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 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Riseable is a social media marketing company. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Vicarious Talent Agency is a social media marketing firm headquartered in Seattle, Washington. They provide Social Media Marketing and Video Production.
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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 - 9Milwaukee, WI
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Social media marketing company Green Onion Creative is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kalispell, MT
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Pineapple Social Media, a Marketing Strategy company, was launched in 2016. Headquartered in Kalispell, Montana, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Oklahoma City, OK
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Coin Creative is an Advertising company. Launched in 2020, the agency is in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Their services include Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9The Woodlands, TX
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William T Cooper is a Market Research company. Founded in 1996, the agency is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. Their team focuses on Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ralston, NE
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Founded in 2015, I Sell Words LLC is a small Ralston, Nebraska-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ellicott City, MD
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NavShi Software (OPC) Ltd, a small social media marketing agency, is in Ellicott City, Maryland. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Troy, MI
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Established in 2017, Be More Digital is a small Troy, Michigan-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pompano Beach, FL
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Launched in 2018, Insightful Analytics, LLC is a Market Research company. The agency focuses on Market Research and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Edina, MN
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INVSTLY is a small Edina, Minnesota-based branding company. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Leadgen Legends, a branding agency, was established in 2017. The agency provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dedham, MA
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Satellite Growth Services is a Marketing Strategy company launched in 2023. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Windsor, NY
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Social media marketing company Sunrise Digital was founded in 2014. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenwich, CT
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P2B FirmBuilders LLC is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Corporate Training & Coaching and are based in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Southfield, MI
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Established in 1995, Wise Digital Marketing LLC is a small social media marketing company. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Columbus, OH
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In Columbus, Ohio, Konetiq is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Morro Bay, CA
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Rock Harbor Marketing, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Morro Bay, California. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monroe, LA
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The Digital People is a SEO services firm. Their small team is located in Monroe, Louisiana. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spring, TX
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Reddell Solutions, an Advertising company, was founded in 2016. Headquartered in Spring, Texas, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Florissant, MO
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BBAT Technologies & Digital Services, LLC is a branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing, and the firm is in Florissant, Missouri.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marquette, MI
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Buzz Advertising Agency is an Advertising company. Their small team is headquartered in Marquette, Michigan. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Durham, NC
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Dental Marketing Experts is a small Marketing Strategy company. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Digital Moxie, a branding company, is located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Launched in 2015, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Destin, FL
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Social media marketing agency FiveChannels was founded in 2007. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and is based in Destin, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Myers, FL
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Red Beard Digital LLC, a PPC agency, was launched in 2018. The company offers Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chattanooga, TN
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8Bend Marketing, LLC is a Chattanooga, Tennessee-based social media marketing agency. Established in 2019, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Navarre, FL
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Founded in 2012, Wise Guyz Marketing, a small social media marketing agency, is in Navarre, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Weston, FL
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Launched in 2016, Blue Swan Strategies is a social media marketing company. Headquartered in Weston, Florida, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lafayette, CA
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Established in 2005, Ability Advertising is a small Lafayette, California-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dunedin, FL
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Founded in 2009, Coastal Clicks is a social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fresno, CA
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Founded in 2007, NewCast Media Group is a small PPC company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Monica, CA
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Social media marketing agency Digital Revenue Media is headquartered in Santa Monica, California. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Eugene, OR
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Mixed Handed Branding is a branding company. Their small team is located in Eugene, Oregon. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Social media marketing agency BridgePact is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Project Ad Ops, LLC, an Advertising company, is located in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2020, the team offers Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pompano Beach, FL
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411 Local Listing, a SEO company, was founded in 2016. They focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sarasota, FL
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Suncoast Web Marketing is a SEO services firm. The Sarasota, Florida-based firm was established in 2014. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Triple A SEO is a SEO services firm. They are based in Orlando, Florida, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Founded in 2015, Site Social SEO is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mesa, AZ
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Founded in 2023, Bizmap LLC, a small social media marketing company, is based in Mesa, Arizona. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gaithersburg, MD
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Hit Me SEO is a social media marketing agency. They were founded in 2010, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vero Beach, FL
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Social media marketing firm Gin & Coffee Marketing Agency was launched in 2018. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Gorilla Digital is a social media marketing company launched in 2023. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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Working The Web To Win is a social media marketing agency. The agency is located in Jacksonville, Florida. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saint Johns, FL
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Based in Saint Johns, Florida, NetViper Interactive Inc. Is a social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization and were established in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Research Triangle Park, NC
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OptSus Marketing is a social media marketing agency headquartered in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina. Launched in 1995, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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Social media marketing agency Interactive Digital Marketing is located in Portland, Oregon. Launched in 2018, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mesa, AZ
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Founded in 2016, Insider Local TV is a Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Branford, CT
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EVisionSEM International is a social media marketing agency headquartered in Branford, Connecticut. Launched in 1998, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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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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$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.