Top E-Commerce Marketers in the United States
From New York’s fashion-forward DTC brands to Austin’s SaaS-powered storefronts and Los Angeles’ creator-led launches, the United States is a global hub for eCommerce growth. The right eCommerce marketing partner helps you win on channels like Google Shopping, Meta, TikTok, Amazon Ads, and retail media networks — and turns browsers into buyers with lifecycle tactics across email, SMS, and CRO.
Clutch makes selection simple with transparent reviews, verified client references, and market insights you can trust. Use filters for budget, location, industry, and services to narrow your shortlist and move fast on your next campaign. Explore national leaders or drill down to top city markets to find a fit for your goals.
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See all 29 projectsOne 10 Media is an E-commerce Marketing agency specializing in lifecycle email flows and digital marketing strategies. Across their reviews, 100% of clients commend their exceptional project management and personalized approach, resulting in significant revenue growth and improved campaign metrics. They are highly recommended for their strategic thinking and adaptability in driving digital commerce success.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 32 projectsAdTribe is a digital marketing agency that specializes in Ecommerce Marketing, focusing on strategic ad buying for platforms like Facebook and Google. Reviewers consistently highlight their ability to achieve impressive results, such as a return on ad spend (ROAS) exceeding 4x, with approximately 100% of feedback noting their strong understanding of full-funnel strategies and efficient project management.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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Incrementum Digital is an Advertising and Ecommerce Marketing company located in New York, New York. Their services include Advertising and Ecommerce Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Current Commerce, an Ecommerce Marketing company, specialize in Ecommerce Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were launched in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Mayberry Consulting LLC is an Affiliate Marketing company. The small Los Angeles, California-based team focuses on Affiliate Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing. The agency was founded in 2017.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Edgartown, MA
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Third Door Media, a Marketing Strategy company, is located in Edgartown, Massachusetts. Launched in 2016, the team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kahului, HI
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Ecommerce Marketing company Hawaii Web Solutions specializes in Ecommerce Marketing and Content Marketing. They are located in Kahului, Hawaii.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Phase 3 Commerce is a small Ecommerce Marketing company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The team offers Ecommerce Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Ecommerce Marketing company Digital Starship is based in Orlando, Florida and Chicago, Illinois. The team specializes in Ecommerce Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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IBT Online, a SEO services firm, is headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and Bristol, England. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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Growve LLC is a St. Petersburg, Florida-based SEO services firm. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Montclair, NJ
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Established in 2018, Safebet Marketing is a small SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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AGENZIA FRE', an Advertising company, was founded in 2008. They specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Social media marketing company Highlands was established in 1962. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Waltham, MA
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Located in Waltham, Massachusetts and Santa Monica, California, ReSci (Retention Science) is a midsize Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New Castle, DE
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Corporate Photography company Fashion Photographer Los Angeles & Orange County Video Production was established in 1996. The agency offers Corporate Photography and Branding, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Growrilla Digital is an Ecommerce Marketing company established in 2021. The team offers Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Albuquerque, NM
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See all 1 projectsOne-Off Studios is a Full-Service eCommerce & Digital Marketing Agency. Our team includes the best eCommerce minds in the industry, which sets us apart from an average Agency or a team of
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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See all 1 projectsKava Digital Marketing specializes in SEO optimization, including backlink gap analysis, keyword research, and website quality audits. Reviews highlight their professionalism, effective communication skills, and the ability to deliver measurable outcomes such as increased website traffic. Clients express high satisfaction with their services, noting their thorough and proactive approach.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redondo Beach, CA
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Art of Next is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is in Taipei, Taiwan and Redondo Beach, California and offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company was launched in
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Fletcher, NC
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See all 31 projectsSeller Drive Global is a digital marketing agency specializing in e-commerce strategy, including Amazon listing optimization, A+ content creation, and online retail advertising. The firm receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviews highlighting their professionalism, timely delivery, and effective communication. Clients consistently commend their ability to enhance engagement and sales through strategic content development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Secaucus, NJ
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DSIT Solutions is a Vadodara, India-based website development company. Their services include Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lehi, UT
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MarketingSOLVD is an Email Marketing company. They are located in Lehi, Utah and have small team. They offer Email Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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See all 2 projectsFixxeL Marketing Agency is a marketing agency specializing in brand identity, website development, and SEO services. Feedback from clients is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their responsive service, attention to detail, and value for cost. Notable themes include their ability to understand niche markets and consistent customer service. Potential areas for improvement include enhancing confidence during presentations.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Grand Rapids, MI
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See all 11 projectsPinestel is a creative agency specializing in photography, videography, and design services for e-commerce and Amazon listings. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients praised their attention to detail, creativity, and high-quality deliverables. Feedback also highlighted their excellent communication and project management skills, with 80% of clients noting their responsiveness and 60% mentioning significant improvements in conversion rates and brand visibility.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerCedar Hills, UT
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Digital Techs, LLC is a small SEO agency launched in 2012. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Nimstrata is an Ecommerce Marketing company. The New York, New York-based team provides Ecommerce Marketing and AI Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Rockaway, NJ
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Launched in 2023, Marketing for Websites is an Ecommerce Marketing company. Headquartered in Rockaway, New Jersey, the team specializes in Ecommerce Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lewes, DE
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800 Digital, LLC., an Advertising company, was launched in 2015. In Lewes, Delaware, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49King of Prussia, PA
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Established in 2005, Excellis Interactive is an UX design company. Their team focuses on UX/UI Design and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Delaware, OH
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40° Degrees Media, Ltd. Is a small branding firm launched in 2016. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Raleigh, NC
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Seo Geniuss is a Delhi, India-based Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Pay Per Click and were established in 2024.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Edgemoor, DE
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E-commerce development company ShopiPlus is in Edgemoor, Delaware. They specialize in E-Commerce Development and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Denver, CO
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Digital Strategy company The Integer Group is headquartered in Denver, Colorado and Dallas, Texas. The team provides Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Newburgh, IN
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Evolv is a web design company. The midsize Newburgh, Indiana-based team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing. The firm was launched in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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UN/COMMON is a branding firm founded in 2015. The midsize team offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Miami, FL
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Established in 2020, GSM Growth Agency is a Conversion Optimization company. Their team focuses on Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Victoria, MN
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RGMM is a small Marketing Strategy and Ecommerce Marketing company founded in 2022. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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DSQUARED Digital is a small Ecommerce Marketing company based in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Ecommerce Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jonestown, TX
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Marketing Strategy and Ecommerce Marketing company Cryptic Solutions was established in 2021. The firm provides Marketing Strategy and Ecommerce Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Media, PA
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Trigon Ads is an Ecommerce Marketing company. The team offers Ecommerce Marketing, and the agency is located in Media, Pennsylvania.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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Fortem Media is a small St Leonards, Australia-based social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dover, DE
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Headquartered in Dover, Delaware, Rettle E-Commerce Hub LLC is a pay per click company. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Richmond Hill, GA
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Established in 2015, DAVS is a small Surat, India-based Ecommerce Marketing company. Their services include Ecommerce Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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Zorilla Marketing is a small Affiliate Marketing company. They specialize in Affiliate Marketing and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2024.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Clemente, CA
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CRO Digital Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. Founded in 2019, the company focuses on Conversion Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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Ventio is an e-commerce development firm based in Sheridan, Wyoming. Launched in 2019, the team provides E-Commerce Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Paid Ai Search is a pay per click agency. Based in Austin, Texas, the company offers Pay Per Click and Ecommerce Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clayton, NC
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Synergetic Digital Brands Team is an Ecommerce Marketing company. The team offers Ecommerce Marketing and Other Digital Marketing, and the agency is located in Clayton, North Carolina.
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See all 1 projectsECOMYIELD provides End-To-End Management services to E-commerce sellers to help them succeed through all marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, Shopify, Walmart, and more.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Understanding eCommerce is a social media marketing firm launched in 2003. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 United States E-Commerce Marketing Agencies
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Malden, MA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Clifton, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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35.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MO
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35.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Portsmouth, NH
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36.7/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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35.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.3/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Chester, PA
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37.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, ME
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37.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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35.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Grand Island, NY
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35.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mount Pleasant, SC
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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35.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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34.4/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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35.8/40.017/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bloomington, MN
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Ecommerce Marketing85% Other
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United States E-Commerce Marketing FAQs
U.S.-based e-commerce agencies operate at the center of retail media, marketplaces, and the creator economy. Many have hands-on experience with Amazon Ads, Walmart Connect, Instacart, Target Roundel, and fast-moving social platforms like TikTok and Meta — critical for omnichannel scale.
You’ll also benefit from time zone alignment, English- and Spanish-language capabilities, and familiarity with U.S. compliance and data privacy norms (e.g., CCPA/CPRA). If peak season (BFCM, back-to-school, Prime Day) matters to your brand, local teams bring timely playbooks and vendor relationships you can leverage.
Pricing varies thanks to various factors, including scope, complexity, and market (NYC and SF often trend higher). Typical ranges on Clutch:
- Monthly retainers: $3,000 – $20,000+ for multi-channel growth (strategy, media, creative, analytics)
- PPC/paid social management: 10%–20% of ad spend with $2,000 – $5,000 minimums
- E-commerce SEO: $2,000 – $10,000 per month, depending on catalog size and technical depth
- Email/SMS lifecycle (e.g., Klaviyo, Attentive): $1,500 – $8,000 per month
- CRO and landing page testing: $2,000 – $12,000 per month (tools extra)
- Creative production (UGC, ads): $2,000 – $8,000 per package
Project-based audits or launch sprints can be more affordable; ask agencies to outline deliverables and 90-day milestones.
Most teams support both DTC and marketplace sellers across:
- Fashion and apparel, beauty and cosmetics, jewelry
- Consumer electronics and accessories
- Home, furniture, and decor
- Food and beverage, CPG, and subscription boxes
- Health, wellness, fitness, and supplements (platform policies apply)
- Sporting goods and outdoor
- B2B e-commerce (industrial, wholesale portals)
Look for category experience with your AOV, margins, and replenishment patterns.
Outline your project’s requirements and goals. After that, prioritize fit across channels, creative, and measurement, evaluating the following variables:
- Channel depth — Google Shopping/P-Max, Meta/TikTok, Amazon Ads, retail media
- Lifecycle — CRM strategy, email/SMS flows, segmentation, and LTV modeling
- Analytics — GA4, server-side tagging, attribution approach, incrementality tests
- CRO — A/B testing roadmap, landing pages, onsite UX wins tied to revenue
- Creative — UGC pipelines, hooks, and iteration cadence based on data
- Forecasting — 90-day plan with budgets, KPIs, and risk assumptions
- Proof — Case studies with SKU-level or cohort metrics relevant to your category
- Access and transparency — You retain accounts, data, and clear fee structures
Ask how they manage iOS 14.5 impacts, consent, and measurement gaps — and request a sample weekly report.
- “Guaranteed ROAS” or revenue promises without assumptions
- No access to ad accounts or analytics; unclear ownership of data and creatives
- One-size-fits-all playbooks that ignore your margins, supply, or AOV
- Vanity metrics over contribution to revenue, LTV, or contribution margin
- Thin creative testing (no briefs, hooks, or iteration schedule)
- No CRO or onsite recommendations, despite paid scale goals
- Opaque fees, hidden markups on media or creators
- Outsourcing core work without disclosure or a named team
Make sure to keep a close eye out for these red flags to prevent headaches and mishaps in the future. The U.S. is home to many trusted agencies, so don’t worry about settling for less.