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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Missoula, MT
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First Call - Digital Agency is a web design agency. They specialize in Web Design and Marketing Strategy and were established in 1998.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brunswick, ME
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Marketecs is a Brunswick, Maine-based branding agency. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Designer 1 Media is a branding agency. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing, and the company is in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Cloud, MN
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Moxie Creative is an Advertising company. Their team is based in St. Cloud, Minnesota and offers Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Moscow Mills, MO
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Avery Marketing Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is based in Moscow Mills, Missouri.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Joyzen Media is an Email Marketing company in Irvine, California. Their services include Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsDMThrive Agency is a digital marketing company recognized for its expertise in lead generation and SEO services. The agency has consistently delivered results, evidenced by a 100% positive feedback rate, with clients like SKS Automation appreciating their proactive approach, timely delivery, and skilled team. However, there's room for improvement in offering more frequent performance reviews and enhanced analytics insights.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Red Bank, NJ
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Founded in 2016, Salty Red Dog Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The company offers Marketing Strategy and Web Design, and is small.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boise, ID
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Dogwood Solutions, a Marketing Strategy company, focus on Marketing Strategy and Public Relations. They were launched in 2020.
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Bethesda, MD
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See all 3 projectsCommonal is a branding and marketing agency focused on corporate rebranding, website redesign, and strategic marketing communications. Across various projects, Commonal’s work has been praised for its timeliness, creativity, and professionalism, with a 100% positive feedback rate highlighting their responsiveness and expertise. Clients consistently commend their ability to deliver impressive results that align with strategic goals and enhance brand presence.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerLas Vegas, NV
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See all 1 projectsDigital by Nature is an SEO and PPC agency specializing in enhancing online presence and rankings. They have successfully increased client traffic by 40% and ensured first-page rankings for brand and industry terms. The agency is praised for its effective project management and insightful guidance, with 100% positive feedback, highlighting their attention to detail and strategic approach.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsWe offer comprehensive digital marketing services designed to elevate your brand's online presence. Our mission is to transform your brand’s potential into success by using the latest
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Ellicott City, MD
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Onjin is a social media marketing firm. They are in Ellicott City, Maryland and have small team. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Algonquin, IL
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See all 1 projectsWON Marketing is a web development company known for its expertise in creating engaging and functional websites, particularly with a focus on user experience and lead generation. Reviews highlight their strong attention to detail and thorough technical knowledge, with 100% of feedback being positive. Clients appreciated their project management skills and the impressive quality of work delivered within tight deadlines.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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SearchNom Agency is a Content Marketing company launched in 2006. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Dekker, a PPC company, is headquartered in Tacoma, Washington. They focus on Pay Per Click and Email Marketing and were established in 2016.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Riverside, CA
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Newport Marketing is a SEO company in Riverside, California. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2017.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Lehi, UT
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Voltage Marketing Group LLC is a Digital Strategy company. The agency is located in Lehi, Utah. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sherman, TX
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Launched in 2021, Texoma Marketing Solutions is a small social media marketing agency. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Chadds Ford, PA
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Deacon Design Studios is a Digital Strategy company established in 2010. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is located in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lynnwood, WA
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Good On Digital , a branding company, was founded in 2022. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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B-1 Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. The company is based in Orlando, Florida. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Eustis, FL
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DeSouza Marketing - https://desouza.marketing, a Content Marketing company, is based in Cochrane, Canada and Eustis, Florida. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Founded in 2014, Ytechnology is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kalispell, MT
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The Sunset Ridge Group, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Kalispell, Montana. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Beacon, NY
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Breukelen Strategies, a Marketing Strategy company, was founded in 2021. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Event Marketing and is headquartered in Beacon, New York and Brooklyn, New York.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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WildHouse is a Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2023, their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Bay Shore, NY
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Established in 2023, KickAds Brand Marketing, a small branding agency, is headquartered in Bay Shore, New York. Their team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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See all 1 projectsBurgundy provides digital presence establishment, ecommerce website development, and brand visibility services. Clients consistently commend Burgundy for their efficient project management, timely delivery, and dedication to client needs. The overall feedback highlights Burgundy’s ability to transform vision into reality swiftly and effectively, underscoring their commitment to customer satisfaction.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Parkville, MD
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Social media marketing company SPEC TECH LLC is headquartered in Parkville, Maryland. Launched in 2023, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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Peddle is a CRM consulting and SI company. Launched in 2022, the team specializes in CRM consulting and SI and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, WA
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Established in 2023, Core Digital Consulting, a small Advertising company, is located in Vancouver, Washington. Their team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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R Media is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2019, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization. The agency is in Miami, Florida.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Game Plan Vault Marketing, a Direct Marketing company, was founded in 2024. The team provides Direct Marketing and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Roswell, GA
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AWE! Creative & Marketing is a branding firm. Located in Roswell, Georgia, their team provides Branding and Video Production.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Creative Connect is a social media marketing company. In Dhaka, Bangladesh and Astoria, New York, their small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Branding. The company was founded in 2024.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, SC
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SisSync Marketing is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2024, their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Digital Marketing Mavericks is a small SEO company. Founded in 2024, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Avon Intelligence is a custom software development firm. Their team is in Orlando, Florida. The firm focuses on Custom Software Development and Call Center Services.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Located in Houston, Texas, Pixel Pier is a web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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See all 9 projectsMarketDesign Consulting is a branding and marketing agency specializing in comprehensive brand development, digital strategy, and marketing solutions. With a focus on brand identity, strategic marketing plans, and content creation, they have garnered overwhelmingly positive reviews, with 100% of clients noting their expertise and professionalism. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlight their effective project management and personalized approach, while 60% commend their ability to exceed expectations in branding and lead generation efforts.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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See all 2 projectsTell Me Your Goal is an SEO agency specializing in enhancing organic search rankings and offering website optimization guidance. The reviews highlight their effective SEO services, with a 100% positive feedback rate. Clients commend the clarity and professionalism of their communication, with significant improvements in online performance reported, such as reaching the first page on Google for targeted search terms.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 22 projectsSumeru Inc is a versatile digital solutions company offering services in marketing, web development, and virtual reality experiences. With a strong emphasis on project management and client satisfaction, Sumeru Inc consistently exceeds expectations, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their professionalism and problem-solving capabilities. Clients frequently commend their effective communication, adaptability to challenges, and the ability to deliver high-quality results on time.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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Dreamtech is a small e-commerce development company. Launched in 2018, the team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Sky Tide Digital is a small Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2013.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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H1 Web Development is an e-commerce development company. They are based in Denver, Colorado. Their team offers E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Established in 2017, Not Another Agency is a small New York, New York-based Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Outburst Web, LLC is a Digital Strategy company. They were founded in 2005 and provide Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Conspire, a branding firm, focus on Branding and Graphic Design. They were launched in 2013.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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The 407 Group is an Advertising company. The agency is located in Orlando, Florida. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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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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$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+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
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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
20% Email Marketing80% 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.