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 71 projectsInbox Army, LLC is an email marketing company renowned for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Automated Email Campaigns. They consistently receive positive feedback for their meticulous quality assurance, responsive project management, and creative, on-brand email solutions, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their professional and timely service. Clients particularly appreciate their ability to enhance email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 30 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+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2018, Conversmart is a small Email Marketing company. Their team offers Email Marketing and Other Digital Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington Heights, IL
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Founded in 2000, Nexsort Services Ink, LLC is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Reston, VA
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See all 1 projectsLogiChannel stands out as a dynamic data-driven marketing solutions company located in the USA. We specialize in delivering high-quality B2B Email Lists that are meticulously tailored to align with
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Anaheim, CA
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See all 17 projectsQuadra Digital Solutions is an Email Marketing agency praised for its tailored email engagement strategies and meticulous attention to detail. Clients report significant improvements in email performance, with positive feedback noted 100% of the time. Their expertise in customized campaigns and consistent project management makes them a preferred choice for businesses seeking enhanced communication methods.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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Stirista is an Advertising company. In San Antonio, Texas, the agency was established in 2009. Their team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Santa Clara, CA
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See all 1 projectsVisitorsList is a specialized B2B data provider that helps businesses connect with the right audience at the right time. Unlike generic contact databases, VisitorsList focuses on event-driven data,
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Leesburg, VA
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Email Marketing company Century Media360 was founded in 2017. The team offers Email Marketing and Affiliate Marketing and is based in Leesburg, Virginia and Kolkata, India.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Launched in 2015, Creatively Grown Digital Marketing is an Email Marketing company. The firm focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Launched in 2020, The Concept Agency is a social media marketing company. The firm offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Medford, NJ
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Sussman Creative is a small Medford, New Jersey-based web design company. The team focuses on Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 2011, SFB IDEAS is a Marketing Strategy company. The company provides Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Opelika, AL
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Baker Street Digital Media is a Conversion Optimization company. The team is headquartered in Opelika, Alabama, and their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsThe HOW Agency, a 5W Company provides social media strategy and content creation services, focusing on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Reviews highlight their effective social brand awareness and engagement strategies, resulting in significant increases in impressions and engagements. Clients appreciate their professional project management and responsiveness, though some suggest improvements in graphic design quality.
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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+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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PaceB2B, a Direct Marketing company, was established in 2019. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the team focuses on Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tulsa, OK
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See all 1 projectsScotch Marketing provides comprehensive digital marketing services, including website management, online marketing, and social media. Overall feedback highlights their exceptional work quality and effective communication. Clients appreciate the personal relationships and dedication to their projects, indicating strong satisfaction with Scotch Marketing's performance.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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DigitalParc is a SEO agency. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and the firm is in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Response Labs Inc. Is a CRM consulting and SI company. Launched in 2014, their team focuses on CRM consulting and SI and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 5 projectsCustomersAce offers data-driven Email Marketing services, including highly targeted email outreach and email automation. The overall feedback from clients highlights their effectiveness in increasing customer engagement and acquisition, as well as their proficiency in leveraging data analytics. While their project management is generally commendable, minor improvements in communication and transparency have been suggested.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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DirectB2BLeads, a Direct Marketing company, was launched in 2024. The small team focuses on Direct Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Burlingame, CA
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AdLift is a branding company. Their team is based in Burlingame, California and Gurugram, India and specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Glendale, NY
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The Seo Buzz, a Content Marketing company, is located in Glendale, New York. They focus on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Champlin, MN
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BizzyWeb, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 1999. The firm specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Ambler, PA
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Elysium Marketing Group, a branding company, is located in Ambler, Pennsylvania. They provide Branding and Email Marketing and were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, MA
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Garvey Communication Associates Inc. (GCAi) is an Email Marketing company. The company is in Springfield, Massachusetts. Their team provides Email Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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SkyLift Marketing, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2019. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Santa Ana, CA
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Founded in 2007, Agency 51 Advertising is an Advertising company. The firm provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Pearl River, NY
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Reach Marketing, LLC is an Email Marketing company. Their midsize team of employees is based in Pearl River, New York. Their team specializes in Email Marketing and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$25,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Carrollton, TX
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See all 1 projectsThe SalesBridge provides appointment setting and lead generation services tailored to SaaS and e-commerce companies. Reviews highlight their ability to deliver high-quality leads within budget and on time, and commend their seamless communication and personalized strategies. Clients are impressed with their expertise and the value they bring to projects.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Decatur, GA
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Digital Strategy company Above Zero was established in 2016. The midsize team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Beverly Hills, CA
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Lime Outreach is an Email Marketing company launched in 2024. Their services include Email Marketing and Account-Based Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Sheridan, WY
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ELP Data, an Email Marketing company, was established in 2009. The team offers Email Marketing and Social Media Marketing and is in Sheridan, Wyoming.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, VA
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Worldwide Agency is an Email Marketing company founded in 2012. The small team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Launched in 2016, Simpler Site is a web design agency. The small team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Harambee Digital is a New York, New York-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999St. Louis, MO
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Established in 1919, Ansira is an Other Application Development company. The company provides Other Application Development and Marketing Strategy, and is large.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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Logos Webs is a small social media marketing agency based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Highland Park, IL
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See all 1 projectsAfter spending 25 years leading digital transformations at billion-dollar B2B companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Crescent Electric and U.S. Electrical Services, Mike Mayer set out on his own
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Monkeytag is a small web design agency located in Dallas, Texas. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Olympia, WA
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See all 93 projectsSocial Bloom is an email marketing agency specializing in cold email campaigns, lead generation, and sales outsourcing. Approximately 70% of reviews highlight successful results in generating qualified leads, increased bookings, and improved sales pipelines. However, about 30% of reviewers expressed dissatisfaction with operational reliability, particularly issues related to AI reliance and quality control. Overall, Social Bloom demonstrates proficiency in email engagement strategies, though consistency in execution varies.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Norcross, GA
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Response Media is an Advertising company. The small Norcross, Georgia-based team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy. The agency was founded in 1980.
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MessageGears is a Direct Marketing company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Their team specializes in Direct Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Westlake Village, CA
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Based in Westlake Village, California, National Positions is a SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pasadena, CA
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Fox Dealer is an Advertising company. They were founded in 2013, and their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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Email Marketing company Consonant Custom Media is headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. The team offers Email Marketing and Video Production.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Montgomery, TX
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Gravity Digital in Texas is a PPC agency. The Montgomery, Texas-based team focuses on Pay Per Click and Video Production.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dover, DE
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Eprofiletech is a Demand Generation Marketing company. The team is in Dover, Delaware, and their services include Demand Generation Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Digital Meaning is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in Oakland, California, their small team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm was established in 2011.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2019, Simplia Inc. Is a midsize PPC company. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Clara, CA
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AScaleX is an Accounting company. Established in 2019, the firm focuses on Accounting 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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37.6/40.017.8/20 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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37.1/40.017.8/20 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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$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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$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 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 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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32.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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37.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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31.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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31.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 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+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.2/40.017.2/20 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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39.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Austin, TX
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34.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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39.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.3/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 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 / 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+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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39.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Concord, CA
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27.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews3/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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37.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 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
15% Email Marketing85% Other
United States Email Marketing FAQs
U.S.-based email marketing agencies operate in one of the world’s most sophisticated martech ecosystems, with proximity to platforms and partners like Braze (NYC), Klaviyo (Boston), Iterable (SF), and Mailchimp (Atlanta). That access often translates into certified teams, early feature adoption, and tight integrations with your broader stack (CDPs, CRMs, analytics).
A U.S. partner also brings strengths in compliance and data stewardship across CAN‑SPAM, TCPA, and state privacy laws (e.g., CCPA/CPRA). If your audience spans multiple regions or complex B2B buying cycles, local teams understand U.S. seasonality, inbox behaviors, and channel mix—helping you align email with SMS, paid, and sales outreach for measurable revenue impact.
According to Clutch’s verified pricing data, most U.S. email marketing agencies charge:
- Monthly retainers: $2,000 – $15,000+ for strategy, creative, automation, and reporting
- Hourly: $100 – $200+ depending on seniority and specialization
- Projects: $5,000 – $50,000+ for migrations, lifecycle program builds, or deliverability remediation
- Creative/production: $150 – $500 per email for copy/design (varies by volume and testing scope)
Costs depend on factors like list size, frequency, ESP/CRM complexity, segmentation depth, and experimentation (A/B, multivariate, holdouts). Take note, platform licenses (e.g., SFMC, Braze, HubSpot) and data tools are typically separate from agency fees.
Thanks to the country’s broad and diverse economic mix, many U.S.-based agencies support a wide range of sectors, such as:
- E-commerce and DTC – personalized product grids, abandoned cart flows, post‑purchase upsells
- B2B and SaaS – onboarding, PQL/MQL nurturing, webinar, and event workflows
- Healthcare and life sciences – HIPAA‑aware communications and patient education
- Financial services and fintech – compliant messaging, KYC/KYB triggers, security alerts
- Hospitality, travel, and entertainment – yield‑driven campaigns, loyalty, and geo‑based offers
- Nonprofits and education – fundraising cadences, volunteer, and alumni engagement
Look for case studies demonstrating lifecycle lifts (e.g., revenue per send, LTV, conversion), not just open rates.
Start by defining your project’s specific goals and key constraints. Then, go to Clutch to find trusted firms and evaluate them, prioritizing:
- Platform expertise — certifications in your ESP (Klaviyo, Braze, SFMC, HubSpot, Iterable)
- Deliverability — clear warm‑up plans, inbox placement diagnostics, DMARC/SPF/DKIM guidance
- Data and analytics — segmentation, experimentation design, MMM/MTA fluency, revenue attribution
- Creative and UX — mobile‑first design, accessibility, brand voice alignment, modular templates
- Compliance and security — PII handling, consent management, SOC 2/ISO familiarity
- Process and SLAs — sprint cadence, QA checklists, transparent reporting
Ask for a pilot or audit with clear success metrics before a long‑term retainer.
- Guaranteed inbox placement or “quick fixes” without list hygiene or domain warming
- Buying or scraping email lists; unclear consent practices
- Reporting only vanity metrics (opens) without click, conversion, and revenue attribution
- No plan for Apple MPP/Android privacy impacts or bot filtering
- Limited experience with your ESP or no migration playbook
- Weak QA and compliance processes; no references or anonymized case details
- Avoiding tests or refusing to set holdouts/control groups
Avoiding red flags is key to ensuring smooth collaboration. Don’t settle for a team that checks any of these traits, even if they promise exciting results or fees.