Top PPC Companies in the United States
Pay-per-click advertising is one of the fastest ways to put a product or service in front of buyers who are actively searching for it — but campaign performance varies enormously depending on who's managing the account. The United States hosts the largest concentration of PPC agencies in the world, from boutique Google Ads specialists in New York and Chicago to full-service performance marketing firms operating nationally.
The strongest American PPC companies do more than set bids: they design landing page experiences, build out conversion tracking infrastructure, run A/B tests, and tie campaign spend directly to business outcomes like cost per lead or return on ad spend. Clutch's verified review process helps you compare agencies on actual client outcomes rather than self-reported case studies. Browse global PPC agencies on Clutch, explore PPC agencies in New York, or compare U.S. SEO companies if organic and paid search should work together.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 406 projectsKlientBoost is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising and search engine marketing, with a strong focus on Google Ads and online ad campaigns. Reviewers consistently praise KlientBoost for their exceptional communication and project management skills, with over 90% highlighting their proactive and responsive approach. Clients are impressed by the agency's expertise in conversion tracking and data-driven strategies, noting significant improvements in lead quality and cost per acquisition (CPC).
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 49 projectsATRA is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) services, including managing Google Ads and other online ad campaigns. Reviews highlight their expertise in increasing web traffic, improving Return on Ad Spend (ROAS), and achieving significant lead generation improvements. Approximately 67% of clients commend ATRA's transparency and strategic approach, while 83% note their impressive communication and responsiveness.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 373 projectsDisruptive Advertising is a digital advertising agency specializing in PPC, Paid Search, and online ad campaigns, with a strong focus on Google Ads and Meta strategies. Client feedback is predominantly positive, with approximately 85% highlighting their effective communication, impressive campaign management, and measurable results, such as improved lead generation and cost efficiencies. However, a minority of reviews indicate room for improvement in campaign optimization and creative processes.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 406 projectsKlientBoost is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising and search engine marketing, with a strong focus on Google Ads and online ad campaigns. Reviewers consistently praise KlientBoost for their exceptional communication and project management skills, with over 90% highlighting their proactive and responsive approach. Clients are impressed by the agency's expertise in conversion tracking and data-driven strategies, noting significant improvements in lead quality and cost per acquisition (CPC).
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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StringCan Interactive, a Digital Strategy company, is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Des Moines, WA
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Working Funnel, LLC is a small pay per click company located in Des Moines, Washington. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 7 projectsPPC Force is a highly regarded agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising, providing expert services in managing Google Ads and other digital advertising platforms. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their responsiveness and timely delivery, with 80% highlighting their deep industry knowledge and alignment with company values. Their ability to enhance lead quality and reduce cost per acquisition is a consistent theme.
$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 26 projectsGatorworks is a digital advertising agency specializing in PPC, Google Ads, and digital marketing strategies. The company is praised for its effective project management, delivering campaigns on time, and offering proactive solutions, with 100% of reviewers highlighting client-centric service and successful campaign outcomes. Clients commend their responsiveness and innovative approach to digital advertising.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Ann Arbor, MI
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Climb Marketing is a PPC agency. The small Ann Arbor, Michigan-based team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was founded in 2014.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Opelika, AL
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Baker Street Digital Media is a Conversion Optimization company. The team is headquartered in Opelika, Alabama, and their services include Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Colts Neck, NJ
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Web design agency CMDS was founded in 2002. The firm specializes in Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Social media marketing company FYVE Marketing was launched in 2019. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Boynton Beach, FL
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PPC Expertz is a social media marketing agency. Their team is based in Boynton Beach, Florida and offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Zephyrhills, FL
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Exploit SEO of Wesley Chapel is a small pay per click company. They provide Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2018.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Founded in 2012, URPERSONA [GOLD] is a pay per click agency. The agency provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woodbridge Township, NJ
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Established in 2020, Bloody Brilliant is a pay per click agency. Their team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 2015, Garrin Evan Digital is a social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Troy, MI
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Physician Referral Marketing is a Troy, Michigan-based Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Stamford, CT
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See all 2 projectsMovable Media is a content development company specializing in creating engaging content to drive customer engagement and brand marketing. According to reviews, clients commend the company for its flexibility and ability to work within budget constraints, leading to significant improvements in site traffic and customer engagement. Approximately 100% of reviewers mention Movable Media's collaborative approach and positive impact on their content marketing strategies.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Leesburg, FL
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Based in Leesburg, Florida and Andorra, That Company Internet Marketing is a social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Orangevale, CA
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InfoStar Productions is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 1993. The company is in Orangevale, California.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Covina, CA
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Redefine Marketing Group, a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Covina, California. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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See all 1 projectsIgloo is a digital marketing company specializing in SEO and social media strategy. According to client feedback, they are commended for their structured and professional project management, delivering high-quality work on time. All reviews highlight their impressive service quality, with no areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Malvern, PA
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Social media marketing agency The Webbuzz was founded in 2023. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Mount Pleasant, SC
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WCBD-TV CountOn2Connects is a Mount Pleasant, South Carolina-based media planning & buying company. They specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Westminster, CO
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Lift Conversions is a PPC company. They focus on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2014.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Artesia, CA
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Sumtotal Marketing, a SEO agency, was founded in 2013. They offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Oryx Cloud is a small pay per click company in Houston, Texas. Their services include Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Plano, TX
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Austin Bryant Consulting is a SEO company. Located in Plano, Texas, their small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The agency was launched in 2019.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Centennial, CO
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Dominant Digital Agency LLC is a SEO agency headquartered in Centennial, Colorado. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Novi, MI
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Amplify Digital Marketing, LLC is a pay per click company. They are in Novi, Michigan and have small team. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cary, NC
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Triangle Direct Media is a social media marketing company located in Cary, North Carolina. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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PPC agency My Web Concepts is based in St. Petersburg, Florida and Las Vegas, Nevada. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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Pay per click company VIIRL Marketing was established in 2018. The small team focuses on Pay Per Click and Other Digital Marketing.
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$250,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bala Cynwyd, PA
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Harmelin Media is a Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania-based media planning and buying agency. They specialize in Media Planning & Buying and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Champlin, MN
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BizzyWeb, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 1999. The firm specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Target Media Solutions, Inc. Is a small pay per click agency based in Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Pay Per Click and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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JAM Idea Agency is a PPC agency. Founded in 2018, the team offers Pay Per Click and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plano, TX
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Dealership Partners LLC is a PPC agency. In Plano, Texas, the agency was launched in 2016. Their services include Pay Per Click and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Login2Profits LLC is a PPC agency headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada. Established in 2018, the team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sugar Land, TX
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HiveNexis is a small Sugar Land, Texas-based SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9White Plains, NY
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SEO services firm Pillar Digital Marketing Agency was founded in 2017. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2019, Simplia Inc. Is a midsize PPC company. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Web Development.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Bloomington, MN
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See all 1 projectsIMS nHance is a comprehensive marketing solutions provider that excels in marketing strategy, content management, and website development. Across reviews, 100% of clients highlighted their timely delivery and supportive nature, with no areas for improvement noted. Clients are particularly impressed by IMS nHance's extensive resources and responsiveness, enhancing internal efficiencies and social media engagement.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Onters - Full Service Digital Agency is a SEO services firm. Located in New York, New York and Indore, India, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerMontgomery, NJ
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See all 5 projectsAddi Marketing is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click advertising, including Google Ads and Bing Ads. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients praised their ability to lower Cost Per Click (CPC) while increasing traffic and conversions. Reviewers consistently highlighted their professionalism, knowledge, and effective communication, with 80% noting impressive adaptability and responsiveness to client needs.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Logo company DesignKix was established in 2019. The team offers Logo and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Boerne, TX
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Launched in 2013, CinchLocal is a SEO services firm. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Fullsight - Digital Marketing Agency is a small web design company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. The team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenville, NC
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The Click Firm is a pay per click agency. They provide Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization and were launched in 2016. The firm is located in Greenville, North Carolina and.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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PPC company Canal Digital Studio is in New York, New York. The team offers Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Canton, GA
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Forerunner Marketing is a small PPC company launched in 2023. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Modesto, CA
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Colorstone Marketing is a SEO agency established in 2017. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is based in Modesto, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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Launched in 2002, L7 Advertising is a midsize SEO agency. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Launched in 2016, Simpler Site is a web design agency. The small team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Middletown, DE
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PPC agency Intername Media Ltd was established in 2012. The firm offers Pay Per Click and Media Planning & Buying.
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List of the Best U.S. Pay Per Click Agencies and PPC Management Companies
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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38.6/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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38.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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36.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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36/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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35.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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36.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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35.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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35.1/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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35/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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34.9/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Wayne, IN
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34.9/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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33.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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36.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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32.7/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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32.6/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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32/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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31.7/40.018/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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31.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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32.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Sandy, UT
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31.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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31.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Columbus, OH
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32.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience3.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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31.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Scottsdale, AZ
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31/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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36.3/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Portsmouth, NH
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31/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Bohemia, NY
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30.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews7/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Albany, NY
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30.8/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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30.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience3.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Sandy, UT
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30.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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A U.S.-based PPC agency typically owns end-to-end paid campaign performance across one or more channels:
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American PPC agencies operate in the same market, currency, and business environment as most clients. U.S.-based teams are available during local business hours for real-time decisions — important when a campaign needs to be paused quickly or a budget needs reallocation mid-month. U.S. agencies also tend to have direct Google and Meta partner relationships, providing access to beta features, dedicated platform support, and occasionally promotional ad credits.
According to Clutch pricing data, monthly management fees for U.S. PPC agencies typically range from $1,000 – $3,000 per month for small accounts to $5,000 – $15,000 or more for mid-market or multi-channel engagements.
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