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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stillwater, OK
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JRP Media Management LLC., a branding agency, was founded in 2021. The company specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Greenwich, CT
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Based in Greenwich, Connecticut, Lower Cross is a social media marketing agency. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were founded in 2021.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Narratent Digital Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The Chicago, Illinois-based firm was founded in 2019. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Ultra Power Site is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2016, the firm offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Lake Saint Louis, MO
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Content Marketing company MajorMajor Digital Marketing was established in 2023. The small team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vista, CA
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Marketing Apes, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2006. They focuses on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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Duwal.com LLC is a small software development firm. They focus on Custom Software Development and Web Development and were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lubbock, TX
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Your Web Pro is an IT managed services company. The team is located in Lubbock, Texas, and their services include IT managed services and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cedar Rapids, IA
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Established in 1998, Informatics, Inc. Is a Content Marketing company. In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the team provides Content Marketing and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lancaster, TX
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Small Email Marketing company E67 Agency, is located in Lancaster, Texas and Dallas, Texas. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rochester, NY
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2tno Design is an Email Marketing company established in 1997. The small team offers Email Marketing and Logo.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9South Plainfield, NJ
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Mind Blown is a social media marketing company. The South Plainfield, New Jersey-based firm was established in 1996. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Multi Marketing USA is a social media marketing firm located in New York, New York. They provide Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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Ride For The Brand is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is in Fort Worth, Texas. The company provides Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wilmington, DE
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Established in 2010, Famous WSI Results is a small Email Marketing company headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. Their team offers Email Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Knoxville, TN
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Advertising company Big Slate Media is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. The team provides Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wilsonville, OR
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JAST Media is an e-commerce development company. They were established in 2012, and their services include E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Clark, NJ
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See all 1 projectsDigalax Full Service Digital Marketing Agency offers search engine optimization, speed optimization, and link-building services. Clients commend their customized strategies, responsiveness, and expertise, though minor delays and communication issues were noted. Overall, feedback highlights their ability to tailor solutions to specific business needs, making them a highly valued partner in digital marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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See all 2 projectsFlip180 Media is a design firm specializing in magazine design and eReader platform development, offering services that enhance visual and digital experiences. Across their reviews, the company is praised for its efficient project management, timely delivery, and innovative solutions. Approximately 100% of reviewers highlight their strong design skills and reliable communication, while suggestions for improvement include providing more design options and consulting more frequently before implementing solutions.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Richardson, TX
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Founded in 2023, Manes & Co. Is a branding company. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy and is in Richardson, Texas.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Founded in 2017, Darkroom is a midsize Los Angeles, California-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bend, OR
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Launched in 2007, Production Clicks, a small PPC agency, is based in Bend, Oregon. Their services include Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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Vantage Market Research is a Market Research company established in 2021. The company offers Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orange, CT
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WSI – Bain Group, a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2024. In Orange, Connecticut, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Santa Fe, NM
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See all 1 projectsEmpowering Advertising provides comprehensive services including search engine optimization, social media marketing, and online reputation management. Overall feedback highlights their professionalism, responsiveness, and effectiveness in delivering quick results, as clients reported significant outcomes within a short timeframe.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lansing, MI
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Arch Collective is a Marketing Strategy company. The small San Francisco, California-based team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing. The company was established in 2019.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fairfield, NJ
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Marketing All Day, a Conversion Optimization company, was launched in 2017. The small team provides Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brighton, MI
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Digital Strategy company Modern Digital Consulting offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2020.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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ALH Media is a SEO agency. Launched in 2010, the company is headquartered in Miami, Florida. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Springfield, MO
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Launched in 2016, Frontier Media Labs is a social media marketing company. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hoboken, NJ
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GLM Inc. Is an Advertising company launched in 1980. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Launched in 2014, Baal & Spots is a branding company. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Vineland, NJ
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GDG Media Management, an Advertising company, was established in 2020. The firm specializes in Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Connect Media - CRE is an Event Marketing company. They are based in Los Angeles, California and New York, New York and have small team. They specialize in Event Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Flower Mound, TX
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6 Degrees Media, a Marketing Strategy company, was founded in 2021. The small team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Park City, UT
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Email Marketing company INFLUX Marketing was founded in 2014. Headquartered in Park City, Utah, the team offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bishopville, MD
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Neobolt Systems is a branding firm. Established in 2023, their team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Plano, TX
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Webmantra Digital Agency is a social media marketing firm established in 2003. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pflugerville, TX
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WR Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Based in Pflugerville, Texas, their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mishawaka, IN
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See all 1 projectsPathfinders Advertising is a strategic marketing consultancy known for its expertise in developing comprehensive marketing strategies. Based on client reviews, 100% of feedback highlights their responsiveness, timely delivery, and impactful results, with a 500% increase in inbound leads and a fourfold marketing-generated pipeline since 2021. Clients appreciate their cultural fit and high-quality deliverables, though some initially found service costs substantial.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Argyle, TX
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Established in 2017, 407 Marketing is a Content Marketing company. The small team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Kintsugi Digital is a small Email Marketing company. They specialize in Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Peachtree Corners, GA
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See all 1 projectsCreatively Olivia is a digital agency specializing in web development, social media management, and digital marketing services. Clients consistently praise the agency's meticulous project management and ability to simplify complex concepts for non-technical individuals. With a reported 15–20% increase in conversion rates, 100% of reviewers highlight their exceptional flexibility and adaptability. However, some suggest expanding team capacity for broader availability.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reston, VA
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Branding company FreshSparks was launched in 2004. The small team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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Sitemap.io is a small SEO agency located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Northfield, OH
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See all 3 projectsBlue Noda LLC is a branding and digital marketing agency known for exceptional design and strategic marketing solutions, including web design, SEO, and LinkedIn strategies. Reviews highlight their ability to deliver projects on time and exceed expectations, with 100% of reviewers praising their creativity, reliability, and professionalism. Clients particularly value their strategic insights and alignment with company goals.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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El LinKe is a small Digital Strategy company established in 2016. Their services include Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mount Vernon, VA
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Course1 is a small branding agency headquartered in Mount Vernon, Virginia. Their services include Branding and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Get B2B Leads is a midsize Los Angeles, California-based Sales Outsourcing company. The team provides Sales Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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SEO Maisters is a branding agency. The midsize New York, New York-based team provides Branding and Advertising. The company was launched in 2018.
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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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$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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$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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$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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$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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$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.