Top TikTok Advertising Agencies in the United States
TikTok’s meteoric rise has made it a must-have channel for brands—from Silicon Valley startups to legacy retailers on New York’s Madison Avenue. Finding the right partner, however, can be daunting.
Clutch simplifies the search by collecting in-depth client reviews, verifying work samples, and ranking U.S. agencies that excel at creative content, influencer coordination, and ROI-driven paid campaigns. Use our filters for budget, industry, or state to zero in on teams with experience in tech hubs like San Francisco, entertainment capitals such as Los Angeles, or fast-growing markets like Austin. Start browsing and connect with a TikTok specialist that fits your goals and timeline.
- Explore the global directory of Top TikTok Advertising Companies
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See all 2 projectsViral Nation is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, influencer management, and Social Media Campaigns. Reviewers frequently commend their organization, flexibility, and ability to consistently surpass targets. With 100% positive feedback, clients highlight their strategic approach to influencer campaigns and effective communication, making them a reliable choice for managing and executing complex social media strategies.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
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See all 21 projectsCorkboard Concepts is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management, online branding, and digital marketing strategies. With 100% positive feedback, clients praise their ability to enhance engagement, generate leads, and build brand awareness. The team is commended for their responsiveness, professionalism, and personalized approach, integrating seamlessly with clients' operations to achieve marketing goals effectively.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madison, WI
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Piston Mfg. Ad Agency is a social media marketing agency. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, their small team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was launched in 2004.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milton, DE
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Chebem Digital Agency is a small Milton, Delaware-based Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Content Writing Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Stackrabbit is an Advertising company. They provide Advertising and Media Planning & Buying and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Loganville, GA
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Faithworks Marketing, a web design agency, is headquartered in Loganville, Georgia. Founded in 2021, the team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kennewick, WA
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One Click SEO is a social media marketing firm established in 2014. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Dig & Dig, a social media marketing agency, was established in 2023. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49St. Augustine, FL
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See all 19 projectsBlu Edge marketing agency is a digital marketing firm specializing in Social Media Management, Online Branding, and Social Media Strategy. Their comprehensive services have earned consistently positive feedback, with approximately 90% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism, adaptability, and effective communication. Clients commend Blu Edge for creating strong brand identities and improving online engagement, with one client noting a 2,300-follower increase on Instagram within a year.
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Headquartered in Winnipeg, Canada and New York, New York, Forward Media is a branding agency. Founded in 2017, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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See all 1 projectsdeagency provides comprehensive branding services, including creating brand images, logos, colors, social media presets, and guidelines. Clients commend deagency for its personable customer service, timely delivery, and ability to align with the client's vision and values, often exceeding expectations. Overall, deagency is praised for the value they offer and the positive impact on clients’ businesses.
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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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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Hearts & Science is a media planning & buying company established in 2016. The team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Torrance, CA
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See all 10 projectsRHILLANE Marketing Digital specializes in Social Media Management, online branding, and digital marketing services, including creating and managing social media ad campaigns. Across various reviews, clients consistently praised their timely responses, adaptability, and strategic approach, resulting in notable improvements such as increased sales, social media followers, and enhanced ad engagement.
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Community Boost is a social media marketing agency. Launched in 2012, the firm is located in San Diego, California. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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Vidsy is a social media marketing company established in 2015. The midsize team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Newburgh, IN
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Established in 2016, VIV is a midsize Advertising company located in Newburgh, Indiana. Their team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Best Micro Solutions is a social media marketing agency launched in 2022. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Claymont, DE
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Zita Marketing is a branding agency. Launched in 2011, the firm specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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Advertising company DGO pp&mkt was established in 2016. The team provides Advertising and Branding and is located in Miami, Florida and Sao Paulo, Brazil.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Emeryville, CA
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DemandWave is an Advertising company launched in 2004. In Emeryville, California, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Covington, LA
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POLA Marketing is a SEO agency. The firm is in Covington, Louisiana. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Hearst Bay Area is an Advertising company. In San Francisco, California, their team specializes in Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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Demand Machine, a social media marketing company, is located in Alpharetta, Georgia. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gap, PA
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Marketing Strategy company LifeX Marketing was established in 2016. Located in Gap, Pennsylvania, the team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Vertex Visibility is a social media marketing agency. The agency is located in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greensboro, NC
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Founded in 2015, EmberTribe is a social media marketing firm. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carlsbad, CA
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Launched in 2011, Stak Agency is a branding company. The company offers Branding and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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Limitless Marketing Network is an Advertising company. Their small team of employees is located in Gilbert, Arizona. Their team offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Go Big LA is a small social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Online Situation Academy, a social media marketing company, is in Brooklyn, New York. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Blockchain Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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Top Tier Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and the agency is based in Portland, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Deerfield Beach, FL
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Small social media marketing company Global Quality Marketing Digital Marketing Agency, is in Deerfield Beach, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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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 - 9Washington, UT
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Established in 2017, Good Eye Kid is an Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Latrobe, PA
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Headspace Media is a branding company. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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Social media marketing company S.B. Marketing Inc. Was founded in 2007. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9The Woodlands, TX
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Launched in 2015, Springwood Marketing is a branding agency. Their team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Wynter Consulting Group is a Business Consulting company. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, the agency focuses on Business Consulting and Social Media Marketing.
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Based in Orangevale, California, InfoStar Productions LLC. Is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Digital Consulting Services, LLC. Is a social media marketing firm. They are located in Englewood, Colorado. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Matrimont is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and the firm is headquartered in Front Royal, Virginia.
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Launched in 2014, The Blocks Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Northern Attitude Creative, a branding company, is located in Portland, Maine. Their services include Branding and Audio Production.
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Meyers Enterprises is a social media marketing agency. The Hoisington, Kansas-based team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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The Copy Cartel, a Content Writing Services company, was founded in 2020. The team focuses on Content Writing Services and Social Media Marketing.
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Studio/D is a public relations agency founded in 2013. The team offers Public Relations and Market Research and is located in St. Louis, Missouri.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Petoskey, MI
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Located in Petoskey, Michigan, Social Guru 4 You is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Sonority Group, LLC is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and are headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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Alpyne Strategy, LLC is a small SEO services firm established in 2019. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Made Possible Creative, a small SEO company, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Greenwich Township, New Jersey. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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List of the Top 15 United States TikTok Advertising Services
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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39.6/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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36.7/40.018.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Towson, MD
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34.4/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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36.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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38.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sioux City, IA
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38.2/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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32.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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31.5/40.017.2/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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38.5/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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33.1/40.013.6/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$250,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lake Oswego, OR
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30.8/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LA
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36.4/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Idaho Falls, ID
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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38.9/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Social Media Marketing10% Tik Tok Advertising90% Other
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United States TikTok Advertising Agency FAQs
Working with a domestic team offers strategic benefits that remote service providers may not provide, mainly:
- Real-time collaboration across U.S. time zones
- Firsthand knowledge of stateside pop culture, slang, and regulatory rules (e.g., COPPA, FTC influencer guidelines)
- Access to TikTok’s U.S. brand partner managers for beta features and creative support
If your campaign targets American Gen Z or millennial buyers, a local agency can localize humor and cultural cues that resonate from coast to coast.
Budgets vary widely when hiring an experienced US-based TikTok advertising agency. Based on Clutch pricing data, clients can expect:
- Starter package with basic creative and media: $3,000 – $7,000/month
- Mid-tier retainers that include influencer fees and weekly content drops: $10,000 – $25,000/month
- Enterprise-level campaigns with cross-channel strategy: $30,000+/month
Most local agencies charge a blend of flat creative fees plus a 10% – 20% ad-spend management fee. Always ask for clarity on content revisions and usage rights before signing.
Thanks to TikTok’s diverse audience, American TikTok advertising agencies work across a wide spectrum of markets, including:
- Beauty, fashion, and CPG
- Mobile gaming and consumer apps
- Food and beverage, especially quick-service restaurants
- Education and ed-tech
- Fintech and personal finance
- B2B SaaS (thought-leadership clips, employer branding)
Niche players exist too—some U.S. shops focus solely on DTC wellness brands or entertainment releases.
Start by defining the specific KPIs and objectives of your project (e.g., CPA under $2, 3M views). Create a list of criteria to guide your search, then:
- Shortlist vetted agencies with strong case studies in your vertical.
- Review Clutch profiles for verified client feedback on creative quality and communication.
- Request a channel audit or sample storyboard to gauge strategic thinking.
- Confirm if they handle both organic trends and paid amplification.
- Verify their reporting stack—look for real-time dashboards, not weekly spreadsheets.
A paid discovery sprint (2–4 weeks) can be a low-risk way to test chemistry before a long-term retainer. If you’re still on the fence about your choices, take advantage of the resources and filters available on Clutch to cut through the clutter.
Red flags should never be ignored; underestimating them can lead to troublesome setbacks down the line. When searching for the ideal partner, watch out for:
- Guaranteed viral view counts—TikTok’s algorithm makes that impossible to promise.
- Lack of platform certifications or absent TikTok Partner status.
- One-size-fits-all pricing with no mention of ad-spend thresholds.
- Outsourcing all production overseas without transparency— this may cause slower feedback loops.
- Reporting limited to vanity metrics (likes, followers) instead of conversions or ROAS.
If an agency can’t explain how creative, targeting, and spend interact to drive revenue, keep looking.