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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Nashua, NH
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Fablian Technologies is a midsize custom software development firm located in Nashua, New Hampshire. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNashville, TN
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Jeremy Rivera SEO, a SEO company, was founded in 2008. They provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFranklin, TN
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Sparks SEO LLC, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2014. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDenver, CO
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Local Jungle Online Marketing, a social media marketing company, was established in 2015. The agency provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNorwalk, CT
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ServFrame is a social media marketing agency. The small Norwalk, Connecticut-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSan Francisco, CA
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Digital Strategy company RY Digital Marketing is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDenver, CO
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The Word Tailor is a branding company based in Denver, Colorado. They focus on Branding and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2001.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerChicago, IL
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Launched in 2018, Just Plane Smart is a Marketing Strategy company. The agency offers Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDenver, CO
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Adept Virtual Assistants is a small social media marketing company. Launched in 2024, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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Public relations firm Evolv Mgmt was founded in 2020. The team focuses on Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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UBuild Lenon is a social media marketing firm. The Los Angeles, California-based firm offers Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMeridian, ID
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Established in 2009, CounterSpace | a creative agency is a branding company. The team specializes in Branding and Direct Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMadison, AL
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Kia & Co., a small Corporate Photography company, is located in Madison, Alabama. The team provides Corporate Photography and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRidgeland, MS
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Headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi, Strategic Marketing Group, LLC is an Advertising company. Established in 2003, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMissoula, MT
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Established in 2018, Blue Dogs Media is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFlorence, MS
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Thrival Marketing, a social media marketing agency, specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Florence, Mississippi.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStoughton, WI
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Social media marketing agency SK Marketing LLC. | SK Business Advisor is based in Stoughton, Wisconsin. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBaltimore, MD
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Polymath Marketing is a Baltimore, Maryland-based branding agency. They specialize in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNoblesville, IN
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LeadStructive is a branding company. They were founded in 2020 and offer Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSt. Augustine Beach, FL
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Founded in 2023, Seven Fins Creative is a social media marketing firm. The firm specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerWaco, TX
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Adworx Media is a social media marketing firm. They were founded in 2023 and focus on Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAlpharetta, GA
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Appfinite is a social media marketing firm headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerWashington, DC
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Artiste House, a branding firm, was founded in 2016. The team focuses on Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerIrvine, CA
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Aspire Catalyst is a social media marketing firm. Established in 2023, the firm offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBiddeford, ME
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Bidd Design is an Advertising company. Headquartered in Biddeford, Maine, the company was founded in 2015. Their team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBurlington, NC
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Brand SEO Agency, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 1997. The agency provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBrooklyn, NY
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Brandlove, inc. Is a branding company launched in 2016. Their team offers Branding and Market Research.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerCoral Gables, FL
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BrandRukus is a Coral Gables, Florida-based branding agency. The team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFresno, CA
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CS Designs is a small Fresno, California-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPalm Springs, CA
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Desert Society is a branding agency in Palm Springs, California. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSanta Clarita, CA
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DesignAdict, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2016. They provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerWoburn, MA
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Founded in 2022, Digital Divide Consulting is a social media marketing company. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNorth Bay Village, FL
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Effective Marketing & Design is a branding company in North Bay Village, Florida. They focus on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFlint, MI
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Fast Traction Media is a branding company located in Flint, Michigan. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerEaton, CO
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Established in 2016, Field of Dreams Website Development is a social media marketing firm. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Established in 2021, Four Quarters Agency, LLC, a small branding firm, is headquartered in Sunrise, Florida. Their team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLos Angeles, CA
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PR firm Ginger Media & Entertainment is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Public Relations and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAurora, CO
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Givicore, a social media marketing company, focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDecatur, GA
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Global Medical Communications GMC, a branding company, was established in 2017. The team specializes in Branding and Media Planning & Buying and is in Decatur, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerEdmond, OK
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GlobeLight Marketing is a social media marketing agency established in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMiami, FL
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HIGGS HUB, a small branding company, is in Miami, Florida. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerIrvine, CA
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Located in Irvine, California, Huntington Pacific Media is a Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJacksonville, FL
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Kato Marketing LLC is a Jacksonville, Florida-based branding company. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerEaston, MA
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Kaleidaweb, a social media marketing company, was founded in 1998. Located in Easton, Massachusetts, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGilbert, AZ
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Max Romulus Marketing is a Gilbert, Arizona-based branding firm. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Mesmero is a Marketing Strategy company. Their small team is located in Spokane, Washington. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerIndianapolis, IN
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Meurer Graphics is a branding firm. The team is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, and their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFredonia, WI
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Web Search Professionals, a social media marketing firm, is in Fredonia, Wisconsin. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2008.
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SignalPoint Media Group is a Marketing Strategy company. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2017. The firm is in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMansfield, TX
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SPF Solutions, LLC is a social media marketing company. The Mansfield, Texas-based agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine 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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$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.