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.
Clutch connects you with social media marketing agencies in the United States vetted through verified client reviews, so you can compare strategy, creative, and results before you hire. Use the filters below to narrow by budget, industry, and team size, or explore related directories:
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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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Kuleana Design is a branding company. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the agency was established in 2005. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Done Collective is a web design company. Founded in 2010, the agency is in Alexandria, Virginia. Their team provides Web Design and Graphic Design.
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Apex, NC
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DunnTek is a web design company. The Apex, North Carolina-based agency specializes in Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Apopka, FL
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Janalyssa Web Design is a SEO agency. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were founded in 2005. The firm is based in Apopka, Florida.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Inverness, IL
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Custom software development firm Radra Solutions was launched in 2007. The small team specializes in Custom Software Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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Digital Strategy company KeliE is headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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215 Media Solutions is a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based web design company. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Miami, FL
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Conversion Optimization company VivianOlodun.com is in Miami, Florida. Founded in 2016, the team offers Conversion Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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Maximus Internet Marketing Consultants is a small Philadelphia, Pennsylvania-based web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Thornton, PA
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Content Marketing company Del Val SEO, LLC is in Thornton, Pennsylvania. They offer Content Marketing and Graphic Design and were founded in 2010.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Gatos, CA
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Entrabase Inc is a small Los Gatos, California-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Based in San Francisco, California, Honeycomb Inbound Marketing is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Pikesville, MD
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Web Interactive Technologies is a website development firm. Their small team is in Pikesville, Maryland. Their team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Noblesville, IN
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Big Picture Media, Inc., a web design company, is based in Noblesville, Indiana. The team focuses on Web Design and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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NJS Marketing LLC, a SEO agency, was launched in 2012. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Creative California is a Digital Strategy company. The team is headquartered in Sacramento, California, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Mahwah, NJ
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SEO services firm Radial Creations specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. They are headquartered in Mahwah, New Jersey.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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Forge Marketing Consultants LLC is a website development company. They focus on Web Development and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2008. The firm is in Columbus, Ohio.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Established in 2011, Engage Marketing is a PPC company. The small team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Duluth, GA
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Established in 2013, Blue Key Interactive is a small Duluth, Georgia-based PPC agency. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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MarketBlazer, Inc., a Marketing Strategy company, was launched in 2003. The team offers Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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Launched in 2005, Pro Edge Design is a small web design company. Their team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Norcross, GA
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Located in Norcross, Georgia, WebCo Interactive is a print design agency. The team provides Print Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austell, GA
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Que Commerce is a small pay per click agency based in Austell, Georgia. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Alpharetta, GA
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Picture This Communications is a mobile application development firm. They are based in Alpharetta, Georgia, and their services include Mobile App Development and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Duluth, GA
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StartsMedia is a web development firm. The team offers Web Development and Marketing Strategy and is in Duluth, Georgia.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Greenwood, IN
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Media Bug SEO is a PPC agency. Located in Greenwood, Indiana, the company specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gorham, ME
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Following Seas Web Design is a web design company. Their small team is located in Gorham, Maine and offers Web Design and Web Development. The company was launched in 1998.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Towson, MD
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Bay E-Solutions & Technology is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Towson, Maryland, the firm was launched in 2006. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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CONTINENT CREATIVE is a PR company. The firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Public Relations and Event Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Merrillville, IN
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VIA is an Advertising company. Their team is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana and specializes in Advertising and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Crawfordsville, IN
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Blue Marketing, a graphic design agency, is based in Crawfordsville, Indiana. They provide Graphic Design and Web Design and were founded in 1997.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9West Hollywood, CA
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Based in West Hollywood, California, Klein Mickaelian Partners is a small graphic design agency. The team offers Graphic Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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222 Digital Marketing, a Marketing Strategy company, was launched in 2017. The firm provides Marketing Strategy and Web Design, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cedar Rapids, IA
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BDO Web Technologies is a web design company. They are located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and have small team. Their team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Decatur, IL
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Launched in 2001, Creative Media Services, Inc. Is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Des Moines, IA
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TarpeyMedia Group is a small video production agency. Established in 2004, the team specializes in Video Production and Print Design.
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Headquartered in Cottonwood Heights, Utah, Wagstaff Design is a graphic design company. Established in 2014, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kennewick, WA
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Founded in 2012, Free Rein Marketing is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Newport, RI
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Atlantic Designs is a small graphic design agency. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clifton, NJ
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CL Design Studios is a small graphic design agency launched in 2006. Their team specializes in Graphic Design and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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BMJ Creative Group is an Email Marketing company established in 2012. Headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the team focuses on Email Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Grand Rapids, MI
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Founded in 2013, Grand Rapids SEO is a pay per click company. The agency provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waukegan, IL
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Eduardos Marketing is an Advertising company. The Waukegan, Illinois-based team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Providence, RI
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Vsble, LLC is a branding company. Founded in 2016, the firm is in Providence, Rhode Island. Their team provides Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9El Paso, TX
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Blue Lacy SEO is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is headquartered in El Paso, Texas. Their services include Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Champaign, IL
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Thunderstruck Design is an Advertising company. Their small team is based in Champaign, Illinois. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomingdale, IL
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Advertising company Blue Bot Advertising is in Bloomingdale, Illinois. They offer Advertising and Print Design and were established in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomingdale, IL
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Endura Communications, LLC is an Event Marketing company based in Bloomingdale, Illinois. They specialize in Event Marketing and Advertising and were established in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ridgeland, MS
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In Ridgeland, Mississippi, MadCo Agency is a small Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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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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$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.