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Join thousands of businesses already reaching customers across Baltimore, DC, Richmond, NoVA, Norfolk and PG County.

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SIMPLE,
STRAIGHT PRICING

Basic
FREE
Always free · No credit card
  • Business name, address & phone
  • Category listing
  • Customer reviews
  • Basic search visibility
  • Featured placement
  • Photo gallery
  • Social media links
  • Priority support
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Featured
$29
Per month · Cancel anytime
  • Everything in Basic
  • Featured badge on listing
  • Top of category results
  • Photo gallery (up to 10)
  • Social media links
  • Services & pricing menu
  • Business hours display
  • Priority support
Get Featured — $29/mo
Premium
$79
Per month · Best for growth
  • Everything in Featured
  • Homepage city spotlight
  • Unlimited photos
  • Event listings (2/month)
  • City guide editorial feature
  • Social media post inclusion
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Dedicated account manager
Go Premium — $79/mo

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Listing

Takes less than 5 minutes. We review every submission within 24 hours.

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Business Info
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Location
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Details
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Review
Business Information
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Location & Contact
Where can customers find you?
Cash
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CashApp
Zelle
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Hours of Operation
Set your weekly schedule. Toggle to mark days as closed.
Monday–
Open
Tuesday–
Open
Wednesday–
Open
Thursday–
Open
Friday–
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Saturday–
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Sunday–
Closed
Social Media
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Photos
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Why HoodCity Culture

WHY BUSINESSES
LIST WITH US

🎯
Hyper-Local Audience
Every visitor is actively searching for businesses in the DMV. These are real customers in your city, not random traffic.
🔍
Google Visibility
Our city guide content ranks on Google. When someone searches "best barbershop in Baltimore," your listing gets seen.
🏆
Built for the Culture
We're built specifically for Black-owned and urban culture businesses in the DMV — not a generic directory.
📱
Mobile First
Most of our users are on phones. Your listing looks great and loads fast on every device.
⭐
Reviews That Matter
Real reviews from real customers in your community. Build your reputation where it counts.
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Free to Start
No credit card needed to get listed. Start free and upgrade when you're ready to grow.
Why List Your Business
THE MOST IMPORTANT DIRECTORY FOR DMV BLACK BUSINESS
🆓 Always Free

A basic listing on HoodCity Culture is always free. No credit card required, no monthly fees, no tricks. Your business deserves to be found — we make that simple.

📍 14 Cities Covered

Baltimore · DC · Richmond · NoVA · Norfolk · PG County · Silver Spring · Annapolis · Frederick · Bowie · Chesapeake · Petersburg · Fredericksburg · Roanoke. If your business serves the DMV, we have your city.

🏆 Community First

HoodCity Culture was built specifically for Black-owned and urban businesses in the Mid-Atlantic. Your business is not an afterthought here — it's the whole point.

📈 9 Categories

Barbershops · Food & Dining · Beauty Salons · Music & Studios · Streetwear · Art · Nightlife · Wellness · Real Estate. Whatever your business does, there's a category for you.

Frequently Asked Questions
Is it really free to list my business?

Yes. A standard listing on HoodCity Culture is completely free. We offer featured placement options for businesses that want more visibility, but the basic listing — your name, category, city, contact, and description — costs nothing.

Does my business have to be Black-owned to list?

HoodCity Culture is built for Black-owned and urban businesses in the DMV, but we welcome any business that genuinely serves our community. Our directory is community-first — what matters is that your business adds value to the people we serve.

Which cities do you cover?

We cover 14 cities across Maryland, DC, and Virginia: Baltimore, Washington DC, Richmond, Northern Virginia, Norfolk, Prince George's County, Silver Spring, Annapolis, Frederick, Bowie, Chesapeake, Petersburg, Fredericksburg, and Roanoke. More cities coming soon.

What categories can I list in?

Barbershops, Food & Dining, Beauty Salons, Music & Studios, Streetwear & Retail, Art & Creatives, Nightlife, Wellness, and Real Estate. If your business category is not listed, contact us and we'll find the right fit.

How long does it take to get listed?

Listings are reviewed and added within 24-48 hours of submission. Featured and sponsored listings go live immediately after approval.