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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bensalem, PA
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BigFly, an e-commerce development firm, was launched in 2005. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Advertising and is based in Bensalem, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Waynesville, OH
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Dealer Authority is a midsize Waynesville, Ohio-based Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lehi, UT
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MyAdvice is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 1998. The agency specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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See all 2 projectsCommonwealth Creative Marketing is a versatile web design and development company that excels in creating user-friendly websites and enhancing financial systems. With a consistent record of delivering timely and efficient services, 100% of reviewers highlight their effective communication and project management. Their commitment to excellence and client-focused approach distinguish them in the industry.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Buffalo, NY
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See all 1 projectstheBREWROOM is a digital marketing agency specializing in web updates, digital strategy management, and marketing services. Their clients consistently praise the team’s customer-focused approach, responsiveness, and exceptional value, with 100% positive feedback noting significant improvements in social media presence and audience engagement. Sam, the founder, is recognized for his ethical practices and effective project management.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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In Sheridan, Wyoming, Coldespy - Digital Marketing Agency LLC is a small SEO services firm. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Reno, NV
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Ace Studios is a web design agency. They focus on Web Design and Video Production and are located in Reno, Nevada.
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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+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsE-Commerce Villa offers a range of services including PPC, listing creation, and optimization, particularly excelling in Amazon marketplace strategies. Overall feedback highlights their expertise in ranking and profitability through effective PPC campaigns. Clients appreciate their knowledgeable team and strategic approach to project management, indicating high satisfaction with their performance.
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsBigeye Agency is a full-service marketing agency for consumer brands. Based in Orlando, Florida since 2002. We build and grow CPG, DTC, beauty, food and beverage, pet, wellness, and retail brands
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boulder, CO
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In Boulder, Colorado, Room 214 is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$75,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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UNION is a Content Marketing company. They are located in Charlotte, North Carolina and have small team. They offer Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bradford, PA
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Protocol 80 Inc., a web design company, was founded in 2002. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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Launched in 2004, THAT Agency is a small social media marketing firm. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Boulder, CO
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See all 5 projectsJolly Web Consulting is a web design and SEO company praised for its responsive communication, timely delivery, and effective project management. Across multiple reviews, clients commend their ability to align with company values and enhance online presence, with 100% of feedback being positive. Their work has notably increased sales, conversions, and user engagement for diverse businesses.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dix Hills, NY
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Lead Marketing Strategies is a web design company. They were founded in 2007 and offer Web Design and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Business Consulting company GoSmallBiz was founded in 1996. The small team offers Business Consulting and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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See all 1 projectsCrafted Minds offers comprehensive IT services, including web development, data science, CMS, and ERP solutions. The reviews highlight their exceptional project management, timely delivery, and effective communication. Overall, clients appreciate their professionalism and commitment to enhancing brand visibility and search engine rankings, leading to measurable growth in organic visibility and direct traffic.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Littleton, CO
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Digital Strategy company Auctus Agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They are located in Littleton, Colorado.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sheridan, WY
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See all 1 projectsAdded Marketing is a digital marketing agency that offers a full range of services from SEO, GEO, AEO, paid advertising, Reddit and Quora Management and website development, aiming to help
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Campbell, CA
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Web design agency Solutionarian Marketing is headquartered in Campbell, California. Founded in 2010, the team focuses on Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Citadel Digital Agency is a web design agency. They are in Denver, Colorado and and have small team. They offer Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Traverse City, MI
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Maneuver Up is a SEO services firm. Their team is located in Traverse City, Michigan and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Strike Marketing is a media planning & buying company. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the team offers Media Planning & Buying and Advertising.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Alexandria, MN
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EVM Digital is a SEO agency. Their small team is based in Alexandria, Minnesota. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Kailua-Kona, HI
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Website development company Your Marketing Girls specializes in Web Development and Pay Per Click. They are based in Kailua-Kona, Hawaii.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burnsville, MN
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Aktion Interactive is a SEO company. Launched in 2011, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Avamia, a small SEO agency, is located in Austin, Texas. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Victorville, CA
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In Victorville, California, Cyberdude is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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The matters group is a Content Marketing company based in Seattle, Washington. They focus on Content Marketing and Digital Strategy and were established in 2009.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tulsa, OK
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Digital Marketology is a Content Marketing company headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Boynton Beach, FL
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Synergy Eleven is a Boynton Beach, Florida-based Digital Strategy company. Established in 2010, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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LeadsPlaza is a small Sales Outsourcing company. Founded in 2017, the team provides Sales Outsourcing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bluffton, SC
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Launched in 2013, Coastal Marketing Strategies is a SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gainesville, VA
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OYS Marketing LLC is a small Gainesville, Virginia-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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WSI Biggs Digital is an Atlanta, Georgia-based Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hingham, MA
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True North Brand Group is a small public relations firm established in 2002. Their services include Public Relations and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Haddonfield, NJ
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Encompass Marketing Group is a web design company. Their team is headquartered in Haddonfield, New Jersey. The agency specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Wichita, KS
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Located in Wichita, Kansas, Rokit Social Marketing is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hattiesburg, MS
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Major League Marketers is a SEO company. Established in 2022, the agency is based in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Kaneohe, HI
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HI Vizibility Marketing is a PPC company. Their small team is located in Kaneohe, Hawaii and focuses on Pay Per Click and Marketing Strategy. The firm was established in 2017.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Palm Beach Gardens, FL
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Web design company Dovera provides Web Design and Web Development. They are based in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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Established in 2013, CHIROBASIX is a small Wilmington, North Carolina-based social media marketing company. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hudson, OH
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Mosaic eMarketing is a small social media marketing firm located in Hudson, Ohio. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Nashville, TN
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720 Digital Marketing, a Marketing Strategy company, is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. The team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Orange, CA
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SEO agency Orangory SEO Agency was established in 2026. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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MBD Consulting is a Marketing Strategy company. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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High Level Experts is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Performance Marketing and were established in 2019. The agency is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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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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$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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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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