Top Advertising Agencies in the United States
The United States is home to one of the world's largest and most competitive advertising markets, from the media-buying powerhouses on Madison Avenue to performance-driven shops in Austin, Atlanta, and Los Angeles. Whether you're a Fortune 500 launching a national campaign or a startup looking for your first agency partner, the right firm can shape how customers find, remember, and choose your brand.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 8 projectsVersion2 is an advertising agency specializing in programmatic advertising services and media buying. The company is highly praised for its strategic thinking, responsiveness, and ability to deliver exceptional results, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their professionalism and commitment. Clients appreciated their innovative solutions and personalized support, with many noting significant improvements in metrics such as CPM efficiency and audience engagement.
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 81 projectsNinja Promo is an Advertising Agency offering comprehensive Advertising Services, specializing in paid media, SEO, and media buying strategies. Overall, 87.5% of the reviews are positive, highlighting their strong project management, responsiveness, and ability to adapt campaigns based on data. However, 12.5% indicate issues with communication and delivery. Notably, 62.5% of reviewers commend their strategic alignment with client goals.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 4 projectsSetsail Marketing is an Advertising Agency that specializes in paid media and advertising services, including the management of Google and Facebook ads to optimize lead generation. While one client noted that the agency delivered improvements compared to previous experiences, they also suggested a focus on improving Return on Ad Spend (ROAS). Overall, the agency's enthusiasm and quality of work were highlighted positively.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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The SuperGroup Creative Omnimedia, Inc. Is a Digital Strategy company. They were founded in 2002, and their services include Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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Visualink Creative is a print design agency. The team is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and their services include Print Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 83 projectsBrandLume Inc. is an Advertising Agency offering comprehensive advertising services, including media buying, branding, and paid marketing. Clients consistently praise their value for cost, effective project management, and impressive results, with 100% of reviews noting improved website traffic and engagement. Their tailored and innovative strategies, aligned with company values, demonstrate their commitment to client success.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 11 projectsDragon360 is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media, Marketing, and Promotions. Overall, their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with approximately 90% of clients praising their project management, agility in campaign optimizations, and strategic approach. Many clients highlight Dragon360's exceptional ability to deliver timely, high-quality results and their strong alignment with client business objectives.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 339 projectsJives Media is an advertising agency offering advertising services, with a focus on SEO, PPC, and paid marketing. The reviews indicate a generally positive sentiment, with approximately 86% of clients highlighting effective project management, timely deliverables, and improved campaign performance. A noteworthy 14% of reviews expressed dissatisfaction with communication and strategy alignment. The company is praised for its expertise and seamless integration with client teams.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ann Arbor, MI
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Ingenex Digital Marketing is an Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tucson, AZ
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Communicus, Inc., an Advertising company, was established in 1987. The agency specializes in Advertising and Business Consulting, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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WebMO is an Advertising company. The Scottsdale, Arizona-based firm was founded in 2011. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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Green Dot is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, the firm was launched in 1995. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Founded in 2010, VMG Creative is a Market Research company. The team specializes in Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 16 projectsHotspex Media is a sophisticated Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and comprehensive advertising services. Feedback from clients is overwhelmingly positive, with over 90% highlighting their strategic insights and project management prowess. Clients commend their precision in media execution and data-driven approach, resulting in tangible improvements in brand awareness and engagement. Hotspex Media is recognized for delivering campaigns on time and on budget while effectively utilizing their Reticle platform for audience targeting.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 51 projectsOut Origin is an advertising agency specializing in marketing and paid media services. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their precision, attention to detail, and transformative impact on clients' financial outlooks. Out Origin is praised for exceeding expectations in campaign management and optimization, achieving significant return on advertising spend improvements.
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 16 projectsMake Us Care is an advertising agency specializing in branding, campaign assets, ad targeting, and paid marketing. Their clients highlight a strong alignment with company values and dedication to timely project completion. Approximately 100% of reviewers praise the agency for effective communication, project management, and delivering results, such as reducing costs per acquisition by 40%. Some suggest more face-to-face meetings and access to creative talent.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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Based in Washington, District of Columbia, Washington Media Group is a small Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Glendale, CA
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Advertising company Pin Agency was founded in 2011. The agency specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 2 projectsintouch mena is a digital communication agency specializing in social media management, digital media buying, and mobile and website development. Reviews highlight their exceptional adaptability and strategic creativity, with 100% positive feedback on their project management and commitment to client success. Notably, they consistently meet and exceed key performance indicators, ensuring brand adherence and effective communication strategies.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 5 projectsDigital Hot Sauce is a digital marketing agency specializing in Google and Meta ads management, SEO optimization, and website design. Across various projects, clients consistently praise their strategic approach and commitment to understanding client needs, with approximately 80% highlighting their impressive communication and expertise. While most feedback is positive, around 20% suggest improvements in technical guidance and troubleshooting efficiency.
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 21 projectsCorkboard Concepts is an advertising agency providing services in digital marketing, PPC advertising, and SEO. They have consistently received positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their project management, customer service, and local presence. Clients value their personable approach and ability to generate website traffic and leads, despite being a relatively young company.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Willow Marketing is an Indianapolis, Indiana-based Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Small social media marketing agency Sociality Squared, is located in New York, New York. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 14 projectsMediacharge is an Advertising Agency specializing in Paid Media and PPC campaigns. They are praised for their professionalism, high availability, and strategic ad placements, leading to significant increases in website traffic and lead generation. The feedback is overwhelmingly positive, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their expertise and strong communication skills.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 1 projectsMassMedia is a comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in brand development, PR, and social media management. Reviews highlight their consistent achievement of KPIs and their integration as an extension of client teams. Approximately 100% of feedback is positive, emphasizing quality work and effective communication, with no suggested areas for improvement.
$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 450 projectsWebFX is a comprehensive Advertising Agency specializing in digital marketing services, including SEO, PPC, and social media advertising. Across reviews, clients consistently highlight their effective communication, timely project management, and value for cost, with 100% positive feedback on these aspects. Approximately 70% of reviewers commend their tailored solutions and adaptability to client needs.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Internet LAVA LLC is an Advertising company. In Houston, Texas, their team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Ajax Union is a social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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ABZ Creative Partners is an Advertising company. The Charlotte, North Carolina-based firm was founded in 1982. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Des Moines, IA
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Flying hippo is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Branding and were established in 2003. The firm is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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WebTegrity, an UX design agency, was established in 1999. The agency specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Broken Arrow, OK
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EXpect3 is an Advertising company. Their team is in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and offers Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Memphis, TN
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RocketFuel is a website development firm in Memphis, Tennessee. The team focuses on Web Development and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Tesser is a graphic design company. They provide Graphic Design and Advertising and were founded in 1993. The company is located in San Francisco, California.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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Established in 2014, The Brand Advocates, Inc, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Miami, Florida. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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D-mars.com is a Houston, Texas-based print design company. Established in 1999, the team offers Print Design and Public Relations.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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DKY is an Advertising company. Launched in 1994, the team offers Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Minneapolis, MN
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5IVE is an Advertising company. In Minneapolis, Minnesota, their small team provides Advertising and Branding. The firm was launched in 2010.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Centennial, CO
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Denver Advertising is a website development firm. They focus on Web Development and Advertising and were launched in 1991.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Farmington Hills, MI
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Social media marketing agency Embark Digital was launched in 2012. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cornelius, NC
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EnCOMPASS Agency is a web design agency. Established in 2006, the team offers Web Design and Web Development. The company is in Cornelius, North Carolina.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lexington, KY
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PM Advertising is a small Advertising company in Lexington, Kentucky. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Royal Oak, MI
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Factory Detroit Incorporated is an Advertising company. Their small team is based in Royal Oak, Michigan. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Millcreek, UT
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Digital Strategy company Fusion 360 was founded in 2003. The small team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Boise, ID
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SOVRN is a small Boise, Idaho-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Burlington, VT
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Free Press Media is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pleasant Valley, MO
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HJ Design, an Advertising company, was launched in 1996. The company focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Anchorage, AK
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MSI Communications is an Advertising company. They are in Anchorage, Alaska and have small team. Their team focuses on Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Doral, FL
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MethodGroupe LLC is a Doral, Florida-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Waypoint L.A., an Advertising company, is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. They offer Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Advertising company Paradise Creative was founded in 2016. The company provides Advertising and Broadcast Video, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Anchorage, AK
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Buzzbizz Creative, LLC, an Advertising company, was founded in 2005. The team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy and is located in Anchorage, Alaska.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Monterey Park, CA
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Small Advertising company Cobalt C Creative, is based in Monterey Park, California. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pasadena, CA
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Small Business Consulting company 34/56 Group Inc., is located in Pasadena, California. The team specializes in Business Consulting and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dadeville, AL
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Lee Marketing Group is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is located in Dadeville, Alabama. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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Blufish Design is a graphic design agency. The Tempe, Arizona-based firm was founded in 2002. Their services include Graphic Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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The Automotive Advertising Agency, an Advertising company, is in Austin, Texas. Launched in 2013, the team offers Advertising and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Signworks is an Advertising company. The small Indianapolis, Indiana-based team specializes in Advertising and Out of Home Design. The company was launched in 1992.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Ktk Design is a graphic design agency located in Chicago, Illinois. They specialize in Graphic Design and Advertising and were established in 1991.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Founded in 2014, Social Wolf Media is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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Ttweak LLC is an Advertising company headquartered in Houston, Texas. They focus on Advertising and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clive, IA
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Farmboy Inc., a web design agency, was launched in 1998. The agency focuses on Web Design and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Dubuque, IA
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Headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa, McCullough Creative is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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VehicleSF is a small Advertising company launched in 1988. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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List of the Top 15 United States Advertising & Marketing Agencies
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Sausalito, CA
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$250,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Rochester, MI
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34.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Addison, TX
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bethesda, MD
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34/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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38.9/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+Undisclosed10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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36/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Henderson, NV
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$100,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New Gloucester, ME
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tenafly, NJ
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Dunwoody, GA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Fort Lauderdale, FL
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U.S. Advertising FAQs
A U.S. advertising agency develops, produces, and places campaigns that move audiences from awareness to action. Most full-service firms cover four core areas: strategy and creative development, media planning and buying, production (video, audio, print, digital assets), and measurement. Many also extend into branding, social media, content, and influencer work, while specialists focus on a single channel like programmatic or out-of-home.
In the US specifically, agencies tend to operate across both traditional channels (TV, radio, print, OOH) and digital channels (paid search, paid social, connected TV, streaming audio), and the better firms integrate measurement across both so you can see which dollar drove which result.
American ad agencies bring three things you'll struggle to replicate offshore — market fluency, vendor relationships, and time-zone-aligned account management. Market fluency means understanding how American audiences respond to humor, tone, and cultural reference — what plays in Atlanta versus Seattle versus Miami.
Furthermore, vendor relationships matter because media buying is a relationships business; established US agencies have direct lines to network sales teams, premium publishers, and platform reps that move faster than a cold pitch ever will. And time-zone alignment is underrated until you're trying to approve a creative change at 2 a.m. for a 9 a.m. flight.
U.S. advertising agency costs vary widely based on factors like scope, channel mix, and whether you're paying for media or just services. Based on Clutch pricing data, hourly rates typically fall in these bands:
- Boutique and specialist shops: $100 – $150 per hour
- Mid-size full-service agencies: $150 – $250 per hour
- Large independents and holding-company agencies: $250 – $400+ per hour
Project minimums for a US agency engagement usually start around $10,000 for a focused campaign and scale to $100,000+ for an integrated launch. Retainer arrangements for ongoing media management commonly run $5,000 – $50,000 per month before media spend. Media costs sit on top of agency fees, and some agencies charge a percentage of media spend (typically 10–15%) instead of or in addition to hourly fees.
Start with three filters — scope match, category experience, and budget alignment:
- Scope match means the agency actually does what you need — a programmatic specialist isn't the right pick if you need a brand platform.
- Category experience means they've shipped work in your industry, ideally for a comparable-stage company.
- Budget alignment means their typical engagement size matches what you're prepared to spend; an agency whose smallest client pays $2M/year won't give your $50K project the attention it deserves.
From there, look at: client reviews on Clutch, case studies with measurable outcomes, the team you'd actually work with, and how they answer hard questions about measurement and what hasn't worked.
- Guaranteed results. No reputable agency promises specific lift, ROAS, or ranking improvements. Anyone who does is either inexperienced or selling something else.
- Vague pricing. If you can't get a clear answer on fees, media markups, or what's in scope versus out of scope, that ambiguity will become a problem mid-engagement.
- No measurement framework. Strong agencies tell you what they'll measure and how, before the work starts. If success is left undefined, you'll never agree on whether it was achieved.
- Pitch team ≠ delivery team. It's standard for senior leaders to attend the pitch, but ask who'll do the day-to-day work and whether you'll have direct access to them.
- No willingness to share case study details under NDA. Reputable agencies can talk specifics about past work even when they can't name clients publicly. Total opacity is a sign that there isn't much to point to.