Top Facebook Advertising Agencies in Chicago
Chicago’s storied advertising scene—home to icons like Leo Burnett and household brands from McDonald’s to Boeing—makes the Windy City a prime spot to launch high-performing Facebook campaigns. Clutch’s data-driven directory connects you with Chicago-based specialists who understand both Facebook’s ever-evolving ad platform and the city’s diverse consumer base, from Loop commuters to tech-savvy residents in Fulton Market.
Every provider listed here is vetted through Clutch’s rigorous review process, which includes verified client interviews and quantitative performance metrics. Use the filters for budget, industry, or team size to narrow the list, or jump to our global roundup of Top Facebook Advertising Agencies when you’re ready to compare options beyond Chicago, such as Facebook advertising firms in Indianapolis and Facebook advertising companies in Milwaukee.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves Chicago, ILServices provided
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See all 25 projectsSilverback Strategies is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media strategy, social media management, and digital branding. Clients praise their ability to effectively manage social media campaigns, with an 80% increase in leads reported by one client. Reviews highlight their strong project management skills, communication, and performance-driven approach. Clients appreciate their strategic expertise and adaptability, making them a reliable partner for enhancing online branding and generating leads.
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$25,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Deerfield, IL
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See all 5 projectsTrue Impact Partners is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media campaigns and strategy. Their work with JCFS Chicago was highly effective, achieving over 2.4 million impressions and a 1.64% click-through rate, with 99% new website visitors. Reviewers commend their creative content development and strategic refinement, with no notable areas for improvement mentioned.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lombard, IL
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Neur, LLC - Lombard is a Lombard, Illinois-based web design company. The team provides Web Design and Content Marketing.
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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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Advertising company Birk Creative is in Chicago, Illinois. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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The Fund Lab is a Marketing Strategy company based in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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CareMarketer is a social media marketing agency and PPC agency. The team is based in Chicago, Illinois, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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In Chicago, Illinois, SEO Notch is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and were launched in 2022.
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Den Aviary, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2011. The small team offers Email Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49La Grange, IL
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Advertising company Automotive Internet Media provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing. They were founded in 2009.
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Black Box Creative, Inc. Is a small social media marketing company founded in 2009. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Located in Evanston, Illinois, neXt Brand Partners is a small social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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ThinkBox312 is a social media marketing company. They are based in Chicago, Illinois, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Schaumburg, IL
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See all 7 projectsTrue Interactive is a digital marketing agency specializing in pay-per-click (PPC) management and search engine marketing (SEM) across platforms like Google, Bing, and social media. The company is praised for its personalized attention, technical proficiency, and consistent team, achieving satisfactory results in optimizing ad campaigns and generating revenue. Nearly all reviews (100%) highlight their commitment and ability to meet or exceed goals, though some clients suggest a need for more proactive communication.
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JET Advertising, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Bloomingdale, Illinois. They provide Advertising and Graphic Design.
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SemKraft is a social media marketing company. They are located in Chicago, Illinois and have small team. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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M2 Digital Media Group is a web design company. Launched in 2005, the company focuses on Web Design and Video Production.
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Wizspeed is a social media marketing company. The Skokie, Illinois-based company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Activate Hype is a small Advertising company established in 2018. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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MyWHY Agency, Inc. Is a branding firm. The Chicago, Illinois-based team provides Branding and Public Relations.
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Launched in 2009, Vitruvian Advertising is a social media marketing agency and PPC company. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Small social media marketing firm Rescue Marketing, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Highland Park, IL
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See all 1 projectsAfter spending 25 years leading digital transformations at billion-dollar B2B companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Crescent Electric and U.S. Electrical Services, Mike Mayer set out on his own
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Bacon Sports is a social media marketing company. They are based in Chicago, Illinois, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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Social media marketing agency 360 Website Solutions is headquartered in South Holland, Illinois. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Revenue Ascend is a social media marketing company. The company is located in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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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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RAI Media Inc. Is an Advertising company. The Chicago, Illinois-based team offers Advertising and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Arlington Heights, IL
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See all 1 projectsEarn SEO is a leading search engine optimization company based in India, with a global presence and clients across the United States and beyond. We provide a comprehensive range of digital marketing
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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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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Small social media marketing firm HoneyBadger Solutions, is located in Toronto, Canada and Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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See all 3 projectsFadnix Solutions is a web maintenance company renowned for enhancing user experience and audience reach. All reviews highlight their high level of professionalism, timely delivery, and responsiveness, with 100% of feedback being positive. Clients appreciate their organization and effective communication, and no areas for improvement were reported.
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EXPERIBRAND, a branding firm, is located in Chicago, Illinois. They provide Branding and Advertising and were launched in 2019.
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Founded in 2015, ZO Media Group is a small Chicago, Illinois-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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Integrity Sports Agency is a small Corporate Training & Coaching company based in Orland Park, Illinois. The team offers Corporate Training & Coaching and Financial Advising & Planning.
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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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Liberated Works Media, LLC is a public relations company. Established in 2024, the company is based in Chicago, Illinois. Their team provides Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Naperville, IL
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CueCamp, LLC is a web design agency. The team is based in Naperville, Illinois, and their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Batavia, IL
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See all 1 projectsPUREi is a versatile creative agency specializing in web development, catalog design, and multimedia production. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with about 100% of reviewers praising their project management and communication skills. Clients commend PUREi for their innovation, quality design, and the ability to develop corporate strategies that align with business goals.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Aurora, IL
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See all 2 projectsDigital Marketing Gorillas is a digital marketing agency specializing in website development, inbound marketing, and social media management. Their reviews highlight a 100% satisfaction rate, with clients praising their initiative, strategic insights, and personalized service. They have been commended for significantly increasing client conversions and demonstrating exceptional project management skills.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerNaperville, IL
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See all 1 projectsThe Serene Corner LLC is a Digital Marketing company specializing in Social Media Strategy and Online Branding. Reviews highlight the company's exceptional expertise in social media and consumer behavior, leading to successful campaigns and a 500K organic social media reach. Nearly all feedback emphasizes the founder's strategic acumen, contributing to high client satisfaction and consistent five-figure monthly sales growth.
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Surge_Synergy, a social media marketing firm, was founded in 2008. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Founded in 1983, DCMSoft LLC, a small web design agency, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Aurora, IL
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See all 2 projectsThe Digital Restaurant is a web development company specializing in creating websites with online ordering capabilities for restaurants. According to client feedback, 100% of reviewers highlighted their professionalism and responsiveness, with successful on-time project completion noted. Clients particularly appreciated their expertise and competitive pricing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Naperville, IL
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Small Advertising company MACLYN, is in Naperville, Illinois and Des Moines, Iowa. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Schaumburg, IL
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Established in 2021, Results Factory is a PPC company. The team offers Pay Per Click and Web Design and is located in Schaumburg, Illinois.
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Headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana and Chicago, Illinois, Momentum Marketing Consultants LLC is a small SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Naperville, IL
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Paul Gregory Media is a branding firm. Founded in 2006, the firm is headquartered in Naperville, Illinois. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Schaumburg, IL
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Snapcreativ is a branding firm. Their team is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois. The agency offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dover, DE
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Clive, IA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Skokie, IL
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