Top Email Marketing Companies in the United States
From New York’s media and finance brands to San Francisco’s SaaS leaders and Austin’s fast-growing startups, the United States is a powerhouse for email marketing talent. U.S. agencies pair strategy, creative, and deliverability expertise to drive lifecycle growth—from welcome and onboarding to re‑engagement and win‑back.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a dynamic email marketing agency specializing in services such as Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Newsletter Marketing. Their clients consistently praise their structured project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews highlighting timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. They excel in optimizing email engagement strategies, evidenced by significant increases in revenue and email-driven results for their clients.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 28 projectsOne 10 Media is a distinguished email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email automation, and email engagement strategies. Reviewers consistently commend their strategic alignment, proactive communication, and commitment to understanding client needs, resulting in significant revenue growth and efficient project management. An impressive 90% of feedback highlights their flexibility and personalized approach, with particular praise for delivering timely and effective solutions.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Wahoo, NE
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Founded in 2003, Hometown Works.com is an e-commerce development company. The team provides E-Commerce Development and Web Development and is headquartered in Wahoo, Nebraska.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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PushMyWeb.com is a graphic design company launched in 2010. Their team offers Graphic Design and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hammond, LA
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5 Stones Media is a branding agency. Their small team is in Hammond, Louisiana. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Beverly, MA
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Email Marketing company Purple Diamond is located in Beverly, Massachusetts. Their services include Email Marketing and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Torrance, CA
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Headquartered in Torrance, California, Tailor-Made Advertising is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpine, UT
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Stardocs Media is a Marketing Strategy company. They are based in Alpine, Utah and have small team of experts. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Burlington, VT
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IMarket Solutions is a Burlington, Vermont-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Email Marketing and were founded in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Plano, TX
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WooAgents: Real Estate Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are based in Plano, Texas and have small team. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, ME
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Portland Website Co. Is a Content Marketing company located in Portland, Maine. Founded in 2017, the team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Rosa, CA
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On The Mark Digital, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2005. In Santa Rosa, California, the team offers Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Santa Rosa, CA
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Email Marketing company Zenergy Works provides Email Marketing and Graphic Design. They are located in Santa Rosa, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tampa, FL
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BBI Marketing, a branding firm, was founded in 2009. They specializes in Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Urbana Creative Group is a branding agency. They were launched in 2000 and focus on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clearwater, FL
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Established in 1997, CEA Marketing is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Amesbury, MA
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Fronetics is an Email Marketing company. They were founded in 2011 and specialize in Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Deerfield Beach, FL
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Email Marketing company JLB Florida provides Email Marketing and Public Relations. They were established in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Altamonte Springs, FL
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Web Solutions of America, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Altamonte Springs, Florida. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Key West, FL
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Two Oceans Digital is a Conversion Optimization company. The Key West, Florida-based agency was launched in 1995. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, MO
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In Columbia, Missouri, Columbia Marketing Group is an Advertising company. Launched in 2017, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lincoln, NE
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Small social media marketing agency MWI Digital, is in Lincoln, Nebraska. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Concord, NH
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Headquartered in Concord, New Hampshire, Sprout for Business, LLC is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Laurel, MD
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Goodlyfe Digital Marketing Agency, an Email Marketing company, is located in Laurel, Maryland. They specialize in Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Easton, MD
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Ifrog Digital Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Easton, Maryland. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norfolk, NE
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Big Red Printing - Norfolk is an Email Marketing company. Their team is in Norfolk, Nebraska and provides Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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Content Marketing company Social Paragon was founded in 2016. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Stockbridge, GA
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Web design agency Pipeline Social Media is headquartered in Stockbridge, Georgia. The team offers Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Attleboro, MA
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Headquartered in Attleboro, Massachusetts, army8 is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Manchester, NH
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Advertising company New Hampshire Marketing Media was founded in 2017. The agency focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Valley City, UT
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Established in 2015, CPMI Solutions is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Email Marketing and is headquartered in West Valley City, Utah.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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Online Image is an Email Marketing company. The Salt Lake City, Utah-based firm specializes in Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Framingham, MA
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Located in Framingham, Massachusetts, HGX Creative is an Event Marketing company. Their services include Event Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Perry, GA
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DP Marketing Services is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2013, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Business Consulting. The agency is in Perry, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charleston, SC
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Matumedia LLC is an Email Marketing company. Their team is located in Charleston, South Carolina and provides Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Suwanee, GA
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Advantage Dealer Services is an Advertising company. They were founded in 1988, and their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kennesaw, GA
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Zero to Infinity is a small Email Marketing company founded in 2009. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Allentown, PA
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ISEA Media is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2008, the firm offers Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wayne, PA
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TME Communications is a branding company launched in 2003. The team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing and is based in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Schaumburg, IL
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E-commerce development company WebToMed is in Schaumburg, Illinois. Established in 2001, the team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Woodbury, MN
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My Savvy Marketing & Design is an Advertising company. Founded in 2001, the company is located in Woodbury, Minnesota. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Beverly, MA
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Onpoint Media and Marketing is a small graphic design agency in Beverly, Massachusetts. Their services include Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington Heights, IL
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Chicago Stream Media is a Corporate Photography company. They are based in Arlington Heights, Illinois and have small team. Their services include Corporate Photography and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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Established in 2012, Strike Marketing Group is a Content Marketing company. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Wizard Digital Marketing is an Email Marketing company established in 2019. Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Weston, FL
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Convergent Agency is an Advertising company. Located in Weston, Florida, their small team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy. The agency was founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Belton, MO
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Branding agency Marketing Dispensary KC was established in 2016. The company specializes in Branding and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Akron, PA
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Based in Akron, Pennsylvania, WebTek is a Content Marketing company. Launched in 1999, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 2 projectsCO/LAB CA offers services in Search Engine Optimization (SEO), branding, and web development. The reviews consistently highlight their exceptional initial presentations, consistent and efficient communication, and timely project delivery. CO/LAB CA's clients, including brand managers from plumbing and leather jacket companies, report significant improvements in online presence and lead generation, with no notable areas for improvement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Deerfield Beach, FL
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TEC Consulting, LLC is an Email Marketing company. The Deerfield Beach, Florida-based company was established in 2014. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Waltham, MA
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The Mishra Group is a Waltham, Massachusetts-based Email Marketing company. Launched in 1999, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Franklin, TN
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Impact Connect USA, a small Content Marketing company, is in Franklin, Tennessee. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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List of the Best U.S. Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.2/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Laguna Beach, CA
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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28.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews5.9/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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37.8/40.019/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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32.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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36/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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39.2/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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27.7/40.017/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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37.4/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Email Marketing85% Other
United States Email Marketing FAQs
U.S.-based email marketing agencies operate in one of the world’s most sophisticated martech ecosystems, with proximity to platforms and partners like Braze (NYC), Klaviyo (Boston), Iterable (SF), and Mailchimp (Atlanta). That access often translates into certified teams, early feature adoption, and tight integrations with your broader stack (CDPs, CRMs, analytics).
A U.S. partner also brings strengths in compliance and data stewardship across CAN‑SPAM, TCPA, and state privacy laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA). If your audience spans multiple regions or complex B2B buying cycles, local teams understand U.S. seasonality, inbox behaviors, and channel mix—helping you align email with SMS, paid, and sales outreach for measurable revenue impact.
According to Clutch’s verified pricing data, most U.S. email marketing agencies charge:
- Monthly retainers: $2,000 – $15,000+ for strategy, creative, automation, and reporting
- Hourly: $100 – $200+ depending on seniority and specialization
- Projects: $5,000 – $50,000+ for migrations, lifecycle program builds, or deliverability remediation
- Creative/production: $150 – $500 per email for copy/design (varies by volume and testing scope)
Costs depend on factors like list size, frequency, ESP/CRM complexity, segmentation depth, and experimentation (A/B, multivariate, holdouts). Take note, platform licenses (e.g., SFMC, Braze, HubSpot) and data tools are typically separate from agency fees.
Thanks to the country’s broad and diverse economic mix, many U.S.-based agencies support a wide range of sectors, such as:
- E-commerce and DTC – personalized product grids, abandoned cart flows, post‑purchase upsells
- B2B and SaaS – onboarding, PQL/MQL nurturing, webinar, and event workflows
- Healthcare and life sciences – HIPAA‑aware communications and patient education
- Financial services and fintech – compliant messaging, KYC/KYB triggers, security alerts
- Hospitality, travel, and entertainment – yield‑driven campaigns, loyalty, and geo‑based offers
- Nonprofits and education – fundraising cadences, volunteer, and alumni engagement
Look for case studies demonstrating lifecycle lifts (e.g., revenue per send, LTV, conversion), not just open rates.
Start by defining your project’s specific goals and key constraints. Then, go to Clutch to find trusted firms and evaluate them, prioritizing:
- Platform expertise — certifications in your ESP (Klaviyo, Braze, SFMC, HubSpot, Iterable)
- Deliverability — clear warm‑up plans, inbox placement diagnostics, DMARC/SPF/DKIM guidance
- Data and analytics — segmentation, experimentation design, MMM/MTA fluency, revenue attribution
- Creative and UX — mobile‑first design, accessibility, brand voice alignment, modular templates
- Compliance and security — PII handling, consent management, SOC 2/ISO familiarity
- Process and SLAs — sprint cadence, QA checklists, transparent reporting
Ask for a pilot or audit with clear success metrics before a long‑term retainer.
- Guaranteed inbox placement or “quick fixes” without list hygiene or domain warming
- Buying or scraping email lists; unclear consent practices
- Reporting only vanity metrics (opens) without click, conversion, and revenue attribution
- No plan for Apple MPP/Android privacy impacts or bot filtering
- Limited experience with your ESP or no migration playbook
- Weak QA and compliance processes; no references or anonymized case details
- Avoiding tests or refusing to set holdouts/control groups
Avoiding red flags is key to ensuring smooth collaboration. Don’t settle for a team that checks any of these traits, even if they promise exciting results or fees.