Top Digital Marketing Agencies in California
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 107 projectsFunnel Boost Media is a digital marketing and SEO agency renowned for delivering exceptional website development and search engine optimization services. With over 90% positive feedback, clients praise the company's professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to boost website traffic and lead generation. Notably, 100% of clients highlight their effective communication and project management skills, contributing to successful and timely project completion.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 12 projectsE29 Marketing is a full-service marketing agency specializing in brand strategy, digital marketing, and influencer campaigns. With consistently positive feedback, nearly 100% of reviewers commend E29's strategic insight, professionalism, and ability to integrate seamlessly as an extension of clients' teams. Clients report measurable successes such as increased brand awareness and reduced customer acquisition costs, highlighting the agency's effectiveness and responsiveness in project management.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 6 projectsTwo Trees PPC specializes in digital marketing services, including PPC advertising, SEO, website development, and social media marketing. The company is praised for its strong culture fit, effective communication, and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews indicating positive feedback on their professionalism and ability to generate leads. Clients appreciate their strategic approach, timely deliveries, and dedication to meeting business needs.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 9 projectsIOI Solutions is a digital marketing and web development firm, offering services like website design, brand identity creation, and advertising solutions. The company is praised for its professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to exceed expectations, with 100% positive feedback across all reviews. Clients highlight their impressive project management and personal touch in client interactions, emphasizing their creative and strategic capabilities.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Long Beach, CA
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Article Curators is a Content Marketing company. Headquartered in Long Beach, California, their midsize team focuses on Content Marketing and Web Design. The firm was founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Arvanza Consulting is a small San Diego, California-based SEO company and pay per click company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 16 projectsTop Growth Marketing INC is a dynamic growth marketing agency specializing in digital advertising, social media marketing, and email campaigns. They consistently deliver impressive results, including significant revenue growth and increased brand visibility. Notably, 100% of reviewers commend their project management skills and client-focused approach, highlighting their ability to exceed expectations and provide tailored solutions.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves CaliforniaServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency renowned for its omnichannel media services, including digital advertising, SEO, and traditional media. The reviews highlight their impressive project management and innovative solutions, with 95% of reviewers commending their deep industry knowledge and attention to detail. Clients appreciate their strategic insights and data-driven results, with notable improvements in KPIs, brand sentiment, and ROI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Straight Up Growth = Amazon is a PPC agency. Founded in 2019, their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Culver City, CA
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Pacvue, a midsize pay per click agency, is headquartered in Culver City, California. Their services include Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2023, Flypost Agency is an Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Concord, CA
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Amazon Expert Publishing is a small Content Marketing company. They focus on Content Marketing and Market Research and were founded in 2024.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Community Boost is a social media marketing agency. Launched in 2012, the firm is located in San Diego, California. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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Located in San Diego, California, Reeds Publishing is a Content Marketing and Content Writing Services company. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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In Los Angeles, California, Book New Patients is a social media marketing agency and Demand Generation Marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Santa Clarita, CA
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Branding company Wikithinkers is based in Santa Clarita, California. They focus on Branding and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Riverside, CA
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EXtéres Corporation is a Riverside, California-based SEO services firm. Launched in 2007, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Beverly Hills, CA
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Lime Outreach is an Email Marketing company in Beverly Hills, California. Their services include Email Marketing and Account-Based Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Mountain House, CA
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Abeda Digital Services, a social media marketing firm, was launched in 2013. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is in Mountain House, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Jose, CA
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Launched in 2024, Ingram Ghostwriting is a small Content Marketing and Content Writing Services company. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Artisan Publishings is a Content Marketing and Content Writing Services company. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Torrance, CA
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Inkout Publication is a Content Marketing and Content Writing Services company launched in 2012. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2009, ADvance Media is a midsize Advertising company in Los Angeles, California. Their team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Headquartered in San Francisco, California, Story Bridge Agency is a Content Marketing and Content Writing Services company. Their services include Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2007, American Web Designers Inc is a midsize Market Research company. Their team provides Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerSan Diego, CA
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See all 2 projectsEarthy Creative is a video production company praised for creating engaging and unique content tailored to client needs. They excel in project management, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their punctuality and professionalism. Notably, their ability to understand client goals and deliver high-quality results is frequently emphasized, leading to complete client satisfaction without any identified areas for improvement.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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LOTUS is a branding firm. Founded in 2017, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The agency is located in Los Angeles, California and McKinney, Texas.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Based in Waltham, Massachusetts and San Francisco, California, Inkhouse is a PR firm. Established in 2007, the team focuses on Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsSpirinity Productions specializes in high-quality video production services, exemplified by their work on instructional videos for an online jiu-jitsu course. Clients highlight their exceptional attention to detail, responsiveness, and effective project management, with many noting significant increases in engagement and sales following their involvement. Overall, Spirinity Productions is highly regarded for their professionalism and client-focused approach.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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MADE PR is a PR firm. Their small team is in San Francisco, California. Their services include Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Perris, CA
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The ARRC is an Advertising company. Founded in 2000, the company is located in Perris, California. Their team focuses on Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Newport Beach, CA
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Toto Film production is a Content Marketing company founded in 2004. The small team focuses on Content Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Kyngdom Digital Marketing Agency, an Advertising company, offers Advertising and Digital Strategy. The company is located in Los Angeles, California and San Diego, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vista, CA
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Established in 2010, Reputation 1st is a small SEO agency. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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Jemi SEO Firm is a SEO agency. Launched in 2019, their team offers Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oxnard, CA
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LIT Consulting Co. Is a SEO company. Established in 2015, their team offers Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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OC Websites is a SEO agency based in Irvine, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tustin, CA
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Tustin SEO Services, a SEO agency, is in Tustin, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStockton, CA
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Digital Strategy company Strategic Digital Media is located in Stockton, California. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tustin, CA
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Whiskey SEO is a SEO services firm. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and are based in Tustin, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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PressRoom.ai is a SEO agency. Founded in 2018, the firm is located in San Francisco, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Laguna Beach, CA
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Adalystic Marketing is a PPC agency. Their team is based in Laguna Beach, California. The firm specializes in Pay Per Click and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Pinned SEO is a SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and is located in San Diego, California and Newport Beach, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Encinitas, CA
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ZDigital is a SEO company and web design agency. They were launched in 2019, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Long Beach, CA
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5 Elements Entertainment is a web development company. Founded in 2009, the team specializes in Web Development and Mobile App Development. The agency is located in Long Beach, California.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Digital Operative is an e-commerce development firm. Headquartered in San Diego, California and Denver, Colorado, the team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Encinitas, CA
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Public relations firm Clearpoint Agency is in Encinitas, California. The team focuses on Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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Content Marketing company Next Generation Professionals is based in San Jose, California and Huntington Beach, California. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newport Beach, CA
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Tusk Creative Studios is a branding agency. Headquartered in Newport Beach, California, their small team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy. The firm was launched in 2019.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Manhattan Beach, CA
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South of LA is a branding company. The Manhattan Beach, California-based agency focuses on Branding and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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Logo Anchor is a Pasadena, California-based Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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E-commerce development company Entice Digital Marketing is based in Los Angeles, California. The team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Web Design Tech is a small mobile app development firm established in 2012. Their services include Mobile App Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Midsize Advertising company Think Jam, is located in Los Angeles, California and London, England. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company Troika is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Established in 2001, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Santa Clara, CA
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See all 8 projectsPurple Iris Communications is a content creation and communications company specializing in developing high-value content assets, such as pitch decks, whitepapers, and marketing materials. The reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, highlighting their professionalism, adherence to deadlines, and strategic alignment with client objectives. Approximately 80% of reviewers commend their ability to integrate seamlessly with internal teams and deliver content that enhances engagement and achieves measurable success.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49West Hollywood, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Irvine, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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31.7/40.018/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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38.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Manhattan Beach, CA
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34.8/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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35.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Westlake Village, CA
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34.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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35/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Anaheim, CA
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33.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sunnyvale, CA
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37/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Diego, CA
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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34.4/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999El Segundo, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Culver City, CA
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39.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Top Digital Marketing Agencies in California
Local expertise matters when:
- Audience insight: Agencies plugged into Silicon Valley, SoCal, or Central Valley trends understand regional buyer behavior.
- Industry connections: Whether it’s tech events in San Jose or entertainment media in Hollywood, local teams have relationships that accelerate campaigns.
- Time-zone alignment: Collaboration is smoother when strategy, design, and analytics happen during your workday, especially for West Coast brands. -Regulatory knowledge: California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) compliance is baked into reputable agencies’ playbooks.
Budgets vary widely:
- Small business/local campaigns: $2,500–$7,500 per month
- Growth-stage startups: $8,000–$20,000 per month for multi-channel programs
- Enterprise engagements:$25,000+ per month, often including paid media spend and advanced analytics
Hourly consulting rates typically run $120–$250, reflecting the state’s higher cost of living and premium talent pool.
Thanks to the state’s diverse economy, agencies here support:
- Technology & SaaS
- Entertainment, gaming, and streaming media
- E-commerce & DTC fashion
- Healthcare and biotech (especially in San Diego and Orange County)
- Clean energy and climate tech – Food, wine, and agribusiness in the Central Coast and Napa Valley
Look for case studies in your sector to gauge an agency’s domain expertise.
Use these guidelines to help with your process:
- Define goals. Are you chasing brand awareness, lead generation, or online sales?
- Check Clutch reviews.Prior buyers reveal communication style, ROI, and reliability.
- Request local references. Speaking with California companies similar to yours offers honest feedback.
- Review strategy proposals. Strong agencies present data-driven plans, clear KPIs, and timelines.
- Assess cultural fit. A collaborative approach often outperforms the cheapest quote.
Avoid agencies that:
- Promise #1 Google rankings “guaranteed”
- Lack transparency on ad spend vs. management fees
- Can’t provide recent case studies or performance metrics
- Avoid contracts or refuse to outline deliverables
- Ignore CCPA compliance or data privacy best practices
Performing due diligence on Clutch by reading detailed reviews and comparing verified metrics helps you steer clear of these pitfalls.