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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Rochester, NY
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Email Marketing company Corporate Communications was launched in 1992. The team provides Email Marketing and Web Design.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Kansas City, MO
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See all 3 projectsAGENCY H (Formerly BIGSHOT Inbound) is a comprehensive marketing agency known for creating tailored marketing strategies, including SEO, website development, and lead generation. Reviews indicate a strong emphasis on conversion optimization and client collaboration, with 100% positive feedback and notable increases in client revenue and traffic. The agency's data-driven approach and responsiveness are consistently highlighted by clients as exemplary.
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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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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsJbizMedia LLC provides web development, design services, technical SEO audits, and AdWords setup. Clients commend their excellent communication, rapid response times, and strong SEO expertise, contributing to significant improvements in keyword rankings and sales. The company is noted for offering good value for cost and personalized project management.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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LAIRE, a Marketing Strategy company, focus on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy. They were launched in 2006.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lakewood Ranch, FL
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Metal Agency is a small user experience design company in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Grōu Digital Agency, an Email Marketing company, is based in Miami, Florida. Established in 2017, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Waterbury, CT
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Established in 2012, Market My Industry is an Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Eau Claire, WI
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SEO agency iRankPro is in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing and were founded in 2019.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Addison, TX
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Located in Addison, Texas, Social Strategy1 is a PPC agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Woburn, MA
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Ant2Arc is a branding company. Established in 2004, the company is based in Woburn, Massachusetts. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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See all 5 projectsSMART MARKETING FIRM LLC provides an array of services including SEO marketing, web and app development, graphic design, and social media management. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, tailored strategies, and effective communication, resulting in significant improvements in online presence and customer engagement for clients. Their personalized approach, creativity, and responsiveness are consistently praised, making them a valued partner for digital marketing initiatives.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Miami Beach, FL
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In Miami Beach, Florida, Elite UI is a small Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Littleton, CO
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DigitalBenz is a Kolkata, India-based social media marketing agency. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49St. Louis, MO
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Blazeworthy is a web design company based in St. Louis, Missouri. The team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Razee is a Digital Strategy company. The team is located in Phoenix, Arizona, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Tether Media Services is a social media marketing firm founded in 2025. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Manassas, VA
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Talenttalk LLC is a social media marketing firm. The Manassas, Virginia-based firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Cheyenne, WY
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Get Top Listed is a social media marketing firm established in 2021. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerMiami, FL
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ELLIPTIC MARKETING LLC is a small Miami, Florida-based social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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SEO services firm ONLINE VISIBILITY PROS was launched in 2013. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Union City, CA
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Social media marketing company AI Source Hub was launched in 2022. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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Launched in 2016, Second Mile is a Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Safety Harbor, FL
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Sales Lead Automation is a Safety Harbor, Florida-based Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manorville, NY
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Fire Media is a Manorville, New York-based Digital Strategy company. Established in 2018, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Lewis Marketing is a web design agency. They are headquartered in Orlando, Florida and have small team. They focus on Web Design and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Established in 2016, Hive Analytics is a midsize branding firm. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Yokel Local Internet Marketing is a social media marketing company. They are located in Las Vegas, Nevada and have small team. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Jumptoweb is a small Miami, Florida-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9East Point, GA
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Vette Marketing, a branding firm, is located in East Point, Georgia. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brentwood, TN
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Full Cycle Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Brentwood, Tennessee. They provide Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and were established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Founded in 2008, Rose Marketing Solutions is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Newark, DE
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Founded in 2016, Bridgeight LLC is a small Newark, Delaware-based Conversion Optimization company. Their team focuses on Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Brunswick Township, NJ
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Graphic Innovations, a graphic design company, was established in 1986. The agency specializes in Graphic Design and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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Juncture is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2008, the firm is located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Syracuse, NY
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Assante Design is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Graphic Design and is headquartered in Syracuse, New York.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Holyoke, MA
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Holyoke Marketing Company, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2017. They provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Des Moines, IA
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Creative DSM is a PPC company. They are located in Des Moines, Iowa and have small team. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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Farfetched Studios LLC is an Email Marketing company founded in 2010. In St. Louis, Missouri, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Mercury Creative Group is a branding firm. Their small team is in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their services include Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, NE
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Branding firm Rival Design was established in 2017. Headquartered in Columbus, Nebraska, the team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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SMaac Digital Marketing, LLC, a branding firm, was launched in 2017. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, the team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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KAAR is an Advertising company founded in 2000. The small team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakewood, NJ
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EarningCoach Marketing is an Email Marketing company established in 2005. The agency provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Cast Influence Marketing and PR is an Email Marketing company in Denver, Colorado. The team offers Email Marketing and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Branding firm Element 47, LLC was established in 2019. The small team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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The Rachel Greenhouse Strategic Marketing Agency, an Advertising company, was founded in 2004. They provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Dialogue Marketing Agency is a Content Marketing company in Atlanta, Georgia. The team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tempe, AZ
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EIC Agency (Tempe, Arizona) is a branding company. They offer Branding and Email Marketing and were founded in 2017. The company is located in Tempe, Arizona.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Canton, GA
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Email Marketing company GOT To Media was founded in 2017. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fullerton, CA
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Fratzke Media is a small Fullerton, California-based call center. Their services include Call Center 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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$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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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29.1/40.017.8/20 Reviews5.9/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 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 / 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.