Top Email Marketing Companies in the United States
From New York’s media and finance brands to San Francisco’s SaaS leaders and Austin’s fast-growing startups, the United States is a powerhouse for email marketing talent. U.S. agencies pair strategy, creative, and deliverability expertise to drive lifecycle growth—from welcome and onboarding to re‑engagement and win‑back.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a dynamic email marketing agency specializing in services such as Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Newsletter Marketing. Their clients consistently praise their structured project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews highlighting timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. They excel in optimizing email engagement strategies, evidenced by significant increases in revenue and email-driven results for their clients.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 29 projectsOne 10 Media is a professional email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, automated email flows, and email engagement strategies. The company consistently receives high praise for its strategic approach, communication, and ability to deliver on time, with over 90% of reviews highlighting impressive revenue growth and improved email metrics. Reviewers appreciate their personalized service and strategic insights, with minimal areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Woodhaven, NY
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Rhodium Web Development is a midsize web design agency in Woodhaven, New York. The team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Dallas, TX
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See all 1 projectsFHG offers website redesign services with a focus on complex functionalities such as payments and geolocation. The reviews highlight FHG's transparency, effective communication, and expertise in UI/UX design. Clients commend their project management and ability to deliver high-quality work, even in challenging circumstances such as the COVID-19 outbreak.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Great Neck, NY
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Ventes B2B Technologies is a midsize Email Marketing company. They focus on Email Marketing and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2017.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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In Austin, Texas and Lahore, Pakistan, Technoid Horizon is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Las Vegas, NV
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Bloomclicks Digital Advertising is a PPC company. Headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, the team provides Pay Per Click and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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Queens Ghostwriters is an Advertising company based in Dallas, Texas. They focus on Advertising and Direct Marketing and were founded in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Haltom City, TX
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Qualbe Marketing Group is an Advertising company. Based in Haltom City, Texas, the company was launched in 1997. Their team focuses on Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Libertyville, IL
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Grand Marketing Solutions is a branding company. The agency is located in Libertyville, Illinois. Their team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Greenville, SC
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Media planning and buying company Chumney & Associates was established in 1990. The firm focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Torrance, CA
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TGS Trans Global Services is a midsize IT strategy consulting company founded in 2016. Their services include IT strategy consulting and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lake Forest, CA
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Established in 2008, Over the Top is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Covina, CA
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Data Annotation Services company INFOTANKS MEDIA is based in Covina, California. They provide Data Annotation Services and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Framingham, MA
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ListEngage, a midsize Other Digital Marketing company, is in Framingham, Massachusetts. The team focuses on Other Digital Marketing and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cheshire, CT
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Established in 2013, Rebellion Group is a midsize Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9North Charleston, SC
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Fortibus Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2005. The small team provides Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Founded in 2013, Epiphany Creative Services, LLC is a branding firm. The team provides Branding and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Santa Barbara, CA
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Founded in 2014, Revision is an user experience agency. The firm offers UX/UI Design and Branding, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Prograsys is a Digital Strategy company based in New York, New York and Bengaluru, India. They offer Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development and were launched in 2007.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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White Label Partner is a SEO services firm. Their midsize team is located in Miami, Florida and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development. The company was established in 2015.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Norco, CA
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Branding firm Kulture Konnect was launched in 2005. The small team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Knoodle, a branding agency, was established in 1999. They focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Campaign Creators is a SEO services firm. The San Diego, California-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Menlo Park, CA
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Brainrider is a Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Content Marketing and were launched in 2010.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Exults is a PPC company. Their small team is in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was launched in 2005.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Chainlink Relationship Marketing, a SEO services firm, focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They were launched in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Call center Convoso is based in Los Angeles, California. The team provides Call Center Services and Sales Outsourcing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ocala, FL
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NetSource Technologies is a social media marketing company. Located in Ocala, Florida, the firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Content Marketing company Kalungi was founded in 2018. The company offers Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Michigan City, IN
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Tempesta Media is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in Michigan City, Indiana, the company was launched in 2011. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Windsor, CA
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Founded in 2018, VTraffic.io is a Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Based in Austin, Texas, Wave Media Group is a small social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Rye Brook, NY
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See all 23 projectsDoctorsInternet is a digital marketing agency specializing in healthcare-specific strategies, known for its effective Email Outreach and targeted digital campaigns. Reviews highlight their expertise, with 100% positive feedback praising their ability to enhance online visibility and patient engagement. Clients commend their project management skills and responsiveness, noting their proficiency in promoting unique healthcare services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Upland, CA
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Social media marketing company Tulu Marketing was established in 2000. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Plano, TX
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Web design agency Webly Connect was established in 2020. The team provides Web Design and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Plano, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Woonsocket, RI
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SalesAmp is a Content Marketing company. They are based in Woonsocket, Rhode Island and have small team. Their team provides Content Marketing and Sales Outsourcing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49West Babylon, NY
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Https://feenixlab.com/ is a West Babylon, New York-based SEO company. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2015.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Founded in 2020, Best POS Restaurant Marketing Agency is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Deerfield Beach, FL
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Orbit Book Publishers, an e-commerce development company, is headquartered in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Launched in 2011, TechInSF, a small IT strategy consulting company, is located in San Francisco, California. Their services include IT strategy consulting and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Huntington, WV
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Impact Media is a video production agency. Founded in 2020, the company is located in Huntington, West Virginia. Their team focuses on Video Production and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Danbury, CT
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Market Pros International is a small Danbury, Connecticut-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lakewood, CO
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Galaxy Growth is a SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerOverland Park, KS
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See all 2 projectsDemand Stack is a digital marketing company specializing in Email Marketing and website optimization. Based on client reviews, 100% of feedback is positive, highlighting their exceptional customer service, timely delivery, and effective email engagement strategies. Clients appreciate their expertise in enhancing online presence, increasing website traffic by over 100%, and their proficiency in Email Campaigns and SEO services.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Established in 2021, YelloMonkey Labs is a small Digital Strategy company headquartered in Houston, Texas and Bengaluru, India. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Penn Valley, CA
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Pak Branding Tech Solutions is a web development firm. The small Penn Valley, California-based team specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization. The company was launched in 2019.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Huntington Beach, CA
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See all 2 projectsSurfline Media offers services including email marketing, email automation, and CRM solutions. The reviews highlight their proficiency in streamlining sales processes, automating tasks, and enhancing email campaigns, resulting in increased customer engagement and improved sales conversion rates. Clients praise their professionalism and timely project management but note the limited customization options in their software.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Pompano Beach, FL
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Launched in 1994, BrandStar Tech is a custom software development firm. The midsize team specializes in Custom Software Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerDix Hills, NY
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See all 9 projectsCreator Monetization (Formerly Spark Ads) is a social media marketing consultancy with a strong focus on TikTok strategies and content generation. An overwhelming 100% of reviews highlight their expertise, responsiveness, and passion, often commending the founder, Kane, for his depth of knowledge and commitment to client success. Clients appreciate the company's efficiency, professionalism, and personalized approach in creating impactful marketing plans.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Revenue Boomers Social Media Marketing Agency is a SEO company. Their team is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Esd digital marketing is a SEO agency. Their small team of employees is based in San Antonio, Texas and. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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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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38/40.018.2/20 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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32.9/40.016.4/20 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 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 / 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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$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+$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 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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28.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews5.9/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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38.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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37.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Austin, TX
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33.4/40.018/20 Reviews7.1/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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39.2/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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35.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boston, MA
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34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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27.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Email Marketing30% 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.