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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices provided
See all 108 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 / hr50 - 249Serves New York City, NYServices 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 York City, NYServices provided
See all 69 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 York City, NYServices 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Launched in 2013, Alsett Advertising & Printing is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada and Las Vegas, Nevada, the team offers Advertising and Market Research.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Endai is an Email Marketing company headquartered in New York, New York. The team offers Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves New York City, NYServices 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 York City, NYServices provided
See all 344 projectsSmartSites is a comprehensive digital marketing agency offering services such as SEO, PPC, and web development. The company is praised for its clear communication and timely deliveries, with 100% of reviewers highlighting its responsiveness and strategic approach. Clients commend SmartSites for its professional project management and measurable success in increasing online traffic and conversions.
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Premiere Creative, an Advertising company, is located in Millburn, New Jersey. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Branding agency The Flower Agency is based in Brooklyn, New York. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Hot Since 22, a small video production agency, is based in Carouge, Switzerland and Zürich, Switzerland. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Prospect Park, NJ
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Zeus Marketing Agency is a SEO company. The Prospect Park, New Jersey-based firm was founded in 2021. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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IPullRank is an user experience company. The company is based in New York, New York. Their team provides UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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Launched in 2012, acKnowledge Digital Marketing is an Advertising company. In New York, New York, the team provides Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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Saad Raza SEO is a SEO services firm. They are based in Karachi, Pakistan and New York, New York and have small team. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Chainlink Relationship Marketing, a SEO services firm, focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They were launched in 2013.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Advertising company London Consultancy Group was launched in 2016. The team focuses on Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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Mixed Media Ventures, LLC is a SEO services firm. In Las Vegas, Nevada and New York, New York, the company was founded in 2013. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999New Rochelle, NY
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Transcription company Acolad is in Boulogne-Billancourt, France and Hudson, Wisconsin. Founded in 1995, the team provides Transcription and Translation.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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AppNoit INC. Is an app development firm. The team is in New York, New York and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and their services include Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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SocialWeber is a Content Marketing company. In Brooklyn, New York, the agency was established in 2013. Their services include Content Marketing and Market Research.
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Rein Group LLC is a small graphic design agency founded in 2015. Their team provides Graphic Design and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Pay per click agency Virtual Staffing Agency was founded in 2017. The midsize team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Founded in 2021, The Healthcare Incubator is a media planning and buying company. In New York, New York, the team provides Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Digital Strategy company Top New York SEO Company is located in New York, New York. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hillside, NJ
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See all 2 projectsBusiness Digitaly offers digital media services, including Facebook advertising and search engine optimization (SEO). The reviews highlight their professionalism, punctuality, and strong customer support. Clients commend Business Digitaly for delivering on time, aligning with company values, and improving online presence, while also suggesting improvements in providing more frequent project updates.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Queens, NY
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Alvonso Marketing Agency is a social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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ITVDM - Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. The New York, New York-based company was established in 2020. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Long Island City, NY
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Established in 2017, ARKTOP is a pay per click agency. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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PPC agency SearchDemon was launched in 2020. The agency focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Multiply is a social media marketing agency. They are headquartered in New York, New York and have small team of experts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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See all 14 projectsKegan Quimby Web Design & Development is a one-person web development company specializing in creating and maintaining WordPress websites. Reviews consistently highlight Kegan's professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget. Approximately 100% of reviews praise his communication skills and adaptability, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerNew York, NY
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See all 1 projectsPrimary Position is an SEO agency known for enhancing online visibility and driving organic traffic growth. Client feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviews highlighting impressive communication and expertise in SEO, resulting in a substantial 400% increase in organic traffic and a 1725% growth in conversions. Their strategic approach and mastery in digital marketing are consistently praised.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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Mother, a large SEO company, is located in London, England and New York, New York. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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Sizmek is a SEO services firm. Their large team is headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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TBWA is a SEO agency. The New York, New York-based agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249NYC, NY
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HealthcareSEO is a SEO services firm. The NYC, New York-based agency was established in 2012. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Pay per click agency WorldWide IT Network Inc was launched in 2017. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Digital design is a Kolkata, India-based SEO services firm. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were established in 2022.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Jamaica,, NY
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See all 1 projectsBranxify specializes in delivering tailored digital solutions, including design, development, SEO, content writing, and performance marketing, to help small businesses thrive online. We combine
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsDigital Verse Agency offers comprehensive branding services aimed at fostering customer connections and enhancing brand perception. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, 24/7 customer support, and strong commitment to delivering high-quality results. Overall, clients are highly satisfied with the transformative impact on their brand image.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New Rochelle, NY
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Based in New Rochelle, New York, ANOSALES LLC is a midsize Sales Outsourcing company. Their services include Sales Outsourcing and Market Research.
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In New York, New York, RAVER AI is a Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Social media marketing firm Grexa AI was founded in 2024. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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AMZ Founders is a midsize Marketing Strategy company established in 2021. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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PrimeGuide Partners is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in New York, New York and , their small team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm was founded in 2018.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Optimist Consulting is a PR company. Their small team is based in New York, New York. Their services include Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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9Rooftops is a midsize Chicago, Illinois-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Launched in 2017, Golden Web Media is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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ADOMARK - Website Design & SEO is a SEO services firm. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were founded in 2018.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 4 projectsFresh Design Studio is a creative digital agency offering services in web development, social media marketing, and brand refreshment. Clients commend their excellent project management, responsiveness, and creative solutions, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their ability to exceed expectations and maintain strong communication. Notably, 75% of reviewers appreciate their ability to adapt and execute projects swiftly and professionally. Fresh Design Studio consistently delivers innovative and customer-focused results.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Heaven Gold Infotech is a Digital Strategy company. The New York, New York-based team offers Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Resolute is an e-commerce development firm. Launched in 2009, the company is in New York, New York. Their team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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See all 1 projectsThor Social | Digital Marketing Agency is a comprehensive digital marketing firm specializing in SEO, PPC, social media management, and email marketing. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, notably lowering customer acquisition costs by 80% and facilitating significant business growth. Clients commend their exceptional project management and timely delivery, with 100% of reviewers expressing satisfaction with their results and communication.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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See all 1 projectsZufaa Inc. provides web design, digital marketing, and online shop maintenance services. The reviews highlight their ability to deliver visually appealing and user-friendly websites on time, significantly enhancing sales for clients. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail are consistently praised, establishing Zufaa Inc. as a reliable choice for software development services.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Fairfield, NJ
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Top Digital Marketing Agencies in New York
Local agencies live and breathe the city’s trends. Think Fashion Week buzz or holiday shopping on Fifth Avenue. By working with an NYC-based team you gain:
- Immediate access to local media, influencer, and event networks
- On-site collaboration for faster creative iterations
- Insight into regional search habits (e.g., borough-specific queries)
- Familiarity with compliance rules affecting finance, healthcare, and other heavily regulated New York industries For companies targeting national or global markets, NYC agencies often have multilingual talent and connections that extend far beyond the city.
Budgets vary widely:
- Hourly rates: $150–$300 for senior-level strategists
- Monthly retainers: $5,000–$25,000, depending on scope and channel mix
- Project work (e.g., website launch or campaign sprint): $15,000–$100,000+ Large agencies along Madison Avenue usually command the higher end; boutique shops in Brooklyn or Queens may offer leaner pricing without sacrificing creativity.
Thanks to the city’s diverse economy, agencies often specialize in:
- Finance & fintech
- Fashion and beauty
- Hospitality, restaurants, and tourism
- Healthtech and biotech
- Real estate and proptech
- Arts, entertainment, and nonprofits
Many firms also have dedicated teams for SaaS startups clustered around “Silicon Alley.”
Follow these guidelines to help with your process:
- Define objectives—brand awareness, lead generation, e-commerce sales, etc.
- Shortlist agencies with case studies in your vertical.
- Review Clutch ratings for strategy, quality, and timelines.
- Ask about channel expertise (SEO vs. paid media) and in-house vs. outsourced talent.
- Request KPIs and reporting cadence that match your decision cycles.
Pro tip: Schedule an in-person or virtual workshop to gauge culture fit; collaboration style can be a decisive factor in NYC’s fast-paced market.
Look out for companies that showcase any of these red flags:
- Guaranteed rankings or viral promises (no one controls algorithms).
- Opaque pricing or heavily bundled “black-box” services.
- Minimal local references despite claiming NYC expertise.
- High staff turnover—ask who will actually work on your account.
- One-size-fits-all strategies; successful NYC campaigns require neighborhood-level nuance.