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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Augustine, FL
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See all 19 projectsBlu Edge marketing agency specializes in digital marketing services, including social media management, branding, and website development. The agency receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with 100% of clients praising its professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to adapt to client needs. Approximately 80% of reviewers highlight Blu Edge's social media marketing expertise and strategic approach to enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Elmsford, NY
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See all 1 projectsFirst Digital Agency offers specialized SEO and digital marketing services, focusing on growing clients’ online presence on Google and social media. Reviews highlight the agency's dedication, effective communication, and ability to deliver quality results promptly, with clients noting significant increases in website sales and overall satisfaction with their performance.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redondo Beach, CA
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Art of Next is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is in Taipei, Taiwan and Redondo Beach, California and offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company was launched in
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Established in 2014, Atwill Media is a social media marketing company. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arcadia, CA
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EcomPlus is a small branding agency. They focus on Branding and Pay Per Click and were established in 2017.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Casper, WY
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See all 1 projectsBécanvas Creative Agency offers a range of digital marketing services, including social media marketing, SEO optimization, and online branding. Their reviews highlight a strong emphasis on strategic, data-driven approaches to enhance online presence and achieve success. Clients praise their systematic project management and impressive organization, leading to increased social media engagement and improved conversion rates.
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Digital Voices is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2017, the agency offers Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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See all 6 projectsRender Results- Out of Business was a versatile web development and SEO company known for delivering high-quality and professional websites with advanced technology and excellent customer service. Their client feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviews praising their efficiency, responsiveness, and affordability. Clients noted the company's capacity to meet demands promptly and were particularly impressed with their comprehensive solutions and effective communication.
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Social media marketing firm iData Consultant was founded in 2018. In Boston, Massachusetts, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Small social media marketing firm Rescue Marketing, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Diego, CA
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Neil Patel Digital India, a small SEO company, is in Bengaluru, India and San Diego, California. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Established in 2012, Huble Digital is a Marketing Strategy company. The midsize team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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See all 2 projectsDigital Otters offers comprehensive digital marketing and social media management services, including SEO, PPC campaigns, content creation, and website development. Reviews highlight their expertise, strong project management, and tailored strategies, leading to notable improvements in ROI, brand awareness, and online engagement. Clients consistently commend their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver measurable business growth.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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Further is a Market Research company. Established in 2004, the company is in Atlanta, Georgia and City of London, England. Their team focuses on Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Haven, CT
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Response is an Advertising company. Launched in 2002, the team focuses on Advertising and Branding. The firm is based in New Haven, Connecticut.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pleasanton, CA
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Purple Cow Agency, a social media marketing firm, is located in Pleasanton, California and Cebu City, Philippines. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Located in Los Angeles, California, Workprint is a video production agency. Their services include Video Production and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salt Lake City, UT
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Elle Marketing And Events, a branding firm, is in Salt Lake City, Utah. Established in 2009, the team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Digital SEO Inc is a social media marketing agency. Launched in 2005, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Raving Fan, a small Advertising company, is located in Phoenix, Arizona. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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SIG Digital is a SEO company. They are in Louisville, Kentucky, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Washington, KY
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Sonus Digital, a branding company, is located in Mount Washington, Kentucky. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Appleton, WI
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Hotfire Creative is an Advertising company founded in 2021. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maricopa, AZ
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The Wizard Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Maricopa, Arizona and Algonquin, Illinois. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2019.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9El Paso, TX
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Phidev Digital Marketing is a web development firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in El Paso, Texas. Their team offers Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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Sales Outsourcing company Traffick Digital Medi is located in Louisville, Kentucky. They offer Sales Outsourcing and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2019.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Windsor, CA
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Small social media marketing company Mysty Stewart Communications, is based in Windsor, California. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Make One Agency is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising and is in Los Angeles, California.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Burlington, NJ
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Marketing Sprouts Agency, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2021. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is headquartered in Burlington, New Jersey.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Victoria, TX
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Juvios is a Victoria, Texas-based social media marketing firm. Launched in 2022, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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In Tampa, Florida and Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Enginecy is a small web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boston, MA
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Social media marketing agency Tier 11 specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click. They were founded in 2008.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 1 projectsVDALO provides comprehensive digital marketing services, including Social Media Marketing, PPC Management, and website management for e-commerce. Their clients consistently highlight effective project management, timely delivery, and significant improvements in website sales and traffic, indicating strong proficiency in online branding and social media management.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Downey, CA
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Midsize Advertising company Float Media House, is in Downey, California. Their services include Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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SLI Studios is a small social media marketing company located in Miami Beach, Florida. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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See all 2 projectsOKAD Agency is a creative studio helping B2B and B2C brands stand out, communicate clearly, and stay memorable. We specialize in web design, branding, content creation, and lead generation, blending
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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The Coronation Group is a social media marketing firm. The team is in Brooklyn, New York, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Madison, AL
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Based in Madison, Alabama, 3 Paths Marketing is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and were launched in 2021.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Savannah, GA
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Fiction Films GmbH, a video production agency, was established in 2002. The firm focuses on Video Production and Broadcast Video.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sudbury, MA
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See all 1 projectsRed Javelin Communications, Inc. - Out of Business was a messaging and branding company that provided comprehensive brand and messaging strategies, including full web copy. Reviewers highlight their exceptional process blending creativity with strategic insight, with 100% positive feedback emphasizing their effectiveness and understanding of client needs. No areas for improvement were noted.
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Launch Commerce is a branding company. Founded in 1997, the team focuses on Branding and Email Marketing. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Miami Beach, FL
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Latin Made is a social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing and were launched in 2021. The agency is in Miami Beach, Florida.
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Modern Foundation is a Market Research company based in Wayzata, Minnesota. They focus on Market Research and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Richardson, TX
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Marion Relationship Marketing is a website development firm. The Richardson, Texas-based firm was founded in 2019. Their team provides Web Development and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Weston, CT
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Shared Audiences is a PPC agency. The team is located in Weston, Connecticut, and their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jersey City, NJ
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Brandywiz is a social media marketing firm. Their small team is in Jersey City, New Jersey. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 35 projectsViha Digital Commerce is a web development company specializing in eCommerce solutions, with services including Shopify redesigns, Magento upgrades, and custom integrations. Feedback from reviews is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% noting timely delivery and professionalism. Clients frequently commend their cost-effective solutions, comprehensive service offerings, and exceptional communication, with 87% highlighting these attributes specifically.
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Markimist is a Dhaka, Bangladesh-based SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Manassas, VA
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Reef Digital is a Digital Strategy company. They are based in Manassas, Virginia and have small team. They focus on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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UxSquare is a branding agency. The small New Delhi, India-based team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm was established in 2020.
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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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36.7/40.020/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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.