Top Digital Marketing Agencies in Texas
From Austin’s buzzing startup scene to Houston’s energy giants and Dallas–Fort Worth’s Fortune 500 corridor, Texas is a magnet for ambitious brands—and the digital agencies that serve them. Effective digital marketing combines SEO, paid media, social, and content to put your business in front of the right audience at the right time.
Clutch short-lists the most-trusted Texas digital marketing agencies by analyzing client reviews, market presence, and in-depth performance metrics. Use the filters to narrow partners by budget, hourly rate, service line, or city so you can quickly find a vetted team that matches your goals.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves TexasServices provided
See all 113 projectsFunnel Boost Media is a digital marketing and SEO agency that specializes in website development, SEO management, and PPC campaigns. Across their reviews, 100% of clients praised their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver on time. Approximately 90% of reviews highlighted the company's outstanding communication and customer service, while 85% noted significant improvements in online visibility and lead generation.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves TexasServices provided
See all 108 projectsThrive Internet Marketing Agency is a digital marketing firm specializing in services such as SEO, social media management, and digital advertising. Feedback from clients highlights their responsive communication, professionalism, and timely project management. While 70% of reviews note their impressive customer service and culture fit, others mention a need for deeper industry understanding and proactive support.
$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Serves TexasServices provided
See all 147 projectsIntero Digital is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, content marketing, digital PR, web design, and paid media strategies. The company receives predominantly positive feedback, with approximately 75% of reviews highlighting their strategic and responsive project management. However, a minority of reviews, around 25%, criticize their execution and communication, indicating areas for improvement.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves TexasServices 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 / hr250 - 999Dallas, TX
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In Dallas, Texas, Dominate Local is a Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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See all 2 projectsWebnflix specializes in delivering creative design and digital solutions, including logo and website redesigns, tailored to client needs. Reviews highlight their professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication to understanding client visions. Clients appreciate their ability to enhance brand identity and increase engagement, though some suggest more detailed presentations of initial concepts could improve the experience.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves TexasServices 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.
Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Serves TexasServices provided
See all 4 projectsJulius Connected 2 Grow is a digital marketing agency known for executing creative briefs and providing technical implementation, including HubSpot web design, SendGrid automation, and SEO services. The company receives predominantly positive feedback, with clients applauding their cost-effectiveness, timely delivery, and responsive team, though a minor language barrier is noted. Approximately 80% of clients highlight their project management skills and responsiveness.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Raven Creative is a web design company. Established in 2015, the agency is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Their services include Web Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Rowlett, TX
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Headquartered in Rowlett, Texas, Red Creative Films is a small video production agency. The team focuses on Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Plot Publishers is a midsize social media marketing company established in 2016. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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The Nextwave Consulting, a branding company, was launched in 2022. The agency offers Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is midsize.
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Plano, TX
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Cheil USA, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 1992. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Plano, TX
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Headquartered in Plano, Texas, AOE Creative is an Advertising company. Founded in 2018, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Montgomery, TX
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Gravity Digital in Texas is a PPC agency. The Montgomery, Texas-based team focuses on Pay Per Click and Video Production.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Strauss Marketing is a public relations firm. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, their small team offers Public Relations and Social Media Marketing. The firm was launched in 2000.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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See all 11 projectsPhase 3 Marketing and Communications is a multifaceted marketing agency offering branding, PR, advertising, and digital marketing services. The company is praised for its strategic approach, flexibility, and commitment to client success, with a 100% positive feedback rate from reviewers. Common themes include their excellent project management, responsiveness, and creative solutions, making them a valued partner across diverse industries.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Houston, TX
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Marketing Strategy company Creative Logo Studio is headquartered in Houston, Texas. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Other Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Allen, TX
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AdJet Marketing Inc is a SEO services firm. Their small team of employees is based in Allen, Texas. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Prime Web Design is a SEO services firm headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were launched in 2017.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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Brisk Ventures LLC is a web development company founded in 2022. The firm provides Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Forney, TX
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Redwolf, a social media marketing firm, was launched in 2005. They specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Global Ecomm Expert, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2012. The agency offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Arlington, TX
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Premium SEO Experts is a social media marketing agency. Founded in 2019, the agency offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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On Demand Marketing Concepts is a SEO services firm headquartered in Houston, Texas. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were established in 2017.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Carrollton, TX
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See all 1 projectsThe SalesBridge provides appointment setting and lead generation services tailored to SaaS and e-commerce companies. Reviews highlight their ability to deliver high-quality leads within budget and on time, and commend their seamless communication and personalized strategies. Clients are impressed with their expertise and the value they bring to projects.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Established in 2017, Danny Veiga Marketing is a SEO company. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Houston, TX
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Local SEO Buzz is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2018, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in Houston, Texas.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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REI Lead Setters is an Email Marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. Their services include Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Digital Strategy company Elegant Marketing offers Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click. They are headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Georgetown, TX
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Social media marketing firm DM Tech Labs is based in Georgetown, Texas. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Launched in 2018, ADLG Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. The company specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Richardson, TX
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InfoMSP is a small Richardson, Texas-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Austin, TX
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Content Marketing company Express Writers is in Austin, Texas. They specialize in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Austin, TX
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PPC company Adlucent is based in Austin, Texas. They focus on Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9League City, TX
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Located in League City, Texas and Houston, Texas, Empire Creative is a Logo company. The team focuses on Logo and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Multitool Marketing is a social media marketing firm founded in 2021. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Social media marketing agency Be Right Marketing LLC - Digital Marketing Agency was launched in 2022. In San Antonio, Texas, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boerne, TX
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Launched in 2013, CinchLocal is a SEO services firm. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249McKinney, TX
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Advice Local is a Mobile & App Marketing and SEO company located in McKinney, Texas and Colombia. Launched in 2008, the team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Roanoke, TX
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Social media marketing company Musselwhite Marketing provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They are located in Roanoke, Texas.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9The Woodlands, TX
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CSY OCTOPUS is a social media marketing firm established in 2017. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Abilene, TX
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Content Marketing company Lead Website Design is located in Abilene, Texas. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Addison, TX
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SKY9SEO is a SEO company. They are located in Addison, Texas and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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$10,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Hutto, TX
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Digieus eSolutions is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2020. The team provides Digital Strategy and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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Schaefer Advertising Co. Is an Advertising company. They were established in 1995, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Farmers Branch, TX
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Located in Farmers Branch, Texas, AmeritechDigitalGrp - Digital Marketing Agency in Dallas is a Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Headquartered in Austin, Texas, AlphaPMPRO is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Galveston, TX
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Site Ascension is a small Galveston, Texas-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Go Higher, a Digital Strategy company, focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Social media marketing firm SEO Houston Pros was launched in 2015. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Houston, Texas.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Northlake, TX
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DigiWebHelp, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Northlake, Texas. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Addison, TX
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Located in Addison, Texas, Social Strategy1 is a PPC agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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RefreshWeb, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2002. The team offers Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Prosper, TX
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Dritschler Media, a small social media marketing company, is based in Prosper, Texas. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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List of the Best Texas Digital Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Houston, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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38.9/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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33/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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33.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Corpus Christi, TX
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Victoria, TX
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34.7/40.017.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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30.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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31.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Bee Cave, TX
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34.9/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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36.5/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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36.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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31.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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33.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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35.2/40.017/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Irving, TX
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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28.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews6.7/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$75,000+Undisclosed10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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34.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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32.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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29.2/40.015.6/20 Reviews7/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Austin, TX
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33.4/40.018/20 Reviews7.1/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Frisco, TX
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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31.1/40.016/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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31.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lewisville, TX
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38.5/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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34.8/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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36.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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31.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews6.1/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Digital Marketing25% Other
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Texas Digital Marketing Agency FAQs
Local digital marketing agencies understand the nuances of Texas markets—from Houston’s energy conferences to Dallas’s retail headquarters—and can tailor messaging that resonates. Their proximity enables onsite strategy sessions and quicker pivots, while shared time zones streamline communication. Plus, Texas-based agencies often blend big-city talent with lower overhead than coastal firms, delivering strong ROI.
According to Clutch pricing data, most Texas-based digital agencies charge around:
- $100 – $149 per hour for senior-level strategic work
- $3,000 – $10,000 per month for full-service retainers
Moreover, one-off projects such as a paid media audit can start around $5,000. Rates trend higher in Austin and Dallas tech hubs, while agencies in secondary cities may offer more flexible pricing.
Texas digital marketing agencies cut across sectors, but common specializations include:
- Energy and renewables
- SaaS and cloud computing
- Healthcare and biotech
- E-commerce and retail
- Manufacturing and logistics
The state’s bilingual population also fuels demand for English–Spanish digital campaigns. Make sure you check their portfolio and client reviews to see the quality of their work for projects similar to yours.
- Define goals—brand awareness, lead gen, or e-commerce sales.
- Review agency Clutch profiles for case studies in your industry.
- Ask about KPI dashboards and reporting cadence.
- Meet the core team (not just sales reps) to gauge cultural fit.
- Check references from Texas-based clients with similar challenges.
- Guaranteed rankings or overnight results—search algorithms don’t work that way
- Opaque pricing or long-term contracts without exit clauses
- Lack of first-party data access (analytics, ad accounts)
- One-size-fits-all strategies that ignore your industry or local market
- Poor communication—if they ghost you during sales, expect worse after signing