Web Design in Missoula, Montana

I'm John, and I've been designing websites and building brands for Missoula businesses since 2016. I live here. I work here. I shop at the same places my clients own. That matters, because good design isn't just about making something look sharp — it's about understanding the community a business actually serves.

Missoula runs on small business. Restaurants, outdoor outfitters, service companies, nonprofits, creative studios — this town thrives because people take real risks to build real things. What most of those businesses have in common is that their website doesn't reflect how good they actually are. That's the gap I fill.

Custom Web Design for Missoula Businesses

Every project starts with the same question: what does this business actually need its website to do? Not what template looks cool — what will make this specific business more visible, more trusted, and more profitable?

I design and build on Squarespace, Shopify, WordPress, and custom code depending on what fits. Most Missoula businesses land on Squarespace because it gives them a fast, mobile-responsive site they can update themselves. For businesses that need more power — complex integrations, e-commerce at scale, membership portals — we go custom.

Every site I deliver loads fast, looks right on any device, and guides visitors toward a clear action: book a table, request a quote, buy a product, pick up the phone. More about how I approach web design.

What's Included

• Discovery session to map out your goals, your audience, and what your competitors are doing
• Custom design — no templates pulled off a shelf and lightly tweaked
• Mobile-first responsive build, because most of your traffic is coming from phones
• On-page SEO baked into every page from day one
• Speed optimization so your site loads in under three seconds
• Training so you can manage your own content
• Ongoing support, because websites aren't a set-it-and-forget-it thing

More Than Just a Website

Most of my Missoula clients need more than a website. They need the full picture working together. I also do brand identity and logo design, SEO and local search optimization, and Google and Meta ad campaigns. If your business depends on people nearby finding you online, I handle all the pieces that make that happen — not just the site itself.

Missoula's food scene has also become a specialty. I've built sites for SakeTome Sushi, Boxcar Bistro, Rattlesnake Market, Cafe Mimosa, and others. If you run a restaurant, bar, or food business, there's a dedicated page on restaurant web design that covers exactly how I approach that work.

Why Work With a Missoula-Based Designer

You could hire an agency in Seattle or a freelancer overseas. Some business owners do, and some get fine results. But here's what you won't get: someone who knows that the Missoula market is shaped by university enrollment cycles, tourist seasons, wildfire smoke summers, and a population that fiercely supports businesses that feel local and authentic.

I get the rhythm of this town because I live in it. When I optimize a site for summer tourist traffic, I know what I'm talking about because I watch it happen from my street. When I write copy for a service business targeting Missoula homeowners, I'm writing for my neighbors.

I'm not a faceless agency. I'm one designer who does focused work for a focused roster of clients. You get my direct attention, honest communication, and a partner who's invested in your success because we live in the same community.

I also work with businesses in Bozeman and across Montana, and take on clients nationwide. But Missoula is home base.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a website cost in Missoula?

Most projects start around $3,500 for a standard business site. E-commerce, custom code builds, and more complex projects go up from there. I'll give you an honest quote before we start — no surprises.

How long does it take to build a website?

Most projects take three to six weeks from kickoff to launch. The biggest variable is content — if you have your copy, photos, and branding ready, we move fast. If we're building from scratch, it takes a little longer because we're doing it right.

Can you redesign my existing website?

A lot of my work is redesigns. I'll audit what you have, figure out what's working and what's not, and build something better. More details on the web design page.

Do you help with SEO and Google rankings?

Every site I build includes on-page SEO. For businesses that want to compete seriously in local search, I offer ongoing SEO and local search services as a separate engagement.

Let's Build Something That Works

If your Missoula business needs a website that actually performs — one that looks great, loads fast, ranks in search, and turns visitors into customers — I'd love to talk.