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 - 9Providence, RI
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Infinity Consulting Agency LLC is a Business Consulting company. The agency is in Providence, Rhode Island. Their services include Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bettendorf, IA
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Krieg Consulting Group is a social media marketing company. Their team is located in Bettendorf, Iowa. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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 - 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 - 9Hot Springs, AR
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Social media marketing firm Webmonster was launched in 1998. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is based in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fayetteville, AR
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Grassfire Digital Marketing, a social media marketing agency, is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ojai, CA
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Tribal Core is a SEO agency. Located in Ojai, California, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexander, AR
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Lingo Digital is a social media marketing company. Founded in 2015, the company offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbia, MD
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Webla Solutions is a social media marketing agency. The Columbia, Maryland-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Augusta, GA
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Established in 2019, SEODecode is a SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Henderson, NV
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M Lee Web is a SEO agency established in 2016. Headquartered in Henderson, Nevada, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Jose, CA
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Website SEO Today is a SEO services firm. They are headquartered in San Jose, California and have small team. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mountain View, CA
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WK Online Marketing is a social media marketing company. The team is in Mountain View, California, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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SeenSEO Marketing Agency is a small Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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Social media marketing company DealWay Global Solution LLC was established in 2022. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portsmouth, NH
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Objective Marketing is a social media marketing company headquartered in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Founded in 2000, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Willow, AK
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Qubit Web Solutions is a web design agency established in 2013. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Media Group Marketing is a SEO services firm. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the company was founded in 2020. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, NH
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Clients Website Company is a social media marketing firm. The small Springfield, New Hampshire-based team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was launched in
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Englewood, CO
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Foxborough, MA
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Digital Strategy company OpenVine Web Solutions, Inc. Was established in 2002. The agency provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York City, NY
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Marketing Samurai LLC, a social media marketing agency, provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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In New York, New York, Get Me SEO, LLC is a social media marketing agency. Founded in 2009, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Two Harbors, MN
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Breakwall Digital is a social media marketing agency. In Two Harbors, Minnesota, the company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eden Prairie, MN
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Small social media marketing agency My Digital Agents, is headquartered in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frenchtown, MT
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Personal SEO, a small SEO agency, is based in Frenchtown, Montana and Marysville, Washington. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Social media marketing firm Main Street Media 360 was established in 2011. Located in Denver, Colorado, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melville, NY
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Black Kite Marketing, Inc. Is a SEO services firm. The Melville, New York-based firm was established in 2022. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greeley, CO
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Located in Greeley, Colorado, DaGama Digital Marketing Agency is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sandy, UT
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Established in 2017, 10ZING Digital is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Milltown, NJ
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Based in Milltown, New Jersey, Sisbro Innovation is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Harrisonburg, VA
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GFW Digital Media Services is a small SEO company. Established in 2018, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Front Royal, VA
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9York, PA
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MFG Empire is a small social media marketing agency located in York, Pennsylvania. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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ThinkBox312 is a social media marketing company. They are based in Chicago, Illinois, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Launched in 2009, Ad ROI Marketing is an Advertising company. Located in Las Vegas, Nevada, the team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Div Digital is a social media marketing company. They were launched in 2016, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mobile, AL
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Lotus Flower Media is a social media marketing firm. The Mobile, Alabama-based firm was launched in 2022. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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WebNet International, Inc. Is a social media marketing company. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama and Pensacola, Florida, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chandler, AZ
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Ideafarm is a Marketing Strategy company. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the agency was established in 2009. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hampden, ME
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DD + Co., a Marketing Strategy company, is in Hampden, Maine. Launched in 2017, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Bath, ME
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Mill Cove Partners, LLC is a social media marketing agency based in West Bath, Maine. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Merriam, KS
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Branding agency Circle Sideways is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Osceola, IN
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24 Social Marketing, a public relations firm, was launched in 2017. The company focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hoisington, KS
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sharon, MA
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Build You Marketing is a social media marketing agency. Their small team is in Sharon, Massachusetts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belmont, MA
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Hayley Denker Marketing, LLC is a branding firm. They are in Belmont, Massachusetts and have small team. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9St. Louis, MO
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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 - 9Brookline, MA
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Right Relations is a small Brookline, Massachusetts-based public relations company. Their services include Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Launched in 2022, The Luxury Wordsmith™️ is a social media marketing company. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing, and is small.
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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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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cary, NC
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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 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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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.