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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Weymouth, MA
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See all 2 projectsNew Advantage is a comprehensive marketing agency specializing in local market strategies, including website design, SEO, social media marketing, and reputation management. Their clients highlight substantial improvements in online presence and engagement, with 100% of reviews praising their timely delivery and responsiveness. The agency excels in increasing website traffic, enhancing local search visibility, and managing online reputations effectively.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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See all 2 projectsEnchantment Marketing LLC is a digital marketing agency offering branding, website development, SEO, and paid advertisement management services. Reviews indicate a high level of customer satisfaction, with 100% of clients highlighting the company's personalized approach and expertise in enhancing brand awareness and engagement. Their commitment to timely and communicative project management is frequently praised, contributing to successful client outcomes.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Wyandanch, NY
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See all 1 projectseStore Seller is an e-commerce development company lauded for its ability to design and develop comprehensive e-commerce websites. With 100% positive feedback, clients praise their exceptional service, clear communication, and educational approach, especially for those inexperienced in e-commerce. The company consistently delivers projects on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Pasadena, CA
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DigiSavvy, an UX design company, was founded in 2010. Headquartered in Pasadena, California, the team focuses on UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Collegeville, PA
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Prager Microsystems, a SEO services firm, focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2003.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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FatCat Strategies, a small SEO company, is based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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In Atlanta, Georgia, DoubleDome Digital Marketing is a SEO services firm. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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Public relations firm Rebellious PR & Consulting is in Portland, Oregon. They provide Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Naperville, IL
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Clariant Creative Agency is an UX design company. Their team is located in Naperville, Illinois. The firm specializes in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Daggerfinn is a Content Marketing company. Established in 2018, their team offers Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Rolla, MO
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Launched in 2020, Digital World Giant is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Port St. Lucie, FL
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Spilt Media - Digital Marketing, SEO and Web Design is a SEO services firm launched in 2015. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerSouthfield, MI
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See all 1 projectsIT-Enterprises is a company specializing in social media solutions and app development, particularly for automotive dealers. They have a long-standing relationship with clients, consistently delivering satisfactory outcomes, such as doubling view rates for projects. Reviews highlight their effective communication and strong follow-through, with 100% positive feedback and no noted areas for improvement.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsMcCaplan Consulting Group is a consulting firm specializing in website and branding services. The overall feedback is predominantly negative, with 100% of the reviewer expressing dissatisfaction, highlighting issues with project execution and mismanaged services. The review indicates a need for improvement in delivering promised outcomes and better aligning their work with client expectations.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Lexington, SC
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See all 2 projectsHawley Digital is a web development and branding company known for its expertise in enhancing digital presence and e-commerce capabilities. Reviews consistently highlight their forward-thinking approach, adherence to schedules, and budgetary constraints. Approximately 100% of clients commend their design knowledge and progressive ideas, while none report any areas needing improvement.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerGrand Rapids, MI
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See all 1 projectsDavid Kranker Creative is a web design and development company highly regarded for its professionalism and client-centric approach. A significant theme across the reviews is their ability to balance appealing aesthetics with ease of accessibility. Nearly all clients commend their organized and purposeful project execution, although there is a suggestion for improved organization tools.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boulder, CO
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Launching Labs Marketing is a web design company. Based in Boulder, Colorado, the agency was founded in 2017. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Long Beach, CA
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Launched in 2023, West Desk Emails is an Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerLitchfield Park, AZ
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See all 4 projectsJH Consulting, Inc. is a comprehensive digital marketing and web development agency specializing in website creation, SEO, social media management, and online advertising. Reviews highlight their exceptional project management, personalized service, and ability to significantly enhance clients' online presence. With nearly 100% positive feedback, clients praise their expertise, responsiveness, and strategic approach to maximizing resources, resulting in substantial business growth.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Fort Lauderdale, FL
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Launched in 2016, Hardcore Advertising is a Digital Strategy company. The agency offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Wood Village, OR
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Small public relations company Inches Make Miles, is based in Wood Village, Oregon. The team specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Frisco, TX
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See all 1 projectsPixelGrit is a digital marketing company specializing in website design, SEO, and general digital marketing. They consistently deliver projects on time, exceeding client expectations. Reviews highlight their diverse knowledge and experience, with 100% of clients expressing satisfaction and no areas identified for improvement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fargo, ND
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Located in Fargo, North Dakota, Advest Marketing is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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One Dragon is a SEO services firm headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Exton, PA
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Web design company Skigital LLC specializes in Web Design and Advertising. They are based in Exton, Pennsylvania.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Henderson, NV
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Nolocade LLC is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2018, the firm is based in Henderson, Nevada. Their services include Digital Strategy and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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SEO agency Crown Media Tech focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing. They are in West Palm Beach, Florida.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Farmingdale, NY
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Haywire Marketing, a media planning & buying agency, was established in 2017. Located in Farmingdale, New York, the team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Michira Marketing is a PPC agency. Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, the company offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cape Coral, FL
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Established in 2018, Mostyn Marketing Group is a Marketing Strategy company. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Washington, DC
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Honeycomb Consulting is a small Content Marketing company founded in 2011. Their team provides Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Rafael, CA
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Stoned Root Cannabis Marketing is a small Content Marketing company located in San Rafael, California. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Revive marketing is a social media marketing company. They are based in Seattle, Washington and have small team. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Palm Desert, CA
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Xeneth Marketing is a branding firm headquartered in Palm Desert, California. Launched in 2014, the team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boulder, CO
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Nice Marketing Co. Is an e-commerce development firm founded in 2022. The firm focuses on E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pasadena, CA
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Founded in 2020, Pasadena SEO Company - Digital Marketing Solutions is a SEO agency. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Cheyenne, WY
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Launched in 2016, Mint Digital Studio is a branding firm. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing and is based in Cheyenne, Wyoming and Cheyenne, Wyoming.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Launched in 2011, Epic Werks Media is a small social media marketing agency located in San Antonio, Texas. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kalispell, MT
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The Sunset Ridge Group, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Kalispell, Montana. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mapleton, UT
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MarketFire is a PPC agency. Founded in 2012, the company is based in Mapleton, Utah. Their services include Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boca Raton, FL
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Smurk Media is a web design agency founded in 2012. The agency offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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March Direct Marketing, a small Direct Marketing company, is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Edgewood, New Mexico. Their services include Direct Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Plainview, NY
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YBG Marketing is a pay per click agency. Founded in 1998, their team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sterling Heights, MI
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Timelinepages LLC is a Sterling Heights, Michigan-based SEO company. Established in 2002, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lancaster, SC
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Based in Lancaster, South Carolina, Paton Digital is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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MAABS DESIGN is a web design company. The New Delhi, India-based company provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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Hunterbees, a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Frisco, Texas. They focus on Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Charleston, SC
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Founded in 2015, HookLead is a PPC company. The team provides Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pensacola, FL
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Launched in 2014, HIP Creative Inc. Is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Oakland, CA
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Based in Oakland, California, Ellipses is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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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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$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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34.7/40.018.4/20 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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$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+$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 / 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.