Quickly find Web designers in your state and city

Online directories list Web design companies as well as freelancers.

I recommend: Xemion Designer Directory helps small businesses find the right designer with convenient state-by-state listings. If you click on your state, you will also see designers listed by specific cities. Xemion also has helpful information on how to select a professional Web designer, steps to hiring a designer and what to look for in a Web design company.

Consider off-shore sourcing

Designers outside the U.S. typically charge lower rates. If you're on a shoestring budget, and comfortable with e-mail communication, this might be an option.

I recommend: Guru.com is a large online marketplace of freelance talent, directly connecting businesses to more than 500,000 freelancers, including Web designers. Businesses can pay through SafePay Escrow, a process that guarantees satisfaction. Try Getafreelancer.com to find designers in different countries.

Search by niche or category

Some directories let you search for designers with certain attributes, such as nonprofit or women-owned.

I recommend: Find them at WebDesignPlaza.com. You can easily request a free design quote at the site.