Top IT Consultants in the United States
IT consulting in the United States spans an unusually wide range — from one-off cloud migrations and security audits to multi-year managed services contracts and full digital transformation programs. The country's market is anchored by dense tech corridors in New York, the Bay Area, Austin, and Chicago, but strong firms operate coast to coast across every industry vertical.
The best American IT consultants pair deep technical fluency — AWS, Azure, GCP, Salesforce, ServiceNow, SAP — with the ability to translate that expertise into measurable business outcomes. Clutch vets every firm through verified client interviews and a structured review process, so the rankings reflect actual delivery, not marketing spend. Browse global IT consultants on Clutch, explore IT consultants in New York, or compare managed IT service providers to narrow your search by service type.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 16 projectsdesignDATA is an IT managed services provider offering comprehensive IT solutions, including cloud services, IT support, cybersecurity, and hardware management. Across their reviews, 100% of clients highlight their outstanding customer service and tailored IT training programs, which enhance productivity and security awareness. Approximately 90% of reviewers praise their proactive project management and ability to handle complex IT transitions smoothly. Their commitment to understanding client needs solidifies their reputation as a trusted IT partner.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 12 projectsCorporate Technologies is a managed IT services provider specializing in IT support, server management, and cybersecurity solutions. Their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with approximately 90% of clients highlighting their responsiveness, professionalism, and technical expertise. Many clients appreciate their proactive approach to IT management and the seamless transitions they facilitate, with nearly 70% noting improvements in efficiency and system reliability.
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 60 projectsLeobit is a versatile software development company specializing in custom software solutions, AI integration, and digital platform enhancement. Reviews highlight their consistent on-time delivery, strong technical expertise, and proactive communication, with over 90% of feedback being positive. Clients frequently commend their ability to align with business goals and adapt to changing needs.
$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 36 projectsEmergent Software is a versatile IT service provider specializing in custom software development and IT support, particularly for Microsoft Azure environments. Across their reviews, they are consistently praised for their technical proficiency, project management skills, and responsiveness, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their ability to deliver customized solutions efficiently and professionally. Clients commend their supportive communication and adherence to deadlines.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Columbia, MD
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Custom software development company Shield Consulting Solutions, Inc. Is headquartered in Columbia, Maryland. Their services include Custom Software Development and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Jacksonville, FL
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Newfold Digital is a branding company. Founded in 2021, the agency is in Jacksonville, Florida. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$50,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 10 projectsFlairsTech is a versatile IT service provider offering software development, customer support, and project management services. The company is highly regarded for its technical expertise, adaptability, and strong cultural alignment, resulting in improved operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. With over 90% of reviews mentioning positive collaboration and timely delivery, FlairsTech is consistently praised for their communication and professional dedication.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 3 projectsDatalink Networks Inc. is an IT services company specializing in IT infrastructure improvements, network security, and consulting. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their prompt problem-solving and proactive support. Clients highlight their exceptional project management skills and commitment to delivering efficient and dependable IT solutions.
Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 22 projectsLogiQuad Solutions Private Limited is a multifaceted IT services company specializing in full-stack development, DevOps, and software engineering. Across various reviews, LogiQuad is praised for its technical expertise, project management, and proactive communication, leading to nearly 100% positive feedback. Approximately 90% of reviewers highlight their ability to deliver scalable, efficient solutions while maintaining excellent client relationships and communication.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tampa, FL
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CONTAQT is a CRM consulting and SI company. They were established in 2014 and focus on CRM consulting and SI and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Austin, TX
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GPO is an Austin, Texas-based Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chandler, AZ
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Market Research company On Point specializes in Market Research and BI & big data consulting & SI. They are located in Chandler, Arizona and Newark, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Chicago, IL
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Founded in 1985, Marlin Connections is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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WebKitty Creative Services LLC. Is a web design company. Established in 2010, the company is in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 104 projectsPeeklogic, LLC is a Salesforce development company recognized for its expertise in creating and customizing CRM systems, including Salesforce integrations and applications. The company is praised for its strong project management, responsiveness, and ability to deliver projects on time. Clients repeatedly commend Peeklogic's consistent communication and alignment with company values, with no major areas for improvement noted across reviews.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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IKonnek is a big data company. They provide BI & big data consulting & SI and Corporate Training & Coaching and were founded in 2003.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Arlington, TX
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Established in 1991, First Rate, Inc, a midsize Conversion Optimization company, is headquartered in Arlington, Texas. Their team provides Conversion Optimization and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Plano, TX
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Lumel is a midsize business intelligence company located in Plano, Texas. The team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Houston, TX
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FAT FINGER is a Conversion Optimization company. The team focuses on Conversion Optimization and BI & big data consulting & SI and is based in Houston, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New Orleans, LA
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Launched in 2014, Locally is a Conversion Optimization company. The team provides Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clinton, MA
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Chatham Oaks Growth Solutions is a small Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2021, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Overland Park, KS
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Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, Clubessential is a SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cockeysville, MD
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Showcase IDX is an Email Marketing company. They offer Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Virginia Beach, VA
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Bad Banana Software LLC is a Virginia Beach, Virginia-based graphic design company. The team focuses on Graphic Design and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Neenah, WI
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Headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, RR Development Wisconsin is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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Established in 2023, Rocket Search is a Digital Strategy company. The firm provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Local CEO is a small social media marketing firm in Boston, Massachusetts. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portsmouth, NH
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Lodging Econometrics is a Market Research company. They offer Market Research and BI & big data consulting & SI and were founded in 1977.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Evansville, IN
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EXTEND GROUP is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2007, the company is located in Evansville, Indiana. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baton Rouge, LA
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TEI Software Development is a web design company. Their small team is headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Their team offers Web Design and Product Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Jacksonville, FL
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Revalize is a custom software development firm. They are located in Jacksonville, Florida. Their team offers Custom Software Development and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Tampa, FL
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Robotics Process Automation company Image One Corporation was founded in 1994. Based in Tampa, Florida, the team provides Robotics Process Automation and ECM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New Hudson, MI
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Actemium USA is a big data analytics company. Headquartered in New Hudson, Michigan and Alpharetta, Georgia, their team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and Engineering.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Kenilworth, NJ
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Capture Technologies is an Event Marketing company. The Kenilworth, New Jersey-based company was founded in 2000. Their services include Event Marketing and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St. Louis Park, MN
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The Sartell Group is a small big data analytics company launched in 2005. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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Kingsmen Software is a small IT managed services company located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Their services include IT managed services and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Louisville, KY
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Axxon Group is a branding firm. The team focuses on Branding and Web Design and is headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Omaha, NE
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TEAM Software is a big data company and Application Management & Support company. Established in 1989, the agency focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI and Application Management & Support.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Raleigh, NC
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Tryon Solutions, an IT managed services company, is located in Raleigh, North Carolina and Hyderabad, India. They offer IT managed services and IT staff augmentation and were established in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Providence, RI
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Midsize software development firm SQA Group, is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Reno, NV
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Established in 2011, Crimson Solutions Inc is a midsize Reno, Nevada-based data analytics company. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and IoT development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Bedford, NH
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Single Digits, Inc. Is an IoT development company. They specialize in IoT development and IT managed services and were launched in 2003. The company is headquartered in Bedford, New Hampshire.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boise, ID
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Eon Collective is a data analytics company. They are headquartered in Boise, Idaho and have midsize team of experts. Their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and IoT development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lenexa, KS
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Founded in 2010, GBA Systems Integrators, LLC is a small IT managed services company. Their team offers IT managed services and IoT development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Louisville, KY
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Radiant Networks Services Inc., an IT managed services company, was founded in 2005. The small team specializes in IT managed services and IoT development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sandy, UT
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FairCom Corporation, a midsize IoT development company, is headquartered in Sandy, Utah and Columbia, Missouri. The team focuses on IoT development and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Louisville, KY
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Lihard Solutions Corp. Is a business intelligence company. They were launched in 2012, and their services include BI & big data consulting & SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Melville, NY
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ADI Global Distribution is an Event Marketing company. They specialize in Event Marketing and IT managed services and are based in Melville, New York and Metairie, Louisiana.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Philadelphia, PA
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CMI Media Grou, a Market Research company, was established in 1989. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Cherry Hill, New Jersey, the team offers Market Research and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Newburgh, IN
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Established in 2016, VIV is a midsize Advertising company located in Newburgh, Indiana. Their team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Hayward, CA
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Full Circle Electronics is an IT managed services company. They offer IT managed services and Document Digitization & Management and were launched in 2001.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Leandro, CA
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Data Slayer is an IT managed services company launched in 2012. The team provides IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Naples, FL
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IT managed services and Document Digitization & Management company Exit Technologies, Inc. Specializes in IT managed services and Document Digitization & Management. They are based in Naples,
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lake Mary, FL
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Launched in 2014, Global Computer Sales is a small Lake Mary, Florida-based IT managed services company. Their team offers IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oldsmar, FL
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Trifecta Networks is an IT managed services company. Founded in 2001, the agency is in Oldsmar, Florida. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Phoenix, AZ
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ViaTeK Solutions is an IT managed services company. They specialize in IT managed services and were established in 1994.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Groveport, OH
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Illumynt is a Groveport, Ohio-based IT managed services company. Established in 2002, the team focuses on IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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Excess IT Hardware is an IT managed services company established in 2014. The agency specializes in IT managed services and Document Digitization & Management.
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List of the Top 15 United States IT Services Companies
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Rockville, MD
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37.3/40.018/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cranbury, NJ
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Glendale, CA
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36.9/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34.6/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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36.3/40.020/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Diego, CA
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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33.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249San Jose, CA
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35.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Santa Clarita, CA
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32.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Hoboken, NJ
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33.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Dallas, TX
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36.4/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newport Beach, CA
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Oxon Hill, MD
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34.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Vista, CA
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34.6/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Princeton, NJ
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35.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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34.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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31.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews6.7/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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33.8/40.015.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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33.4/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Scottsdale, AZ
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36.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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35.6/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews5.6/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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35.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Tampa, FL
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35.8/40.019.2/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Ramon, CA
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37.1/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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33.2/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Overland Park, KS
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38.3/40.019.6/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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32.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Gaithersburg, MD
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35.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Jose, CA
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30.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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U.S. IT Services and Consulting FAQs
U.S.-based IT consulting companies help organizations plan, implement, and optimize their technology infrastructure. Engagements range from short-term advisory work to long-term managed services.
These dedicated firms generally offer service areas like cloud migration and management (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity and compliance (SOC 2, HIPAA, NIST), digital transformation strategy, help desk and end-user support, data analytics and business intelligence, and network design and infrastructure management.
American IT consulting firms operate under a consistent legal and data-privacy framework, which matters if your organization handles sensitive customer data or must comply with HIPAA, SOC 2, or state-level data laws. U.S.-based consultants work in your time zone, have direct experience with North American enterprise vendor ecosystems, and can deploy on-site when needed. For companies that have tried offshore-only arrangements and hit communication or accountability friction, a domestic team often reduces total project risk.
According to Clutch pricing data, U.S. IT consulting rates typically fall in the $100 – $250 per hour range. Managed services contracts are usually priced on a per-user monthly model, commonly $75 – $175 per user per month.
Meanwhile, project-based engagements often range from $25,000 to well over $500,000, depending on complexity. Always ask vendors to separate professional services fees from any third-party software or infrastructure costs.
Start by defining your technical requirements and engagement type — i.e., ongoing managed support, time-bound project, or strategic advisory. Then match expertise to your stack, check industry experience, review verified client feedback, ask about team composition, and clarify escalation paths.
For managed services especially, know your SLAs and what happens when something goes wrong after hours. Take advantage of Clutch’s collection of verified client reviews and data-driven resources to guide your search for the ideal IT consulting partner.
- Be cautious if a firm can't provide references from similar engagements
- Provides vague scope definitions without milestones
- Oversells proprietary tools, creating vendor lock-in
- Has high staff turnover
- Avoids discussing pricing structures early
Contracts without milestones or acceptance criteria invite scope creep and billing disputes. Recognizing these red flags early helps you avoid unnecessary risks, wasted resources, and compliance headaches.