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 72 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized company focusing on email marketing services, offering expertise in email campaigns, deliverability audits, and automated email solutions. Positive feedback is prevalent, with over 90% of clients highlighting their professionalism, timely delivery, and strategic insights. Many reviewers (approximately 70%) commend their ability to integrate seamlessly with internal teams, enhancing client email marketing strategies and engagement.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 31 projectsOne 10 Media is an email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, email list management, and email engagement strategies. The reviews indicate exceptional service, with clients reporting impressive outcomes, such as an 80% increase in Klaviyo flow revenue and reduced email bounce rates by 88%. Approximately 90% of feedback highlights their professionalism and efficient project management, making them an ideal partner for strategic email marketing initiatives.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is an email marketing agency that excels in delivering comprehensive email automation and email engagement strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their strategic and technical acumen, noting their ability to enhance customer outreach, optimize email flows, and achieve significant KPI growth. Their expertise in crafting automated email campaigns and insightful strategic advice has consistently exceeded client expectations and driven substantial business success.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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SKU Agency | Email & SMS Marketing Agency is an Austin, Texas-based Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing company. Established in 2017, the team offers Email Marketing and Mobile & App
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paoli, PA
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Trinity, a Conversion Optimization company, focus on Conversion Optimization and E-Commerce Development. They were established in 2006.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Stuart, FL
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See all 1 projectsBEP BE PARTNERS offers website development and podcast streaming services. The overall feedback highlights their professional and timely delivery, with particular commendation for their speed and efficiency. Clients appreciate the value for cost and effective project management provided by the BEP BE PARTNERS team.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Metairie, LA
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See all 1 projectsLeadsster is a company that offers LinkedIn lead generation services. However, the reviews indicate overwhelmingly negative feedback, with 100% of the reviewers expressing dissatisfaction. Common complaints highlight a failure to deliver promised services and poor communication, suggesting a need for improvement in all areas of their operations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Edison, NJ
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Zupees - Partnership Marketing Agency is an Email Marketing company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. Their team offers Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Middletown, DE
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Established in 2023, Strategnetic is a small Middletown, Delaware-based Email Marketing company. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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See all 5 projects100xelevate specializes in Shopify store design, UI/UX, and development services, offering custom solutions that enhance digital business operations. Reviews highlight their commitment to understanding client needs, timely project delivery, and exceptional project management. Clients commend their detail-oriented approach, professional communication, and ability to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and scalable solutions that align with business objectives.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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KapturBox is an Email Marketing and SMS Marketing company located in Los Angeles, California. The team specializes in Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsSpark Digital offers website development and SEO services. Overall, the reviews indicate that Spark Digital delivers projects on time, communicates effectively, and provides good value for the cost. The clients appreciate the company's adherence to promised outcomes and notable improvements in website traffic.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Established in 2015, bant.io is a small Email Marketing company. Their team offers Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Design At Work is a branding agency. The Houston, Texas-based company was established in 1990. Their team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Holmdel, NJ
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Small Conversion Optimization company DEFY Creative & Co., is located in Holmdel, New Jersey. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bellevue, WA
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TailoredMail is a Broadcast Video and Email Marketing company. The team is in Bellevue, Washington, and their services include Broadcast Video and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newark, NJ
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Remarkety is an e-commerce development company and Email Marketing company in Newark, New Jersey. They offer E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Indico Digital Marketing, an Email Marketing company, provides Email Marketing and Digital Strategy. The firm is headquartered in Tampa, Florida and San Diego, California.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2023, Flypost Agency is an Email Marketing company. The team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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See all 1 projectsBlueliner is a marketing and technology solutions company, offering expertise in CRM integration, social media strategy, and website enhancements. Reviews indicate a high level of responsiveness and effective project management. Clients appreciate the team's ability to quickly address challenges, with 100% of the feedback noting their proactivity and leadership in solution implementation. There is room for improvement in initial strategic planning.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsVgrow is one of the leading digital marketing and Virtual Assistant services provider. With a track record of 10+ years, Vgrow has emerged as a company that delivers time and cost-effective
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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LA Media Group is an Email Marketing company. Established in 2017, the team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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MessageHarbor is a small Atlanta, Georgia-based Email Marketing company. The team offers Email Marketing and SMS Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hauppauge, NY
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Founded in 2001, Andrews Wharton is a small Email Marketing company. Their team provides Email Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Littleton, CO
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See all 1 projectsSalesHive is an outbound sales and lead generation company. According to the feedback provided, the overall experience was unsatisfactory, with significant issues in project execution and communication. Key problems included incorrect implementation details and lack of responsiveness to feedback. The feedback was 100% negative, and no reviewers found anything impressive about the company.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Iterontechdata, a Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing company, is located in San Antonio, Texas. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Email Marketing and were launched in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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See all 1 projectsPalgrow offers digital marketing services, including setting up Google My Business profiles and listing services on online directories to enhance business visibility. The reviews highlight Palgrow's effective project management, timely delivery, and personalized attention. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and the value they provide, though they suggest the addition of video calls for a more personal interaction.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Richardson, TX
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InfoMSP is a small Richardson, Texas-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Demand Generation Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Cast Iron LA is an Advertising company. They were launched in 2019, and their services include Advertising and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belmont, NC
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Conversion Store is an Email Marketing company. They are in Belmont, North Carolina and have small team of experts. Their services include Email Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Anacortes, WA
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Launched in 2016, Clyde Golden - Donor Journey Marketing, a small Email Marketing company, is in Anacortes, Washington. Their team provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Established in 2013, Momentum Automotive Services is a small Direct Marketing and Email Marketing company. Their team offers Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Downey, CA
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See all 1 projectsZino Web & Graphics specializes in website design, LMS systems, and app development. Their reviews highlight exceptional attention to detail, innovative design, and user-friendly navigation. Clients praise their responsiveness, project management, and commitment to client satisfaction, emphasizing timely delivery and effective communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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See all 2 projectsThe Social Group is a marketing agency specializing in social media marketing, SEO, and lead generation services. Reviews present a mixed picture: one client highlighted their effective lead generation and communication, resulting in over 320 leads, while another client expressed dissatisfaction with ad targeting and keyword selection. Approximately 50% of the reviews are positive, emphasizing their communication skills and cost efficiency.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington, MA
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Giftsenda is an Email Marketing company. They are located in Arlington, Massachusetts and have small team of experts. Their services include Email Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ballwin, MO
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The Database Diva is an Email Marketing company based in Ballwin, Missouri. Founded in 2005, the team offers Email Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pryor, OK
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Headquartered in Pryor, Oklahoma and Pryor, Oklahoma, Driven Digital is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Key Biscayne, FL
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Campaign Cleaner is a small Email Marketing company founded in 2023. Their services include Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Vibable is an Email Marketing company. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, the team provides Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Redwood City, CA
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XiQ, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Launched in 2017, the team specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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OutboundEngine is an Email Marketing company. The team provides Email Marketing and Call Center Services, and the company is located in Austin, Texas and Phoenix, Arizona.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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Marketing Addiction Inc. Is an Email Marketing company. The Houston, Texas-based team offers Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Covington, KY
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Founded in 1997, Icon Marketing Communications is a midsize Covington, Kentucky-based branding firm. Their team offers Branding and Market Research.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sharon, MA
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Bryan Caplan Marketing is an Email Marketing company. The Sharon, Massachusetts-based team specializes in Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Santa Clara, CA
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DataCaptive, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2016. The midsize team offers Email Marketing and Direct Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Alkatek is an Email Marketing company. The Irvine, California-based agency specializes in Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Novi, MI
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Aspen94 is a CRM consulting and SI and Email Marketing company based in Novi, Michigan. The team offers CRM consulting and SI and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Ogden, UT
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Indigo Media Solutions is an Ogden, Utah-based Email Marketing and SEO services firm. Established in 2024, the team offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Prescott, AZ
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Mōtus Agency is a video production agency. They provide Video Production and Corporate Photography and are in Prescott, Arizona and Scottsdale, Arizona.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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REI Lead Setters is an Email Marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. Their services include Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Established in 2001, Vidi Emi is an Email Marketing company. The small team provides Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Omaha, NE
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CAS Inc., a small Email Marketing company, is in Omaha, Nebraska. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Salem, MA
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Net Atlantic, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 1995. The company focuses on Email Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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List of the Best U.S. Email Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Staten Island, NY
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36.5/40.017.2/20 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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36.1/40.016.2/20 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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34.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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37.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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33/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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31.9/40.017/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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31.7/40.018/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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31.6/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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39.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30/40.017/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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29/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Laguna Beach, CA
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Denver, CO
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28.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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38.7/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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36.3/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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28.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews5.9/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Austin, TX
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33.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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33.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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37.8/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Concord, CA
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27.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews3/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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36.8/40.018/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 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
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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36.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Email Marketing90% 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.