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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ironton, OH
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White Label Ad Factory is a social media marketing agency. Their team is located in Ironton, Ohio and offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Miami, FL
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SEO agency First Firms offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were launched in 2001.
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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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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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GLASS FROG LLC. Is a social media marketing company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kearney, NE
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Pay per click company TMV Social is headquartered in Kearney, Nebraska. They provide Pay Per Click and Web Design and were founded in 2015.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Launched in 2020, AC Creative is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Redondo Beach, CA
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See all 9 projectsPPC Masterminds is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click advertising, specifically Google Ads and paid media management. Across reviews, 100% mention high customer satisfaction and exceptional communication, with an emphasis on their data-driven and customized campaign strategies. Clients note improved Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) and effective cost management, highlighting the team's ability to elevate online ad campaigns and achieve substantial business growth.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Gloucester Township, NJ
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Simply DSGN is a Gloucester Township, New Jersey-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Vertical Measures is a PPC agency. The Phoenix, Arizona-based team provides Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Culver City, CA
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Social media marketing agency True North Social is in Culver City, California. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Virginia Beach, VA
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Launched in 2015, Spin Modern, a small pay per click agency, is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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Software development company Text Request was founded in 2014. The small team provides Custom Software Development and Other Application Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Stanton, CA
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See all 1 projectsKoalify is a comprehensive marketing agency specializing in branding, SEO, and Google My Business optimization and management. The feedback from their clients is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting their responsiveness and professionalism, with 100% of reviewers commending their quality of work. Clients appreciate Koalify's effective project management and alignment with company values.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sioux Falls, SD
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Located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 9 Clouds is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49East Lansing, MI
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Small pay per click agency and SEO company Netvantage Marketing, is located in East Lansing, Michigan and Grand Rapids, Michigan. The team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Evesham, NJ
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DiPietro Marketing Group LLC is a PPC company established in 2002. The agency offers Pay Per Click and Advertising, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cheyenne, WY
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Aspiring Media Solutions is a SEO services firm and PPC agency. They are located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pequannock Township, NJ
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A Second Opinion LLC is a Pequannock Township, New Jersey-based pay per click agency and SEO agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wyckoff, NJ
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Manning Agency LLC is a PPC company and SEO company launched in 1985. The small team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Aventura, FL
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DigiGrad is a small Mobile & App Marketing and pay per click agency in Aventura, Florida. Their services include Mobile & App Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Topeka, KS
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Launched in 2023, Compass Marketing + Advertising Partners is a small Advertising and PPC agency. Their team focuses on Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Riverside, CA
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LinkU is a social media marketing company and PPC agency established in 2003. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Arvanza Consulting is a small San Diego, California-based SEO company and pay per click company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Marketplace Sorted is a New York, New York-based SEO agency and PPC agency. Established in 2018, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Morrisville, NC
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Advertising company Netsertive was founded in 2009. The firm offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Hermon, NY
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PPC agency BotGuard Pro is in Hermon, New York. Their services include Pay Per Click and Cybersecurity.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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AMP Digital Agency is an Other Digital Marketing company. The company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their team specializes in Other Digital Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Greenwood Village, CO
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Brand Brain Media is a Marketing Strategy company founded in 2019. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Pay Per Click and is based in Greenwood Village, Colorado.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Established in 2021, Suite 3A is a branding firm. The small team focuses on Branding and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Riverside, CA
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ThePulse Creative Solutions is a midsize Riverside, California-based branding firm. The team provides Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Brooklyn, NY
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In Brooklyn, New York, Social Verse is a social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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See all 11 projectsAMZ Optimized is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) advertising and comprehensive Amazon marketplace management. Clients consistently praise their expertise in PPC management and strategic digital campaigns, resulting in significant improvements in sales and return on ad spend (ROAS). Approximately 100% of reviews highlight their effective communication and project management skills.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Conversions Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. Established in 2012, the team provides Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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See all 1 projectsWebramp Digital Marketing specializes in enhancing online visibility through comprehensive SEO strategies, including website optimization, off-site SEO, and long-term strategic planning. Reviews highlight consistent traffic growth from Google search and commend the company's professionalism, organization, and transparency in managing client expectations. The agency's honest communication and focus on ROI are frequently praised by clients.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Northlake, TX
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Predictive Online Marketing is a PPC company based in Northlake, Texas. They focus on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Conveyor is a PPC agency headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint Paul, MN
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Bhavana Marketing is a SEO services firm. Established in 2020, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The firm is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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SJM Digital Consulting , a PPC agency, was founded in 2019. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and is in Chicago, Illinois.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Minster, OH
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Launched in 2009, Marketing Essentials is a small Minster, Ohio-based Direct Marketing company. Their services include Direct Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sprague, CT
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Marketing A Clinic is a social media marketing agency. Based in Sprague, Connecticut, the agency was launched in 2016. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$50,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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QRY is a media planning and buying agency founded in 2016. The firm specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Navarre, FL
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Established in 2018, Modern Media is a small Navarre, Florida-based SEO agency. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 2021, Native Book Publishing is a Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 1 projectsWhite Label DM offer comprehensive digital marketing solutions. Elevate your online presence with our expert services, including SEO, Google Ads, PPC Ads, Microsoft Ads, Facebook Ads, and YouTube
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsAnthem Software is a company that offers services in search engine optimization, website hosting, and maintenance, along with social media marketing. However, feedback suggests dissatisfaction with their execution, with 100% of reviewers expressing disappointment in service quality and project management, highlighting issues with deliverables and ongoing charges for unsatisfactory work.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Lancaster, PA
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YDOP is a pay per click agency. Their small team is in Lancaster, Pennsylvania and provides Pay Per Click and Web Design. The firm was founded in 2006.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Phoenix, AZ
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Colling Media is a PPC company. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Media Planning & Buying and is located in Phoenix, Arizona.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bradenton, FL
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Ignition Digital Marketing, a SEO company, was launched in 2018. Based in Bradenton, Florida, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Charlotte, NC
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MicroD is an e-commerce development firm in Charlotte, North Carolina. They focus on E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click and were established in 1993.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sacramento, CA
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See all 5 projectsCubitrek is a comprehensive digital solutions provider offering services in AI development, web design, SEO, and social media marketing. The company consistently receives high ratings, praised for its professional project management, adaptability, and holistic approach to integrating technical and marketing strategies. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight Cubitrek's ability to deliver projects on time and align closely with client goals.
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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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
100% Pay Per Click
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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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