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 29 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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNaperville, IL
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Missing link Chicago, a small Advertising company, is located in Naperville, Illinois. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNorthfield, VT
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Branding agency Pam Knights Communications is in Northfield, Vermont. Their services include Branding and Email 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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLexington, SC
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In Lexington, South Carolina, Mass Digital Marketing is a small Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPhiladelphia, PA
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Digital Marketing Gal is an Email Marketing company headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPittsburgh, PA
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Founded in 2006, Chris Jezowicz, LLC / Digital Marketing & Development is a Digital Strategy company. The agency offers Digital Strategy and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerProvidence, RI
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Located in Providence, Rhode Island, Grow Local Marketing is an Email Marketing company. They specialize in Email Marketing and Pay Per Click and were established in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSacramento, CA
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Sacchef Marketing Services, an Advertising company, is located in Sacramento, California. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSacramento, CA
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26 Brix is an Email Marketing company launched in 2012. The team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Sacramento, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSan Jose, CA
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Located in San Jose, California, WSI Smart Web Marketing is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTucson, AZ
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Sean Alan is a Tucson, Arizona-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerVirginia Beach, VA
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Launched in 2002, Hampton Roads Online.com is an Email Marketing company. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and is headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMarlborough, MA
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IVirtualSolutions is a small Email Marketing company headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Their services include Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRiverside, CA
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Nexus Design Studio is an e-commerce development firm. Their small team is located in Riverside, California. Their team provides E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLawrenceville, GA
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FoundationsFour is an Email Marketing company. The team is located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and their services include Email Marketing and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wilmington, DE
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Infinity Intellectuals, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Launched in 2008, the team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBloomington, IL
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Always Connected Marketing is a small Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2009, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAthens, GA
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SoundBoard Marketing Conference is an Advertising company established in 2016. The firm offers Advertising and Conversion Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRoswell, GA
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Jason Wiggins Creative, LLC is an Email Marketing company. Their small team is located in Roswell, Georgia. Their services include Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAugusta, GA
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Southfire, Inc is a branding company. The firm is located in Augusta, Georgia. Their team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBirch Run, MI
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The Content Effect, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2016. The firm specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFrederick, MD
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Curley Marketing, a small Email Marketing company, is in Frederick, Maryland. Their services include Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJefferson City, MO
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In Jefferson City, Missouri, Dogwood Social is an Email Marketing company. Founded in 2015, the team offers Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMinneapolis, MN
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Allie's Custom Designs is an Email Marketing company. The small Minneapolis, Minnesota-based team specializes in Email Marketing and Advertising. The agency was founded in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAtlanta, GA
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The MLE Agency is a Content Marketing company. The Atlanta, Georgia-based company provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOconomowoc, WI
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Matt Gerber Designs, LLC is a graphic design agency. The small Oconomowoc, Wisconsin-based team provides Graphic Design and Web Design. The agency was founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBelmont, MA
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Jeffrey korn is a branding agency. Based in Belmont, Massachusetts, the agency was founded in 2001. Their team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDennis, MA
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Community Web Development is an Email Marketing company. They are headquartered in Dennis, Massachusetts and have small team. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerVentura, CA
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Launched in 2003, Global Web FX Inc. Is a small Ventura, California-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSt. Petersburg, FL
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Launched in 1998, Rocket Marketing Inc. Is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOdessa, FL
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Digital Images Design, Inc. Is a small web design company founded in 1997. Their team focuses on Web Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGreen Bay, WI
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Web design company Pixel Garden Studio focuses on Web Design and Web Development. They are located in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAtlanta, GA
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Small Content Marketing company Augmental, is based in Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLas Vegas, NV
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In Las Vegas, Nevada, Impactful Digital Marketing is a social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLas Vegas, NV
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Founded in 2020, Yo Crib Creative is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerScottsdale, AZ
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Established in 2019, Two Strikes Media is a small social media marketing company headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerTempe, AZ
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First Class Web , a social media marketing firm, is based in Tempe, Arizona. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerWest Milford, NJ
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Established in 2016, Lantern Room Marketing is a Market Research company. The firm provides Market Research and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lufkin, TX
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IQuor, a SEO agency, is in Lufkin, Texas. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDowney, CA
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Founded in 2023, Peter Lopez Copywriting is a Content Writing Services company. Their team offers Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerScottsdale, AZ
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Breitly Worded is a Content Writing Services company. Launched in 2022, the company is in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their team specializes in Content Writing Services and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAspen, CO
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Small Content Writing Services company Scott Martin, is located in Aspen, Colorado. Their services include Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerWindsor, CO
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CEO Copywriting, LLC is a Content Writing Services company. Based in Windsor, Colorado, the team focuses on Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBroomfield, CO
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Ember Communication LLC, a Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Broomfield, Colorado. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing and were founded in 2022.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLoveland, CO
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Launched in 2014, Color Field Content is a small Content Writing Services company in Loveland, Colorado. Their team offers Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFountain, CO
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Bright Spot Copywriting is a Content Writing Services company launched in 2022. Located in Fountain, Colorado, the team specializes in Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOtisfield, ME
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Established in 2019, Ted Tibbetts is a Content Writing Services company. The firm focuses on Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOld Orchard Beach, ME
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Castle Media Co. Is a Content Writing Services company launched in 2015. The small team specializes in Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBozeman, MT
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Purple Bison Media is a small Bozeman, Montana-based public relations firm. The team provides Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSaint Paul, MN
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Staci Shepherd Consulting, LLC is a Saint Paul, Minnesota-based Content Writing Services company. They offer Content Writing Services and Content Marketing and were launched in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStewartville, MN
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Founded in 2019, Kari Brown Copywriting, LLC is a small Stewartville, Minnesota-based Content Writing Services company. Their services include Content Writing Services and Content 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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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$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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$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+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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27.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Email Marketing30% 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.