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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 29 projectsOne 10 Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in ecommerce marketing, specifically through email and social media channels. Reviews highlight their expertise in creating high-performing email flows, with clients reporting up to a 138% revenue increase and an 88% reduction in bounce rates. The company is praised for strategic execution and excellent communication, with 100% of reviewers noting their professionalism and adaptability to client needs.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 32 projectsAdTribe is an E-commerce Marketing agency specializing in strategic ad buying for platforms like Facebook and Google, achieving a consistent ROAS exceeding 4x. Reviewers highlight their strong understanding of the full sales funnel and their effective scaling strategies for DTC and B2B brands, with 100% positive feedback on their timely project management and responsive communication.
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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+$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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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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+< $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 - $49 / hr50 - 249Fletcher, NC
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See all 31 projectsSeller Drive Global is a proficient e-commerce marketing company with a focus on enhancing Amazon listings and creating A+ Content, brand stories, and e-commerce strategies. Across their reviews, 100% of clients commend their professionalism, timely delivery, and detailed attention to client needs, highlighting their ability to boost conversion rates and strengthen brand image through strategic digital commerce marketing.
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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 12 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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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 35 projectsViha Digital Commerce is a web development company specializing in eCommerce solutions, with services including Shopify redesigns, Magento upgrades, and custom integrations. Feedback from reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% noting timely delivery and professionalism. Clients frequently commend their cost-effective solutions, comprehensive service offerings, and exceptional communication, with 87% highlighting these attributes specifically.
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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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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Temple City, CA
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In Temple City, California, Best of Bold, Inc. Is a public relations firm. They specialize in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rogers, AR
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Heypex Global, a branding company, is headquartered in Rogers, Arkansas. Their services include Branding and Contract Manufacturing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Port Angeles, WA
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Retencity is a small Port Angeles, Washington-based Marketing Strategy company. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Established in 2019, Vandor Agency is a Business Consulting company. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware and Sarasota, Florida, the team offers Business Consulting and Search Engine Optimization.
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In Los Angeles, California, Reaction Concepts LLC is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Social media marketing firm Jarvis Technologies was established in 2023. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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UxSquare is a branding agency. The small New Delhi, India-based team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm was established in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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Proforma Idea Press is a branding agency. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and are in Alpharetta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Supreme Ecom is a branding firm. The Dallas, Texas-based company was established in 2018. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Goshen, IN
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Digital Hill Multimedia, Inc., a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 1997. They focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bentonville, AR
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Light Stream Marketing is a small Advertising company in Bentonville, Arkansas. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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The Marshad Technology Group is an Advertising company. The New York, New York-based company was founded in 1983. Their team offers Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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List of the Top 15 United States E-Commerce Marketing Agencies
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Clifton, NJ
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34.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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37.6/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, ME
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$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 - 249Grapevine, TX
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MO
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35.4/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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 - 49Plano, TX
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36.8/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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35.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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37.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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36.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mount Pleasant, SC
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Grand Island, NY
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35.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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34.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 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
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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.