Top TikTok Influencer Marketing Agencies in the United States
From New York’s media scene and LA’s creator economy to Bay Area tech and Austin’s startup hubs, the United States is a powerhouse for TikTok influencer marketing. The right agency can turn short‑form video and creator partnerships into measurable growth—whether you’re driving TikTok Shop sales, building a UGC library, or scaling paid Spark Ads.
Clutch helps you find trusted partners through verified client reviews, in-depth case studies, and analyst-curated shortlists. Filter by budget, city, industry, platform specialization, or campaign type to compare agencies that match your goals and timelines.
Start by exploring top influencer partners nationwide, or narrow your search to leading U.S. hubs and regulated verticals:
• Top TikTok Influencer Marketing Companies
• TikTok Influencer Marketing Companies in Los Angeles
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Duluth, GA
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See all 2 projectsYokimMarketing LLC is a marketing firm specializing in video production, website creation, branding, and advertising. The company is praised for its affordability, flexibility, and strong communication, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their personalized approach and effective team integration. Clients appreciate their ability to simplify complex advertising concepts, contributing to early sales success and organic growth.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Santa Monica, CA
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The Many is a social media marketing agency founded in 2010. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying, and is midsize.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsPremium Book Publishers offers content and blog writing services, as well as book publishing and writing. The reviews highlight their professionalism, timely delivery, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their alignment with company values and budget. Suggestions for improvement include expanding their team to enhance efficiency.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Yancu Creative is a social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding, and the agency is based in Chicago, Illinois.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Stanford, CA
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Launched in 2023, NewForm, a small social media marketing agency, is in Stanford, California. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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VII Digital is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Media Planning & Buying and were established in 2014.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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See all 3 projectsMosaico Media is a digital marketing company specializing in social media management and online branding. They receive high praise for their client-focused approach, with 100% of reviewers noting their responsive communication and dedication to client satisfaction. Clients experience significant growth, with one noting a 100% increase in prospects.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Orange, CA
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Established in 2019, Restaurant Marketing is a branding agency. Their team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Flagstaff, AZ
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Mountain Mojo Group is a Marketing Strategy company. The small Flagstaff, Arizona-based team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm was launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boston, MA
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Fbabros is a Boston, Massachusetts-based Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Reisterstown, MD
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Social media marketing firm Mediji Media was launched in 2021. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Simi Valley, CA
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Custom Tents With Logo is an Advertising company founded in 2022. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Bullseye Strategy, a media planning and buying company, was established in 2009. The firm focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Main Feed Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The Grand Rapids, Michigan-based agency was established in 2020. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Mansfield, TX
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Oretu Agency, a social media marketing agency, provide Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy. They were established in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Erie, PA
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Search 1 Media LLC is a small Erie, Pennsylvania-based web design agency. The team offers Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Statesboro, GA
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UP Market Media, Inc is a small social media marketing firm. Founded in 2014, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mentor, OH
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Alpha Key Digital is a social media marketing company. The agency is headquartered in Mentor, Ohio. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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My Social Following, a social media marketing company, is located in San Diego, California. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Advertising and were founded in 2007.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Surfside, FL
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Slayer Public Relations is a PR company established in 2023. Their services include Public Relations and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Elon, NC
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Diedrich RPM is a Digital Strategy company founded in 1994. The company provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Long Beach, CA
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Launched in 2019, Endslate, Inc. Is a small Performance Marketing company. Their team focuses on Performance Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsAdvyn offers a comprehensive suite of services, including Social Media Marketing, SEO optimization, website redesign, and digital marketing campaigns. Their reviews consistently highlight their expertise, dedication, and strong project management skills, resulting in increased online engagement and conversions. Clients commend Advyn for their attention to detail and timely delivery, making them a highly recommended partner for online branding efforts.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Roswell, GA
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Headquartered in Roswell, Georgia, The Mauldin Group is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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See all 3 projectsWe are a team of dedicated tech enthusiasts who are focused on helping businesses to expand their reach through digital mediums. Our tailored digital solutions revolve around ways to effectively
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Holly Springs, NC
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Power Move Marketing is a small Holly Springs, North Carolina-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Canton, MI
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VFMSolution is a social media marketing firm. Their midsize team of employees is located in Canton, Michigan. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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The Robo Collective is a small Chicago, Illinois-based video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Video Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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AMZ Founders is a midsize Marketing Strategy company established in 2021. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Fort Worth, TX
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Touchstone Communications is a phone answering service. The team is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas and Islamabad, Pakistan, and their services include Call Center Services and Transcription.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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See all 2 projectsWebnflix specializes in delivering creative design and digital solutions, including logo and website redesigns, tailored to client needs. Reviews highlight their professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication to understanding client visions. Clients appreciate their ability to enhance brand identity and increase engagement, though some suggest more detailed presentations of initial concepts could improve the experience.
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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 Social Media Management and SEO services. They are noted for their structured, professional approach and high-quality deliverables. The company has received 100% positive feedback, with clients particularly impressed by their ability to enhance brand awareness and increase SEO rankings through effective social media strategies.
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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+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Clifton, NJ
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See all 2 projectsDesign Mate Pro provides web design and development services, specializing in creating and updating WordPress sites. Their reviews highlight a commitment to client satisfaction and effective communication, demonstrated by their delivery of a professional and easy-to-update website that significantly increased traffic and leads. Clients commend their design skills and their proactive approach to project management.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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SkyLift Marketing, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2019. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Hoboken, NJ
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See all 1 projectsNYT Ghost Writing offers book writing and publishing services, demonstrating strong project management, timely delivery, and excellent communication skills. Reviews indicate high satisfaction, highlighting the company's attentiveness, responsiveness, and ability to guide clients through the ghostwriting and proofreading process effectively.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Raymore, MO
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See all 1 projectsBlue Door Marketing offers comprehensive services in Social Media Management and Digital Marketing, including website overhauls and online branding efforts. Reviews highlight the agency's commitment to collaboration, responsiveness, and delivering projects on time, resulting in increased social media engagement for clients. Their small business approach allows for direct communication with leadership, ensuring personalized service.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Berkeley, CA
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NFT Kreator , a Digital Strategy company, was established in 2020. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Decatur, GA
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Carver is an Advertising company. Established in 2019, their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Houston, TX
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Local SEO Buzz is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2018, the team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in Houston, Texas.
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Embark Marketing, a public relations agency, was established in 2010. The firm offers Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Ombre Digital is a New York, New York-based social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Ecommerce Marketing.
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TechMark is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2018, the firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Fort Worth, TX
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Ennova Studio is a mobile app development company. They are based in Fort Worth, Texas and have midsize team. They offer Mobile App Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Highland Park, IL
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See all 1 projectsAfter spending 25 years leading digital transformations at billion-dollar B2B companies like Thermo Fisher Scientific, Crescent Electric and U.S. Electrical Services, Mike Mayer set out on his own
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Founded in 2020, Best POS Restaurant Marketing Agency is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49West Hollywood, CA
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Established in 2022, Wheels Agency is a small social media marketing firm located in West Hollywood, California. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Mixto Creative House is a social media marketing agency. Established in 2021, the agency is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$50,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Culver City, CA
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TVGla is a midsize Advertising company located in Culver City, California. The team focuses on Advertising and Performance Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 United States TikTok Influencer Marketing Companies
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Staten Island, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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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+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Beverly Hills, CA
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Raleigh, NC
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Simsbury, CT
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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United States TikTok Influencer Marketing FAQs
U.S.-based agencies bring on-the-ground creator relationships, cultural fluency across diverse audiences, and real-time knowledge of trends that move fast on TikTok. Just as important, they navigate regulations and platform policies, including FTC endorsement guidelines, brand safety, and usage rights for Spark Ads and whitelisting.
If your focus is the U.S. market—or you need support across hubs like New York, Los Angeles, Austin, Miami, Chicago, and the Bay Area—a domestic team can align strategy, legal, shipping, and measurement with North American standards and retail calendars.
Budgets vary thanks to factors like scope, creator tier, and paid amplification. Based on Clutch’s recent pricing data, costs range:
- Monthly retainers (always-on programs): $7,500 – $40,000+
- Campaign projects (6–12 weeks): $25,000 – $250,000+
- Creator fees per video (ballparks):
- Micro (10k–100k followers): $200 – $2,000
- Mid-tier (100k–1M): $2,000 – $20,000
- Macro/celebrity (1M+): $20,000 – $200,000+
- Paid media (Spark Ads/whitelisting): $5,000 – $50,000+ per campaign
- Add-ons: content production, usage rights, exclusivity, affiliate setup, analytics
Ask agencies to break out creator spend vs. fees vs. media so you can compare apples to apples.
- Consumer brands: beauty, fashion, CPG, food and beverage, home goods, and pet care
- E-commerce/DTC and TikTok Shop enablement
- Technology and apps (gaming, productivity, wellness)
- Entertainment and sports
- Regulated sectors with stricter compliance: healthcare, finance, and alcohol (clear approval flows and disclosures required)
- B2B niches using UGC, creators-as-educators, and paid whitelisting to reach professional audiences
Look for category-specific proof points like GRWM conversions for beauty, recipe content for food, TikTok Shop GMV for DTC, or lift studies for apps and gaming.
- Define outcomes — brand lift, CAC/ROAS, TikTok Shop sales, UGC volume, or creator community building.
- Validate TikTok-native expertise — case studies with watch time, saves/shares, click-through, CPA, and incrementality, not just views.
- Ask about creator sourcing and safety — audience authenticity checks, fraud detection, and process for vetting brand fit.
- Clarify paid strategy — Spark Ads, whitelisting, creative testing, audience targeting, and media budgets.
- Nail down rights and compliance — FTC disclosures, usage windows, exclusivity, and contract terms for content and ads.
- Review workflow and tools — content calendars, approval SLAs, and platforms for creator management and analytics.
Shortlist partners that show test-and-learn rigor, transparent pricing, and clear measurement frameworks. Find leading teams on Clutch and filter the options to match with the ideal team for your needs.
- Guarantees of virality or follower growth
- No FTC disclosure plan or weak brand-safety controls
- One-size-fits-all pricing tied only to follower counts
- Thin reporting focused on vanity metrics without CPA, ROAS, or sales impact
- No plan for Spark Ads/whitelisting or unclear content usage rights
- Limited creator vetting, fake follower risks, or poor payment practices
- Minimal understanding of TikTok Shop, social commerce, or performance integrations
Be vigilant of red flags that can lead to headaches and issues in the future. It’s crucial to identify and avoid these warning signs as early as possible.