Top Digital Marketing Agencies in New Jersey
New Jersey sits at the crossroads of the U.S. East Coast economy, with biotech giants along the “Medicine Chest Corridor,” thriving shore-town retailers, and startups taking advantage of Rutgers and Princeton talent. Whether you need SEO, paid media, or full-funnel growth campaigns, partnering with a trusted digital marketing agency that New Jersey-based businesses recommend can accelerate your results.
Clutch makes that search simple: we verify client reviews, analyze case studies, and assign in-depth ratings so you can quickly shortlist the best fit. Use the filters on this page to sort agencies by hourly rate, industry expertise, or location—from Hoboken to Cherry Hill—and hire with confidence.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves New JerseyServices provided
See all 35 projectsCodedesign is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, paid acquisition, and website optimization. Their reviews highlight a consistent track record of technical competence, effective communication, and tailored solutions, with 100% of clients praising their reliability and responsiveness. Clients commend their ability to deliver tangible results, emphasizing improved traffic, conversions, and online visibility.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves New JerseyServices 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 / hr50 - 249Serves New JerseyServices 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.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves New JerseyServices provided
See all 12 projectsScaledOn is a digital marketing agency specializing in Amazon management, PPC, SEO, and digital strategy optimization. Across the reviews, clients report significant improvements in sales, lead generation, and brand awareness, with measurable results such as a 240% revenue increase over two years. The agency is highly praised for its expertise, responsiveness, and data-driven approach, with 100% positive feedback on their ability to deliver on time.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newark, NJ
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Theory Consulting LLC is a Newark, New Jersey-based branding company and social media marketing company. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9North Bergen, NJ
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Better SEO is a web design agency. Launched in 2000, the team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. The company is in New York, New York and North Bergen, New Jersey.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New JerseyServices 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.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Serves New JerseyServices provided
See all 345 projectsSmartSites is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, and website development and maintenance. Their services consistently receive positive feedback for their responsiveness, reliability, and expertise, with approximately 95% satisfaction on projects like SEO optimization and digital campaign management. Clients appreciate their proactive communication, data-driven strategies, and ability to deliver measurable outcomes, such as improved traffic and ROI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newark, NJ
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Raise Newark Inc is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2015. The small team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Orange, NJ
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Media planning & buying agency Hudson Media Services is in West Orange, New Jersey. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Holmdel, NJ
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Springboard, a branding firm, was founded in 1995. The agency offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomfield, NJ
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Public relations agency Media Consultants, LLC was established in 2008. The team provides Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Corporate Photography company The Joey Creative Agency is located in Jersey City, New Jersey. They provide Corporate Photography and Email Marketing and were established in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denville, NJ
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FocusWorks Marketing, a small branding company, is located in Denville, New Jersey. The team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lyndhurst, NJ
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Social media marketing firm ADNetwork NY, LLC. Is based in Lyndhurst, New Jersey. Founded in 2010, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington Township, NJ
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Graphics Solutions is a branding firm. They provide Branding and Email Marketing and were launched in 2008. The firm is based in Washington Township, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Union, NJ
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Solo Dove Consulting is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is based in Union, New Jersey and offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Holmdel, NJ
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Branding agency WJ Media Group LLC is headquartered in Holmdel, New Jersey. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pompton Lakes, NJ
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CMM Strategic Communications is a Pompton Lakes, New Jersey-based branding agency. Launched in 1996, the team offers Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milltown, NJ
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Based in Milltown, New Jersey, Sisbro Innovation is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Westfield, NJ
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Advantage Marketing Consulting Services is a Marketing Strategy company in Westfield, New Jersey. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Bergen, NJ
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My Virtual Design LLC is a small North Bergen, New Jersey-based social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Woodcliff Lake, NJ
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Conversion Agile Marketing is a small Marketing Strategy company in Woodcliff Lake, New Jersey. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Paterson, NJ
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INAGREAT is a Paterson, New Jersey-based branding company. Founded in 2016, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hopatcong, NJ
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SeedTech LLC is a small SEO services firm founded in 2017. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Washington Township, NJ
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Founded in 2022, IseMedia is a small web design company. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Morristown, NJ
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See all 7 projectsDotcomWeavers is a web development company known for building custom e-commerce solutions and providing strategic insights to enhance online business capabilities. Reviews emphasize their dedication to understanding clients' unique needs and delivering projects on time and within budget. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their attention to detail and personalized approach, while some suggest improvements in quality control and communication. Overall, DotcomWeavers is praised for their client-centric service and technical expertise.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Cherry Hill, NJ
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CMI Media Grou, a Market Research company, was established in 1989. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Cherry Hill, New Jersey, the team offers Market Research and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Lawrence Township, NJ
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Pollen Productions is a small video production agency. Established in 2023, the team focuses on Video Production and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Carmel, IN
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Established in 2012, Dawn IT Service is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Burlington, NJ
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Marketing Sprouts Agency, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2021. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Trenton, NJ
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Advertise IT, LLC is a Content Marketing and social media marketing agency. In Trenton, New Jersey, their team focuses on Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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See all 32 projectsLeo9 Design is a distinguished UI/UX and web design company renowned for delivering high-impact design and development services. The company consistently receives positive reviews, with over 85% of feedback highlighting their creativity, responsiveness, and ability to align with brand values. While their project management has been praised, around 15% of reviews suggest improvements in project timelines and on-page SEO optimization. Overall, Leo9 Design is highly recommended for quality-driven projects.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Old Bridge, NJ
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Howzit , a pay per click company, was established in 2023. The agency focuses on Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newark, NJ
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DreamPlay Media is a video production company. Their small team is in Newark, New Jersey. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Union City, NJ
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Launched in 2018, ANJ Web Tech is an application development company. The team offers Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Linden, NJ
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Cox Printers and Digital Media is a Direct Marketing company. Established in 1907, the firm is based in Linden, New Jersey. Their team focuses on Direct Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Monroe, NJ
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Founded in 2019, DigitalTechyx is an Advertising company. The firm focuses on Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Montvale, NJ
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Founded in 2014, Aldis Group is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Princeton, NJ
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Inforest Communications is a SEO services firm. The Princeton, New Jersey-based company was launched in 1997. Their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clark, NJ
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Forrest & Blake Marketing - Advertising is a PPC agency. The team offers Pay Per Click and is headquartered in Clark, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wood-Ridge, NJ
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Small SEO company WebBRB Medical Website Design, is based in Wood-Ridge, New Jersey. The team provides Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Princeton, NJ
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Launched in 2002, Asenka Interactive is a SEO agency. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edison, NJ
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Based in Edison, New Jersey, Spatial Code Inc. Is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Edison, NJ
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XHTMLCHOP is a midsize Email Marketing company founded in 2007. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wayne, NJ
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Launched in 2013, Aptimized is a PPC agency. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and ERP consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Voorhees Township, NJ
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Pay per click agency Engage Media is based in Voorhees Township, New Jersey. Their services include Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSomerville, NJ
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Alta Verba Consulting, LLC is a Content Marketing and Content Writing Services company. Launched in 2023, the agency provides Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Piscataway, NJ
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Red Dash Media is a SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is located in Piscataway, New Jersey and New Delhi, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Manasquan, NJ
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Launched in 2009, Wingman Planning is a PPC agency. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Voorhees Township, NJ
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Founded in 2019, Quantum Advertising is a social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and is in Voorhees Township, New Jersey.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Rockaway, NJ
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Launched in 2024, Near Me Digital MArketing Agency is a pay per click agency. The small team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hackensack, NJ
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SEO services firm Onrush Digital Marketing was founded in 2015. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Laurel Township, NJ
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Launched in 2017, Conglomerate Marketing Agency, a small PPC agency and SEO company, is in Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lyndhurst, NJ
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Open and Free Software Solutions LLC, an UX agency, was established in 2022. The firm provides UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Secaucus, NJ
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Open Sales LLC is a SEO agency. They were established in 2023 and provide Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 New Jersey Digital Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tinton Falls, NJ
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35.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Evesham, NJ
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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32.4/40.014/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ringwood, NJ
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33.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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35.4/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hoboken, NJ
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34.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cherry Hill, NJ
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30.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews5.9/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Belmar, NJ
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30.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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37.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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29.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Montclair, NJ
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35.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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24.4/40.017/20 Reviews2.8/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Red Bank, NJ
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32.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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26.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews1.6/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9East Hanover, NJ
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27/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mount Laurel Township, NJ
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27.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews4.9/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Red Bank, NJ
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27.9/40.015.4/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Paramus, NJ
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29.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews5.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Madison, NJ
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35.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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25.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.9/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Summit, NJ
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32.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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29.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews5/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbus, OH
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9South Bound Brook, NJ
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24.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews3.6/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Basking Ridge, NJ
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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33.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Long Valley, NJ
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30.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Edison, NJ
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21.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Digital Marketing20% Other
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New Jersey Digital Marketing Agency FAQs
Working with a New Jersey-based digital marketing partner offers three key strategic advantages:
- Market insight – Agencies understand NJ buying patterns, commuter trends, and regional slang (think “jug handle” and “Taylor ham”).
- Proximity to NYC media – You get big-market connections without Manhattan price tags.
- Face-to-face collaboration – Quick drives to client sites in Newark, Princeton, or the Jersey Shore foster faster feedback loops.
For brands targeting Garden State consumers—or balancing NYC and Philly audiences—local knowledge pays off.
Budgets vary depending on several factors, including team size, project scope, and creative requirements. On Clutch, small businesses typically spend $3,000 – $8,000 per month for a multifaceted retainer covering SEO, PPC, and content.
Project-based website launches or audits can start at $5,000, while hourly consulting rates range from $100 – $200, mirroring the cost of living between Hoboken and Morristown. Always request transparent pricing, KPIs, and contract terms before you sign.
Thanks to the state’s diverse economy, agencies often specialize in:
- Pharmaceutical and life sciences (NJ houses many Fortune 500 pharma HQs)
- Finance, insurance, and fintech along the Hudson “Gold Coast”
- E-commerce and DTC brands shipping from Central NJ warehouses
- Higher education and edtech linked to Rutgers, Princeton, and NJIT
- Tourism—shore resorts, casinos, and outdoor recreation
Before shortlisting, look for case studies that mirror your vertical.
- Guaranteed #1 Google rankings—no agency controls algorithms.
- One-size-fits-all proposals lacking NJ market nuance.
- Opaque reporting or refusal to share ad account access.
- High employee churn—ask who will actually manage your campaigns.
- Contract lock-ins longer than 12 months without exit clauses.
If you spot any of these red flags, don’t hesitate to keep looking. Trust firms that provide clear milestones, realistic timelines, and transparent communication channels.
- Define your project’s specific goals (e.g., 50% SEO traffic lift or 3x ROAS on paid social).
- Filter Clutch listings by service line and budget.
- Check verified reviews for metrics, communication style, and team size.
- Request proposals comparing strategy, tech stack, and reporting cadence.
- Interview the strategists—not just sales reps—to gauge cultural fit.
Leverage comparison tools on Clutch and bookmark resources like Top Digital Marketing Companies for a broader view.