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 372 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.
$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.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 73 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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Fischer Software is a website development company. They are headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and have small team. Their team provides Web Development 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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$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.
$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.
$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 - 9Prospect, KY
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11Path Media is a small SEO company headquartered in Prospect, Kentucky. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Lansing, MI
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East Lansing Media, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2021. The company focuses on 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 - 9Fairfax, VA
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AJ Tatum Digital is a social media marketing company. They are located in Fairfax, Virginia and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Marlborough, MA
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Founded in 2018, mhcDesign, LLC is a small Digital Strategy company located in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 9 projectsinBeat Agency is a digital marketing firm specializing in influencer marketing and user-generated content creation. Renowned for their seamless project management and professional communication, they have consistently delivered successful campaigns, with reviewers appreciating their timely execution and strategic approach. Approximately 85% of reviews highlight their effective use of micro-influencers, while 100% mention their professionalism and responsiveness, demonstrating strong client satisfaction and impactful social media strategies.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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Based in Birmingham, Alabama, Lawyers Writing for Lawyers is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Watertown, CT
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Social media marketing firm Canilla Creative was founded in 2018. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click and is in Watertown, Connecticut.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Sabrina Wottreng Public Relations is a branding firm launched in 2016. Their team specializes in Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ammon, ID
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Nuvue Marketing, Inc. Is a small social media marketing company founded in 2018. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9York, PA
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Sing2Me Multimedia Design is a social media marketing company. The small York, Pennsylvania-based team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design. The agency was founded in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Guilford, CT
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Barrett Advertising etc., llc is a Guilford, Connecticut-based social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Branding agency Saltshine Creative is in Honolulu, Hawaii. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Bend, IN
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Venture Pilot is a social media marketing company. The South Bend, Indiana-based firm was founded in 2022. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boise, ID
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Sunrise Virtual Assistant Services is a social media marketing agency located in Boise, Idaho. They offer Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Muncie, IN
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Fox Marketing Group, a social media marketing agency, specializes in Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design. The agency is located in Muncie, Indiana.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Small social media marketing firm Seocorp, is headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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 - 9Lehi, UT
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Write Brand Marketing is a branding agency. Their team is in Lehi, Utah and provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chesterfield, MO
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Cohesion., a branding firm, was launched in 1999. The team provides Branding and Public Relations and is headquartered in Chesterfield, Missouri.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Falls Church, VA
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Swtch, a branding company, is headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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YouthMonk is a small social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rainier, WA
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Social media marketing company Three Girls Media, Inc. Was established in 2005. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing and is in Rainier, Washington.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tacoma, WA
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Founded in 2017, Website Content Writers is a small web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bozeman, MT
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Social media marketing company Johnson Services, LLC. Was founded in 2011. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Metuchen, NJ
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Beauty anthologie is a Metuchen, New Jersey-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding and were founded in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Santa Fe, NM
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Odza Consults is a social media marketing agency. They are in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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V Media Group is a media planning & buying company. Located in Louisville, Kentucky, the team focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nicholasville, KY
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WebVision Multimedia is a branding company. They are located in Nicholasville, Kentucky and have small team. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frankfort, KY
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Five Oaks Communications, LLC, an Advertising company, is located in Frankfort, Kentucky. The team provides Advertising and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bowling Green, KY
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Slice Legal Marketing, LLC is a small Bowling Green, Kentucky-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jamison, PA
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PR agency Debbie Goetz Media Connections, LLC was founded in 2010. The firm provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
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Blake Media Companies is a social media marketing firm. They are based in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey and have small team. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Honolulu, HI
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Branding agency WolfeSound Media is based in Honolulu, Hawaii. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 1995.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Emarcom is a social media marketing firm. They were founded in 1998 and focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carlsbad, CA
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Illuminous Marketing, Inc. Is a SEO company established in 2012. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Haymarket, VA
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Branding company Elevate It Now® focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing. They are located in Haymarket, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakeland, FL
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Social media marketing company Thryve Marketing is located in Lakeland, Florida. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Coral Gables, FL
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Small branding company The Branded Collective, is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chester Springs, PA
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Founded in 2023, Rx4Marketing is a small social media marketing agency. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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TechGenie Marketing, LLC is a social media marketing company. They are located in New York, New York and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomington, MN
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Founded in 2016, Two Marketers is a social media marketing agency. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mountain Lakes, NJ
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Span Marketing Solutions is a social media marketing firm. They are headquartered in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Augusta, GA
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Nine Five One is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were launched in 2006. The company is headquartered in Augusta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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ToriStar Media, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2010. The company specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Johns Creek, GA
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Founded in 2006, Expert Maker Media is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Linx Media is a branding company. The Chicago, Illinois-based agency was founded in 2003. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carpentersville, IL
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Founded in 2023, BERG MKTG is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Phenix7 Mktg, Inc., a Market Research company, is in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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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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$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+$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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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38.7/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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33.8/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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33.5/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 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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$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+$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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$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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$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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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 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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31.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 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 - 49Towson, MD
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33.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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31.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Spokane, WA
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34.4/40.016/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Centennial, CO
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34.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 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.