Credibility 

The same BrightLocal survey shows that 76% of consumers regularly read online reviews for local businesses. Nowadays, consumers have so many options to choose from, which is why they rely on reviews before making a purchase.  

Web designers for small businesses can help you appropriately incorporate reviews into your website. Moreover, they can optimize your website according to the principles of web design, further increasing your credibility among consumers.  

With their high-end services, you will get an eye-catching and functional site that boosts your brand’s reliability and allows users to make secure purchases. 

Boost Your Profit 

According to Insider Intelligence, the number of online shoppers in the US is expected to reach 218.8 million in 2023. Your digital presence starts with a website, your biggest marketing asset in the digital age we live in.  

Top web design firms understand the nuances involved in small businesses. And they are knowledgeable in the latest web design tips to increase conversions. Taking advantage of the technical expertise of the best website design companies for small business, you can also promote your products or services online.

This case study reiterates the importance of outsourcing professional small business web design services. Brothers Pest Control approached Big Red Jelly, a Utah-based small business website design agency, for a site redesign. The project resulted in a whopping 1,700% increase in leads.

How many hours does it take to design a website?

Generally, it takes anywhere from 40 to 300 hours to design a website. However, the timeline is largely dependent on the website’s complexity and the agency’s level of commitment to the project.  

Here are some sample time frames for various types of websites:

Type of websiteAverage number of hours
Landing page40
Simple web application120
Average web application200
Complex web application300

How much does a simple website design cost?

A simple web design costs a flat rate of $5,000. Complex and larger sites can cost up to $10,000. Meanwhile, the average rate for web design on a per-hour basis ranges from $30 to $80.

However, the actual cost of web design services can vary depending on the type of website, number of features and images, maintenance, and complexity of the project as well as the designer’s skills, years of experience, and geographical location.

How do I find good web designers who work with small businesses?

Finding the best website designer for your small business can be daunting. Follow this step-by-step guide to find the perfect fit: 

  1. Guide the design process by clarifying your goals and requirements for the website. 
  2. Identify your target audience and their needs, preferences, and behaviors.  
  3. Set a budget for your website design project.  
  4. Research reputable web design agencies that cater to small businesses.  
  5. Check their client list to see if they work with local businesses.  
  6. Peruse their portfolio and testimonials to gauge their performance, accomplishments, and client satisfaction. See what kind of feedback past clients have about the results they have delivered, how responsive and committed they are, whether they meet deadlines, and other relevant aspects. 
  7. Find out which of these candidates has experience working on similar projects. The agencies that understand your target market well can speed up project delivery and accelerate results. 
  8. Request proposals that include projected timelines, costs, project scope, and deliverables.  
  9. Inquire about the agency’s SEO capabilities. This is essential to attracting more organic and local traffic.  
  10. Conduct interviews with shortlisted agencies to get a clear view of their communication, technical skills, relevant niche experience, and commitment. 
  11. Consider the company culture if you want to invest in a long-term relationship. Working with a company that shares the same values as your brand is important and a sign that you will be able to function together as one team. 
  12. Compare the offerings and choose the web design agency that best aligns with your goals, budget, values, and preferences. 

DesignRush can help you find the ideal web design agency for your small business—for free. Simply go to our Marketplace and tell us more about your project. We’ll introduce you to up to five of the most suitable agencies.

What questions to ask small business website design agencies when hiring one?

Here are the top questions to ask a small business web design agency before you hire one: 

  1. What industries have you worked with before, and have you worked with businesses similar to mine?  
  2. Can you provide examples of websites you've designed for similar small businesses?  
  3. How do you approach incorporating our brand identity into web design? 
  4. How do you ensure that the website is responsive on various devices and screen sizes?  
  5. How do you ensure optimal user experience, considering navigation, content hierarchy, and ease of use? 
  6. How do you integrate SEO principles into the design to improve our website's visibility in search engines? 
  7. Can you integrate mobile apps or other digital tools into our website's design and functionality? 
  8. What CMS do you recommend? How do you ensure that it's user-friendly for our team to manage content? 
  9. How do you involve us in the design process? What methods do you use for communication and feedback? 
  10. How do you handle feedback and revisions during the design process? 
  11. What is the estimated cost for the design of our website? Are there any potential additional costs we should be aware of? 
  12. What is the estimated timeline for completing the project? 
  13. How often do you recommend updating the website's design and content? 
  14. What kind of support and maintenance services do you offer after the website is launched? 
  15. Who will work on my project and how experienced are they? Who will be the main point of contact?

What are the leading small business website design companies in the U.S.?

The leading small business website design agencies in the U.S. are:

  • Big Red Jelly
    • 5-star rating with 34 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 257 reviews on Google
    • Top clients: Hirschi Companies, R and R BBQ, Summit Pizza Co, The Happy Health Insurance Guy
  • Red Spot Design
    • 5-star rating with 30 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 295 reviews on Google
    • Top clients: Cornwell Jackson CPAs, Trinity Valley Electric Co-op, Fit Chick Training, Pollo Regio Restaurant
  • Bilberrry
    • 5-star rating with 21 reviews on DesignRush
    • Top clients: University of Washington, Snohomish County, OfferUP, The Life You Can Save
  • Denver Web Success LLC
    • 5-star rating with 15 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 40 reviews on Google
    • Top clients: Irie Cabinetry, Rallye Coach Works, Goodrich Chimney 
  • Jeremy McGilvrey
    • 5-star rating with 11 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 93 reviews on Google
    • Top clients: Houston Ticket Brokers, Young & Earth Supplements, Capstone Homebuyers 

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