Top Social Media Marketing Companies in the United States
Social media is where U.S. audiences discover, research, and judge brands, so a good social media marketing agency does far more than post. U.S. agencies handle organic strategy and content, community management, paid social advertising across Meta, TikTok, and beyond, and influencer partnerships, tying it all to real goals like engagement, leads, and sales. It's a deep, competitive market spanning B2C and B2B, with specialists for every platform and audience.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 14 projectsFresh Content Society is a social media management company specializing in social media marketing, online branding, and digital marketing services. They consistently receive high praise, with over 95% of reviews highlighting their efficiency, expertise in social media strategy, and ability to deliver positive results, such as increased engagement and follower growth. Reviewers frequently commend their understanding of client needs and adaptability to various industries.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 371 projectsDisruptive Advertising is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, Paid Advertising, and Digital Branding services. The company demonstrates strong expertise in generating high-quality leads and improving ROI, with 100% of reviews highlighting their effective communication and responsiveness. Approximately 20% of reviews mention their strategic approach to social media campaigns, while their focus on aligning with client values and providing personalized service is consistently praised.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 72 projectsSociallyin is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media marketing strategies, including social media management, advertising, and online branding. Across reviews, 100% of clients praised their project management and creative storytelling combined with data-driven optimizations. Approximately 50% noted improved engagement and conversions, highlighting Sociallyin's ability to effectively elevate brand presence and social media campaign efficiency.
$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 5 projectsIron Roots is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media management and strategy, online branding, and social media advertising. Reviewers consistently praise their strategic insights and timely project delivery, resulting in increased engagement and growth in online presence. Impressively, 100% of reviewers noted their responsive communication, and over 80% highlighted Iron Roots' proactive and collaborative approach.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Killeen, TX
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KDH Digital Services is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2012, the team provides Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fargo, ND
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Scott Digital Marketing, a Content Marketing company, provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing. The agency is in Fargo, North Dakota.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 13 projectsSocial House, Inc. is a social media marketing agency specializing in Social Media Strategy, Social Media Advertising, and Online Branding. Across various reviews, clients praise the company for its impressive content creation, strategic insights, and ability to drive engagement. 100% of the reviewers commend their project management, timely delivery, and responsiveness, highlighting their effective communication and creativity in producing on-brand, engaging content.
$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a digital marketing agency specializing in Social Media Marketing, providing services such as social media advertising, digital branding, and campaign management. Across reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction, highlighting their strategic insight and project management excellence. A notable 60% commend their attention to detail and consultative approach, with multiple reviews praising the team's responsiveness and adaptability to client needs.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 18 projectsOnline Optimism is a dynamic digital marketing agency with a focus on social media management, social marketing, and digital branding. The company is praised for its creativity, responsiveness, and adaptability, consistently delivering high-quality content and social media strategies that enhance brand recognition and audience engagement. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their professional and proactive communication, with many noting their ability to tailor campaigns to specific needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, NC
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Impact Media Solutions, LLC is a Content Marketing company. They provide Content Marketing and Graphic Design and were founded in 2010. The company is in Wilmington, North Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Park City, UT
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Barking Frog SEO, a SEO services firm, provide Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy. They were established in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rexburg, ID
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Based in Rexburg, Idaho and Idaho Falls, Idaho, Barton Consulting, LLC is an Email Marketing company. They focus on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2007.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pocatello, ID
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ISJ Media is a small Content Marketing company. Founded in 2014, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lincoln, NE
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Market the Metro, an Advertising company, is based in Lincoln, Nebraska. Founded in 2018, the team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Abilene, TX
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Act Marketing & Advertising is an Advertising company. Founded in 1999, the company is based in Abilene, Texas. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berkeley, CA
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Launched in 2006, Two Hats Consulting is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Blue Oxford Marketing, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 2015. Located in Houston, Texas, the team provides Content Marketing and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Green Bay, WI
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Packerland Websites is a small Content Marketing company headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Their services include Content Marketing and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salem, MA
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Branding agency OctoCog Marketing & Design was established in 2015. The team provides Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portsmouth, NH
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Red Leaf Development is an e-commerce development firm. In Portsmouth, New Hampshire, the team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rehoboth Beach, DE
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Located in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, Mercadeo Consulting, LLC is a Corporate Photography company. Their services include Corporate Photography and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Flower Mound, TX
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Launched in 2004, Brandnu Marketing is a branding firm. The small team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Omaha, NE
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David Shaul is a web design company. Based in Omaha, Nebraska, the company was established in 2016. Their team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Cultiv8 Creative, a graphic design company, was launched in 2017. Located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the team specializes in Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Woodbury, MN
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St. Paul Marketing Team Inc. Is a social media marketing firm. Based in Woodbury, Minnesota, the agency was founded in 2011. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Corporate Photography.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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LR3 Consulting is a branding agency. Founded in 2012, the team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design. The firm is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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Go Social- communications firm is a Content Marketing company. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky and Denver, Colorado, the agency provides Content Marketing and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Decatur, IL
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YCN Media is a branding agency. The team is headquartered in Decatur, Illinois, and their services include Branding and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Buffalo, MN
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Red Technologies is a social media marketing company. They were founded in 2009, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9El Paso, TX
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Evolve7 Digital Marketing is a SEO agency in El Paso, Texas. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Slidell, LA
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DEAN Knows is a SEO services firm. The Slidell, Louisiana-based agency was founded in 2013. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Middleton, ID
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Alpha Rise Consulting, a small Business Consulting company, is based in Middleton, Idaho. Their services include Business Consulting and Mobile & App Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Laredo, TX
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GrowLaredo is an Event Marketing company. Established in 2016, their team focuses on Event Marketing and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedar Park, TX
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Internet Guru Girl is a SEO company. Headquartered in Cedar Park, Texas, the agency was founded in 2009. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Idaho Falls, ID
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Brandz13 is a small Logo company in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Their services include Logo and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Integrity Marketing & Consulting is a small Content Marketing company located in Houston, Texas. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9McKinney, TX
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SEO One is a Conversion Optimization company. The team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click and is headquartered in McKinney, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Priest River, ID
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Crescent Moon Design Studio, a Content Marketing company, offer Content Marketing and Graphic Design. They were established in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Durham, NC
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Founded in 2014, Oak City Technology is a small Durham, North Carolina-based Content Marketing company. Their team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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First Draft Marketing LLC is a CRM consulting and SI company established in 2016. The agency offers CRM consulting and SI and Public Relations, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hood River, OR
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Locus Interactive is an e-commerce development firm. They were established in 2003, and their services include E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Headquartered in Eugene, Oregon, Get Found, LLC is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Founded in 2009, MindStream Creative, Inc. Is a small Bend, Oregon-based branding agency. Their team offers Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Empirical Theory is an Email Marketing company. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, their small team specializes in Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy. The firm was founded in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Providence, RI
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Mega is a branding firm. Based in Providence, Rhode Island, the firm was founded in 2017. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newport, RI
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Moonbird Studios is a web design company. They are in Newport, Rhode Island, and their services include Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glendale, CO
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Mcgregor+graham Advertising Agency, an Advertising company, was founded in 2012. The team offers Advertising and Branding and is in Glendale, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Peri Marketing & Public Relations, Inc. Is a branding agency. The Denver, Colorado-based agency provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sherwood, OR
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Run Spot Run Media is a Content Marketing company headquartered in Sherwood, Oregon. They specialize in Content Marketing and Graphic Design and were founded in 1999.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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All Stages Marketing, LLC, a graphic design agency, focuses on Graphic Design and Pay Per Click. The firm is based in Portland, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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2-Story is a Marketing Strategy company. Established in 1994, their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bend, OR
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Branding agency Version-X Branding offers Branding and Event Marketing. They are based in Bend, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 2017, ba.agency is a small Atlanta, Georgia-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Executive Marketing Company is a small Advertising company in Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marlborough, MA
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Jaguar Media Solutions and Consulting, Inc is a small Content Marketing company launched in 2011. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Loveland, CO
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Fyn Public Relations is an Event Marketing company. Located in Loveland, Colorado, the company was launched in 2011. Their team specializes in Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vail, CO
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Peeples Ink PR, Ltd. Is an Event Marketing company located in Vail, Colorado. The team offers Event Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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List of the Top 15 United States Social Media Marketing Agencies
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chattanooga, TN
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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37.6/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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36.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Staten Island, NY
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37/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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38.9/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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37.8/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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34.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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34.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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34/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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33.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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33.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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37.5/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 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 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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32.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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39.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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35.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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37.8/40.018.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iowa City, IA
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32.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Westlake Village, CA
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34.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Towson, MD
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33.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 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+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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33.4/40.016/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sioux City, IA
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37.9/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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30.9/40.016.6/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 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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U.S. Social Media Marketing FAQs
A U.S.-based social media marketing agency plans and runs your presence across social platforms. These dedicated teams essentially tailor their strategies to help their clients improve their online visibility, offering services such as:
- Social strategy
- Content creation and scheduling
- Community management
- Paid social advertising (e.g., Meta, TikTok, LinkedIn, and others)
- Influencer partnerships
- Analytics and reporting
It’s worth noting that some agencies focus on organic content, while others focus on paid performance, and many do both. Make sure to directly ask the agency to ensure they specialize in services you need.
American social media marketing agencies understand domestic platform trends, audience behavior, and cultural context. Crucially, these teams directly work in your time zone, which matters for social's fast, reactive pace. For content and campaigns aimed at U.S. audiences, that cultural fluency is what makes posts land rather than fall flat.
Outline your project’s parameters — everything from scope and objectives to requirements and constraints. Then, match the agency to your need- organic content, paid performance, or influencer- and look for verified reviews and results on your key platforms and in your sector.
Ask how they measure success (engagement and follower growth are fine, but leads and revenue matter more) and who creates the content. Shortlist two or three firms on Clutch and compare their work to better gauge which is the right partner for your brand.
Be cautious of social media marketing agencies chasing vanity metrics over business outcomes, buying followers or fake engagement, unable to show relevant results, or being vague about who creates content and how paid budgets are managed. Real social growth comes from strategy and content, so any hint of bought metrics is a warning sign.