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 specialized agency providing comprehensive email marketing services, including email design, automation, and campaign management. Reviewers consistently praised their timely delivery, high-quality output, and robust project management, with a 100% satisfaction rate reported. Their adaptability and alignment with client needs, especially in scaling email outreach and engagement strategies, are also frequently highlighted.
$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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Lead Optimize is a small Marketing Strategy company located in Houston, Texas. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Plano, TX
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Funnel Science is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Email Marketing, and the firm is located in Plano, Texas.
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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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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Miramar, FL
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First Image Consulting is a small SEO agency headquartered in Miramar, Florida and Miramar, Florida. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lafayette, IN
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Treefrog Marketing | Kelly Rice Fractional CMO, a Marketing Strategy company, was launched in 2000. Headquartered in Lafayette, Indiana, the team provides Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Sondhelm Partners, a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. They offer Content Marketing and Email Marketing and were established in 2016.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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Upswept Creative is a web design agency. They offer Web Design and Social Media Marketing and are headquartered in Portland, Oregon.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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See all 6 projectsMoonpath Digital is a dynamic branding and web development company known for its intentionality and responsiveness. They are praised for their excellent project management, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their organized processes and timely delivery. Approximately 83% of clients appreciate the personal touch and expertise of the founder, Crystal, in capturing their brand's essence and goals. Moonpath Digital's services frequently exceed client expectations without noted areas for improvement.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Ramon, CA
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ObjectiveMinds, a small Digital Strategy company, is based in San Ramon, California. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsECommerce Partners is a full-service, ecommerce and interactive agency headquartered in New York City. Best known for unique process methodology, Internet expertise, creative talent, and
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ridgefield, NJ
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See all 2 projectsMARZ AGENCY offers brand development, logo design, and online advertising optimization services. Reviews highlight the agency’s effective communication, timely project completion, and impressive attention to detail. Clients report increased traffic, conversion rates, and customer retention, indicating successful project outcomes and satisfaction with the agency’s work.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lake Placid, NY
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Workshop is a small Lake Placid, New York-based branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Monroe, WA
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Key Marketing Group is a SEO agency. Based in Monroe, Washington, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Naperville, IL
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Smart PR Communications is a small Content Marketing company located in Naperville, Illinois. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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See all 2 projectsTegan Gainan is a versatile marketing agency specializing in Email Marketing and digital strategy optimization. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend their timeliness, insightful guidance, and comprehensive approach, including Email Campaigns and Email List Management. Tegan Gainan efficiently enhances marketing efforts, contributing to sales and audience growth while maintaining strong project management and communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Denver, CO
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See all 6 projectsRevenue Accelerator is an email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, outreach, and automation to drive lead generation and sales meetings. Their clients consistently highlight the agency's excellent communication, adaptability, and effective project management, with 100% of reviews noting positive outcomes such as increased qualified leads and improved market-message fit. Their transparency and data-driven approach set them apart as a reliable partner.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Atlanta, GA
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Branding firm Writer Cosmos | WriterCosmos provides Branding and Advertising. They were launched in 2014.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Princeton, NJ
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CAT Software Services, a social media marketing firm, is based in Princeton, New Jersey. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Wilmington, NC
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Huify is a Content Marketing company. They were founded in 2012 and focus on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Good2bSocial is a Content Marketing company established in 2011. The small team specializes in Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Modern Branding Co., a branding firm, was launched in 2022. The agency focuses on Branding and Email Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Thryve Digital Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. The team offers Conversion Optimization and Other Digital Marketing and is based in Delray Beach, Florida.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Omaha, NE
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Nerd Rush is a web design agency. The team is headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, and their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Circle Pines, MN
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Four13 Group is an e-commerce development company. Their midsize team is headquartered in Circle Pines, Minnesota. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Englewood, CO
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In Englewood, Colorado, CBD Web Designing is a SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Gainesville, VA
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Founded in 2002, RevBuilders Marketing is a small Email Marketing company located in Gainesville, Virginia and. Their team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Balefire is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is based in Wichita, Kansas.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Siarza Social Digital is a Digital Strategy company headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Launched in 2014, the team offers Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Launched in 2014, SWETI Health + Wellness Marketing, a small Email Marketing company, is based in Austin, Texas. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Frederick, MD
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Digital Bard | Zesty Video Marketing is a video production agency. The firm is located in Frederick, Maryland and. Their services include Video Production and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Manchester, NH
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HeartBrain Marketing is a social media marketing company. They were founded in 2017 and focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fountain Hills, AZ
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Clever Cow Media is an Advertising company. They are headquartered in Fountain Hills, Arizona and have small team. Their services include Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Cooper Smith Agency Public Relations, a PR agency, was established in 2002. The team focuses on Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glastonbury, CT
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Stifel Marcin is a branding agency. The Glastonbury, Connecticut-based agency was launched in 2001. Their team offers Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reno, NV
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In Reno, Nevada, Stan Can Design is an Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rapid City, SD
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Dot Marketing & Design, LLC is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Web Development and were established in 2017. The firm is headquartered in Rapid City, South Dakota.
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Launched in 2014, Arya Creative Co. Is a small branding firm. Their services include Branding and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Santa Rosa, CA
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Potluck Consulting is a small social media marketing firm based in Santa Rosa, California. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boulder, CO
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Swoboda Marketing is a branding firm headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. They focus on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tustin, CA
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Email Marketing company Cuselleration provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click. They were established in 2013.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Roanoke, TX
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Social media marketing company Musselwhite Marketing provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They are located in Roanoke, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9York, PA
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Content Marketing company Siebird, LLC. Was founded in 2010. Located in York, Pennsylvania, the team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Launched in 2019, ADBUZ Digital Marketing Agency is a social media marketing company. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Meridian, ID
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Talloo is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2015. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boise, ID
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Launched in 2021, Advisor Rankings is a Content Marketing company. Based in Boise, Idaho, the team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9East Rutherford, NJ
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Xplore Enterprise, an Email Marketing company, was founded in 2015. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Glastonbury, CT
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Partner in Publishing is a small Glastonbury, Connecticut-based Sales Outsourcing company. Their services include Sales Outsourcing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mineola, NY
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Established in 2019, WpLynks is a web design company. Their team focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Launched in 2010, OperationROI is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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See all 1 projectscMedia Productions is a creative agency specializing in brand identity and website design. The feedback indicates mixed experiences, with around 40% of reviewers expressing dissatisfaction due to issues like overcharging and using template logos. However, 60% highlight their professionalism and support in marketing and PR. The company is praised for its responsiveness and intuitive design approach.
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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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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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36.3/40.017.2/20 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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$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+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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38.8/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 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.