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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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Serves United StatesServices provided
See all 37 projectsDreamix is a versatile IT solutions provider specializing in software development, cloud infrastructure, and data analytics. Reviews highlight their adaptability, effective communication, and high-quality deliverables, with 100% of reviews praising their project management and professionalism. Clients appreciate their cultural fit and ability to exceed expectations, with no areas for improvement noted in any reviews.
$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Alpharetta, GA
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3i People, an Accounting company, provides Accounting and Custom Software Development. The company is located in Alpharetta, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austell, GA
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Fulfillment Strategies International is an Austell, Georgia-based Fulfillment company. The team provides Fulfillment and other IT consulting and SI.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Albuquerque, NM
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Small branding agency Reactive Consulting, LLC, is in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The team specializes in Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Founded in 2008, Harbor Designs & Manufacturing is a Product Design company. Their team focuses on Product Design and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monroe Township, NJ
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TST Support is an IT managed services company located in Monroe Township, New Jersey. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Skokie, IL
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IT managed services company Techman Inc. Is located in Skokie, Illinois. They offer IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Para Solutions, an IT managed services company, is based in Indianapolis, Indiana. Their services include IT managed services.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249South Bend, IN
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IT managed services company Actium Consulting offers IT managed services. They are headquartered in South Bend, Indiana.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Calhoun, GA
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Established in 1998, iPro ERP is an Application Management & Support company. Based in Calhoun, Georgia, the team offers Application Management & Support and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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Edge Information Technologies is an IT managed services company. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana, the firm specializes in IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brazil, IN
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MultiTek Global is an IT managed services company. The Brazil, Indiana-based company was established in 2004. Their team specializes in IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Princeton, NJ
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UPrefer Solutions, Inc is a CRM consulting and SI company. Located in Princeton, New Jersey, the firm was established in 2014. Their services include CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Applied Intelligent Systems is an ERP consulting and SI company located in New York, New York. They specialize in ERP consulting and SI and were established in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Albany, IN
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Infinite Solutions, LLC is an IT managed services company. They are headquartered in New Albany, Indiana and have small team. Their team specializes in IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portage, IN
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Located in Portage, Indiana, Current Technologies Computer Learning Center is an IT managed services company. The team offers IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carmel, IN
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Indeed IT is an IT managed services company. Their small team is headquartered in Carmel, Indiana. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Zionsville, IN
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IT managed services company ADS IT SOLUTIONS is in Zionsville, Indiana. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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EnduranceIT, Inc. Is an IT managed services company. Founded in 2011, the team focuses on IT managed services and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Merrillville, IN
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Think Tank NTG, an IT managed services company, is headquartered in Merrillville, Indiana. They specialize in IT managed services and were launched in 1990.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fishers, IN
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Binary Star, an IT managed services company, provide IT managed services. They were launched in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49La Porte, IN
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Based in La Porte, Indiana, Qubit Networks is an IT managed services company. They offer IT managed services and were founded in 2013.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49South Bend, IN
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IT managed services company Inventous LLC was launched in 2012. The team focuses on IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Piscataway, NJ
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Centillionz is an IT managed services and IT staff augmentation company. They are located in Piscataway, New Jersey. Their team specializes in IT managed services and IT staff augmentation.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fairfield, NJ
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IT managed services company Moo IT Solutions is in Fairfield, New Jersey. Established in 2006, the team specializes in IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cinnaminson, NJ
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Founded in 2008, Cognisoft Technologies LLC is a small Cinnaminson, New Jersey-based business intelligence company. Their team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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Strategic Link is an Accounting company located in Atlanta, Georgia. They focus on Accounting and IT managed services and were founded in 2005.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairview, NJ
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Quest Technologies NJ is a small IT managed services company in Fairview, New Jersey. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Franklin Township, NJ
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Simple Solutions, India is a CRM consulting and SI company. They are located in Franklin Township, New Jersey. Their team offers CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Edison, NJ
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Brilliant Infotech Inc. Is an IT managed services company. They are headquartered in Edison, New Jersey. Their team provides IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Jersey City, NJ
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Ana-Data Consulting is a big data analytics company. Based in Jersey City, New Jersey, the agency was launched in 1993. Their team focuses on BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Carmel, IN
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Remsund Komplete Technology Solutions, an IT managed services company, is in Carmel, Indiana. They provide IT managed services and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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One WiFi is an Indianapolis, Indiana-based IT managed services company. Founded in 2002, the team specializes in IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Carmel, IN
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PropellerHeads, Inc. Is a midsize Carmel, Indiana-based IT managed services company. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Albuquerque, NM
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IT managed services company PriorityOne LLC was established in 1996. In Albuquerque, New Mexico, the team provides IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Holladay, UT
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In Holladay, Utah, Lan Professional is a small IT managed services and Business Consulting company. Their services include IT managed services and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Salt Lake City, UT
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SoftwareMedia.com is a custom software development firm and IT managed services company located in Salt Lake City, Utah. Their services include Custom Software Development and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Layton, UT
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Small other IT consulting and SI and web development company KCS Technology, is in Layton, Utah. Their services include other IT consulting and SI and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wilmington, DE
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Small custom software development company 10 Types Inc., is based in Wilmington, Delaware. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Allentown, PA
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Radix is an IT managed services company. Their small team is headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Atlanta, GA
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CX Talks, an user experience agency, was established in 2017. The team focuses on UX/UI Design and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sioux Falls, SD
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Next Level Technology, a web design agency, was established in 2013. The firm offers Web Design and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sioux Falls, SD
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Dynamic Business Solutions is a custom software development firm and IT managed services company founded in 1991. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bedminster, NJ
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Based in Bedminster, New Jersey, Mosaik Consulting LLC is a small IT managed services company. Their services include IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sioux Falls, SD
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Green Eggs and RAM is an IT managed services company. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the company provides IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cherry Hill, NJ
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Founded in 2007, Tech Please is an IT managed services company. Based in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, the team focuses on IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bedminster, NJ
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Established in 2000, AFScott is a small IT managed services company in Bedminster, New Jersey. Their team offers IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pensacola, FL
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Networks of Florida is an IT managed services company founded in 1986. The small team offers IT managed services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Greensboro, NC
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Big data company Datawatch Corporation is located in Greensboro, North Carolina. They focus on BI & big data consulting & SI and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cinnaminson, NJ
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Networks Plus LLC is an IT managed services company. Their small team is in Cinnaminson, New Jersey. Their services include IT managed services and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, AL
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Established in 2008, JWEB Development LLC is an IT managed services company. The team focuses on IT managed services and Web Design and is headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama.
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List of the Top 15 United States IT Services Companies
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Glendale, CA
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37.3/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999Cranbury, NJ
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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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38.6/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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$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.