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.
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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 20 projectsCorkboard Concepts is a digital marketing company specializing in Social Media Management and Digital Branding. They are praised for their effective social media strategies and exceptional customer service, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and commitment to client success. Their efforts have notably decreased bounce rates and increased social media engagement, leading to significant growth in audience reach and lead generation.
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Rare Dog Marketing Consultants is a social media marketing company located in West Hartford, Connecticut. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dyer, IN
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Waterpark Marketing is a social media marketing agency. Their small team is based in Dyer, Indiana. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Claremont, CA
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Acme Digital Marketing is a social media marketing firm. They are based in Claremont, California and have small team. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Headquartered in Houston, Texas, The Houston Marketing Agency is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, TN
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Headquartered in Charlotte, Tennessee, Soulweb Advertising is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elk River, MN
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Social Media MN, a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2014. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Koalaty Leads Co. Is a small Denver, Colorado-based social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Elite Focus is a social media marketing firm. They are in Los Angeles, California and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jackson, MS
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Solucru is a small pay per click company located in Jackson, Mississippi and Cape Town, South Africa. Their services include Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Kick The Wind is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is located in Tacoma, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Parkland, FL
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Located in Parkland, Florida, Win Big Marketing is a small social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Established in 2021, WebBiz Solution is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Wivisor is a social media marketing agency. Their team is based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salem, OR
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SolutionsTwoGo is a SEO agency. Their team is based in Salem, Oregon and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Traverse City, MI
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Peak Positions is a social media marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lee's Summit, MO
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Results Vertical Automation is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2017, the firm is headquartered in Lee's Summit, Missouri. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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Established in 2015, Converset Design is a branding agency. The agency specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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GetMIB.com is a data analytics company. The team is located in Scottsdale, Arizona, and their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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In Columbus, Ohio, Perfectly One Marketing, LLC is a small Advertising company. The team offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ellisville, MO
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MineTrove is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2014, the firm is located in Ellisville, Missouri. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Atlanta Digital Marketing is a small social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Traverse City, MI
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Branding company Dune Bear Creative offers Branding and Marketing Strategy. They are based in Traverse City, Michigan.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sanford, NC
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Digital Force SEO LLC is a small social media marketing firm. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedar Park, TX
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TEK SEO is a social media marketing firm. They are located in Cedar Park, Texas and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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E7 Cyber Digital Marketing is an Overland Park, Kansas-based social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frederick, MD
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Frederick Choice Digital is a small Frederick, Maryland-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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The PR Influence is a branding company. Established in 2020, the firm offers Branding and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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See all 12 projectsyellowHEAD is a digital marketing company specializing in Social Media Marketing and App Store optimization. Based on reviews, 100% of clients highlight their professionalism, technical expertise, and effective communication. The company is praised for increasing client traffic and enhancing online reputation while being budget-conscious and responsive to market changes.
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E-commerce development firm 4DX Digital Consulting is in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Dover, Delaware. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Arlington, TX
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Click Media Lab is a Digital Strategy company headquartered in Markham, Canada and Toronto, Canada. They provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Market Operations LLC is a small Miami, Florida-based SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Team X Pro is an user experience design company. Their small team of employees is based in Karachi, Pakistan and Stockton, California. Their team focuses on UX/UI Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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MessageKey is a branding agency. Their small team is located in Scottsdale, Arizona and specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing. The agency was established in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grass Valley, CA
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Thumbler, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2012. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy and is based in Grass Valley, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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The Upside Geeks is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2021, the agency offers Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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Xero Start is a SEO services firm. They are in Overland Park, Kansas, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Munster, IN
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Based in Munster, Indiana, All Access Advertising LLC is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Small SEO agency JVMEDIAWEB, is located in Los Angeles, California. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Video Production.
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Streetmarc Advertising & Marketing, LLC is an Advertising company. Founded in 2004, the firm is in Westport, Connecticut. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Small branding company ariMarketing, is in Duluth, Georgia. The team focuses on Branding and Content Marketing.
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VINIO Marketing is a social media marketing agency founded in 2023. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Bizmap LLC is a SEO company. Headquartered in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, their small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The firm was founded in 2017.
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Public relations firm Evolv Mgmt was founded in 2020. The team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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Digital Focus Web, a small SEO services firm, is headquartered in Vancouver, Washington and Kushtia, Bangladesh. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing company Digital Dream Works LLC provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2024.
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Totesmarketingseo is a media planning and buying agency. Their small team is located in Vilas, North Carolina. Their team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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DIGITAL RVM, an Advertising company, was founded in 2010. The team specializes in Advertising and Digital Strategy and is located in Mundelein, Illinois.
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Fabric Incubator is a branding firm. Based in Tempe, Arizona, the firm was launched in 2016. Their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Launched in 2022, ITcity Digital Marketing Agency is a Marketing Strategy company. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Troy, Alabama.
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Apex Marketing Team, LLC. Is a Content Marketing company. They are headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi, and their services include Content Marketing and Branding.
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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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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fishers, IN
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37.9/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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35/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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36.2/40.018.2/20 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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39.5/40.020/20 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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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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33.3/40.013.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Montréal, Canada
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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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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New Orleans, LA
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36.9/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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37.7/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sioux City, IA
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37.6/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 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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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34.6/40.017.8/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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36.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Idaho Falls, ID
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35/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Raleigh, NC
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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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
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.