Top Digital Marketing Agencies in Chicago
Chicago’s bustling tech scene—anchored by hubs like 1871, Fulton Market, and the campuses of Northwestern and U of C—has spawned a thriving ecosystem of digital marketing talent. From data-driven web marketing agencies in the Loop to full-service firms in River North, the city offers specialists who know how to reach Midwestern consumers and global audiences alike.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 109 projectsFunnel Boost Media is a highly-rated SEO agency, consistently praised for its professionalism, timely delivery, and effective project management. They specialize in improving SEO, website development, and digital marketing to enhance clients' brand presence and lead generation. Approximately 100% of reviewers reported positive outcomes, highlighting significant improvements in website traffic, lead generation, and overall satisfaction with their services.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 2 projectsThrivePOP is a woman-owned marketing agency specializing in digital branding, website development, and e-commerce solutions. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with clients praising their creativity, strategic approach, and excellent project management. Around 100% of reviewers highlighted ThrivePOP's ability to align with their business values and deliver exceptional results, including increased sales and improved brand presence.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 361 projectsDisruptive Advertising is a digital marketing agency offering services like SEM, PPC, SEO, and lead generation strategy. The reviews reflect a 90% satisfaction rate, highlighting their expertise in increasing lead volume and cost efficiency. Many clients commend their project management and cultural alignment, though one outlier criticized their handling of high-budget projects. Overall, their commitment to client success is well-regarded.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Serves Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 143 projectsIntero Digital is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, website design, and digital marketing strategies. Reviews are mixed; approximately 56% are positive, citing efficient project management, strong SEO results, and effective communication, while 44% report poor performance, unfulfilled promises, and inadequate deliverables. Notably, recurring positive themes include their attentiveness and professionalism, while negative feedback highlights a lack of competency and failure to meet basic professional standards.
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Marketing Werks, an Event Marketing company, is located in Chicago, Illinois. They provide Event Marketing and Public Relations and were established in 1987.
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Wagstaff Worldwide, a social media marketing firm, focus on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations. They were founded in 1999.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 70 projectsVerbsz Marketing is a digital marketing agency offering a range of services, including SEO, web development, and paid advertising. Reviews reveal mixed feedback: approximately 70% highlight positive impacts such as increased leads and enhanced digital visibility, while about 30% report negative experiences, including unethical strategy execution leading to significant business setbacks. The company's professionalism, responsiveness, and results-driven approach are frequently praised, although concerns regarding transparency and accountability have been noted.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves Chicago, ILServices 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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Kelmscott Agency is a midsize Advertising company based in Berkeley, Illinois. Their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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Millenial Services is a midsize Chicago, Illinois-based answering service. The team specializes in Call Center Services and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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Integral Ad Science is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding and were launched in 2009.
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Stewart + Company, Inc. Is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Graphic Design and are located in Chicago, Illinois.
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Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Mookie Digital is a small PPC company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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Clue Dental Marketing is a branding firm. Launched in 2011, the team offers Branding and Web Design. The firm is located in Burr Ridge, Illinois.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Warrenville, IL
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See all 11 projectsGerard Agency is a full-service marketing and branding company known for its expertise in developing brand identities, marketing strategies, and comprehensive content creation, including web development and SEO. Feedback across reviews is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting attributes such as their ability to partner closely with clients, deliver high-quality results on time, and foster a collaborative working environment. Notably, 100% of reviewers express satisfaction, with no areas for improvement mentioned.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Palatine, IL
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See all 2 projectsLogical Position is a digital marketing agency offering services such as PPC management and email campaign strategies. Overall feedback is positive, with over 80% of reviewers highlighting their effective project management and ability to enhance traffic and conversions. While they excel in their services, clients suggest enhancing communication regarding Google Analytics data for less experienced users.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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HeLT Consulting + Services is a SEO agency. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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SEO services firm Amplified Results was founded in 2010. The company specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Downers Grove, IL
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J. Murray & Associates is a SEO services firm. Their small team is based in Downers Grove, Illinois. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Founded in 2013, Forward Marketing is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Prosper Strategies is a Marketing Strategy company. Launched in 2012, the team provides Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Evanston, IL
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In Evanston, Illinois, Artistic Digital is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and E-Commerce Development and were launched in 1994.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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M A Interactive LLC is a branding firm. Established in 2009, the team offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Des Plaines, IL
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Launched in 1994, Paradigm Productions is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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My Local Beacon is a Digital Strategy company. They were founded in 2014 and focus on Digital Strategy and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9La Grange, IL
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Boomm Marketing & Communications is a branding agency. Their small team is headquartered in La Grange, Illinois. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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3Points Communications, a small public relations agency, is located in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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Founded in 2010, VineSprout, Inc. Is a public relations firm. The team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2013, Barclay Digital is a Business Consulting company. The agency offers Business Consulting and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Castco Communications is an Elmhurst, Illinois-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Email Marketing and were launched in 2002.
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Established in 2001, Findzall Community Marketing is a small Business Consulting company based in Elmhurst, Illinois. Their team provides Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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Branding firm Roaming Sapiens offers Branding and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2016.
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The LemonAd Stand is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Maywood, Illinois, and their services include Advertising and Logo.
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Cates Collaborative, LLC is a Chicago, Illinois-based video production agency. The team specializes in Video Production and Content Marketing.
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Ideafarm is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the agency was established in 2009. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Chicagoland SEO Company is a small Chicago, Illinois-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2017, Forest Glen Communications is a PR firm. The company provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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MarketSurge is a web design company. Their small team of employees is based in Evanston, Illinois. Their team offers Web Design and Content Marketing.
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Established in 2011, Krejca Creative Group is an Email Marketing company. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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True Blue Creatives is a branding agency. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the company focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Logo company WebApp Terminal was established in 2020. The small team offers Logo and Video Production.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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E Orbit Solutions INC., a branding company, was established in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization and is in Chicago, Illinois.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Des Plaines, IL
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MEGATECSOL Inc. , a SEO services firm, specializes in Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design. The firm is in Des Plaines, Illinois.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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In Chicago, Illinois, Lobi Media is a video production company. They offer Video Production and Video Marketing and were established in 2024.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Eclectic Media is a social media marketing agency. Founded in 2014, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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SEO services firm Arnos Digital was launched in 2024. The company offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Wivisor is a social media marketing agency. Their team is based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Social media marketing agency Search Engine Marketing Chicago focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Glenview, IL
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Small SEO services firm Simple SEO Group, is in Glenview, Illinois. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Whiting, IN
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Elegrit Web Design & Development is a SEO company. The Whiting, Indiana-based team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Oak Forest, IL
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See all 1 projectsEfficient Tech Solution: Elevating Businesses Through Digital Innovation At Efficient Tech Solution, we specialize in transforming businesses with cutting-edge web development and digital solutions.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Luna Vista Digital, LLC is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2022. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Glen Ellyn, IL
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See all 3 projectsQuality Resource Marketing is a web development company highly praised for its ability to create user-friendly websites tailored to client visions, as evidenced by increased donor engagement and volunteer recruitment. All reviewers express satisfaction with their timely delivery and effective communication, contributing to a 100% positive feedback rate.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Arlington Heights, IL
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See all 1 projectsFlair Interactive is a versatile digital marketing agency offering SEO development, website management, and inbound lead generation services. With positive feedback highlighting their domain expertise and successful project outcomes, they have impressed clients with enhanced SEO scoring and exceptional product launches. Their effective project management and industry knowledge are frequently praised, though continuous improvement is acknowledged.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lisle, IL
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See all 6 projectsComing of Age is a distinguished marketing agency specializing in targeting the senior market. Across several reviews, clients consistently praised their professionalism, responsiveness, and unique understanding of senior demographics, with a particular focus on digital and print marketing strategies. Approximately 80% of reviews highlighted their exceptional expertise in creating impactful marketing campaigns, while minor concerns were raised about the need for clearer communication on project specifications. Overall, Coming of Age is valued for its innovative approach and ability to deliver significant marketing results.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Palatine, IL
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See all 1 projectsPepper Group is a comprehensive web development and product marketing company with a strong focus on understanding their clients' business needs. Over a decade of collaboration, they have been instrumental in helping clients package services and enhance digital platforms. With 100% positive feedback, clients appreciate their strategic insight and ability to foster growth, resulting in a consistent 20% year-over-year growth for one client.
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List of the Top 15 Chicago Digital Marketing Companies
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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38.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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37/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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36.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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34.6/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37.4/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Cleveland, OH
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34.2/40.017/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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38.9/40.019.8/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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38.2/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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32.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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35.9/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Elmhurst, IL
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38.5/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Chicago, IL
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32.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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32.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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30.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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29.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews5.6/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dover, DE
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32.2/40.020/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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34.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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30/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.4/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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29.7/40.015.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
51% Digital Marketing49% Other
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Chicago Digital Marketing Agency FAQs
Working with a local team provides game-changing advantages that can level up your project, including:
- In-market insights: agencies understand Chicago’s commuter patterns, seasonal events (think Lollapalooza, the Chicago Marathon), and media outlets.
- Face-to-face collaboration: easy to meet in the Loop or West Loop for strategy sessions.
- Access to Midwest talent: local universities produce top creatives and data analysts, often more cost-effective than coastal counterparts.
If your target audience spans Illinois or the Great Lakes region, a Chicago partner can be a strategic advantage.
Budgets for hiring a Chicago-based digital marketing agency vary based on factors such as team size, creative requirements, and scope. According to Clutch data, clients can expect:
- Hourly rates: $100 – $149 for senior-level, $50 – $99 for boutique teams
- Monthly retainers: $4,000 – $15,000 for multi-channel campaigns
- Project-based work: Site audits or one-off PPC tests can start around $5,000
Chicago pricing often lands below New York or San Francisco while delivering comparable expertise. Remember, ask for a detailed quote for your project so you can avoid unexpected costs and financial strain.
Thanks to the city’s diverse economy, experienced digital marketing agencies frequently specialize in a multitude of markets and niches such as:
- Finance and fintech
- Healthcare and med-tech (the Illinois Medical District)
- Manufacturing and logistics
- Food and beverage (home to Kraft Heinz, Conagra)
- Higher education and nonprofits
Many full-service digital marketing agencies also maintain cross-industry teams for B2B SaaS, e-commerce, and sports/entertainment.
- Define goals—lead gen, brand awareness, e-commerce sales.
- Shortlist agencies with relevant case studies and industry accolades.
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- Schedule discovery calls; ask about KPIs, reporting cadence, and Chicago-specific success stories.
- Start with a pilot project or 3-month retainer to gauge fit.
- One-size-fits-all proposals that ignore your niche or local competitors
- Lack of transparency in pricing or media spend markup
- Overpromising quick SEO rankings or guaranteed follower counts
- No Chicago presence despite a “local” listing—verify a real office or team members in the area
- Limited reporting or unwillingness to share raw data