Top Yahoo SEO Companies in the United States
From New York’s media and finance corridors to Seattle’s proximity to Microsoft and Bing, the United States offers deep expertise for brands optimizing beyond Google. U.S.-based Yahoo SEO agencies understand how to drive visibility across Bing-powered Yahoo search, balance multi-engine strategies, and align with American consumer behavior, regulations, and market seasonality.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chowchilla, CA
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RAM Digitech is a small Digital Strategy company based in Chowchilla, California. The team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Clovis, CA
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Augmentify Inc is a SEO agency. Their midsize team of employees is headquartered in Clovis, California. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Evansville, IN
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Accuracy SEO is a Marketing Strategy company. The Evansville, Indiana-based firm was launched in 2024. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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Cloud [8] Sixteen, Inc is an Austin, Texas-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Local SEO Sites is a social media marketing firm. Founded in 2010, the firm is located in Irvine, California. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49San Juan Capistrano, CA
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Web design agency iSearch By City was founded in 2010. The company focuses on Web Design and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Liverpool, NY
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See all 6 projectsACS Web Design & SEO is a comprehensive digital services agency specializing in SEO, website design, and online visibility enhancement. Their reviews highlight a 100% satisfaction rate, with clients repeatedly praising their expertise, attention to detail, and effective communication. Approximately 80% of reviews specifically commend their ability to improve search visibility and SEO rankings, reinforcing their proficiency in digital visibility enhancement and search engine marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rancho Cucamonga, CA
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Public relations agency Marketing Unlimited is based in Rancho Cucamonga, California. Launched in 2022, the team offers Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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See all 2 projectsSharkmatic offers comprehensive services in SEO, Website Development, and Social Media Marketing. Reviewers consistently highlight Sharkmatic's dedication to client success, prompt communication, and effective project management. Feedback underscores the company's ability to enhance online visibility and website ranking, making Sharkmatic a valued partner in digital marketing initiatives.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Naples, FL
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Small SEO company Riptide SEO, LLC, is headquartered in Naples, Florida. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Yeshaya Dev is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Brooklyn, New York, their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lawrenceville, GA
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Vigital Inc is an Advertising company. The team is based in Lawrenceville, Georgia, and their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9El Cajon, CA
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Established in 2023, VDO Business Services, LLC., a small web design company, is located in El Cajon, California. Their team focuses on Web Design and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Olympia, WA
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Power 360 Media is an Advertising company. Their team is located in Olympia, Washington. The company focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Alchemy Fusion, LLC is an Advertising company launched in 2024. The firm provides Advertising and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Branding agency eMotion Marketing was launched in 2024. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Redlands, CA
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Established in 2018, Marketing 720 is a small Redlands, California-based Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Urbana, OH
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Based in Urbana, Ohio, Berry Digital Solutions is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gallatin, TN
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LC Winford SEO & Web Design is a SEO services firm. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and are based in Gallatin, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Charlotte SEO Pro is a Content Marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Founded in 2018, KWW is a small pay per click agency. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Launched in 2024, Boost Digital Marketing is a social media marketing company. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bronxville, NY
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My Marketing Stars is a social media marketing firm founded in 2022. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Arlington, TX
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Vmarket360, a Digital Strategy company, focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Arlington, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Worth, TX
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Marketing Doctors is a Marketing Strategy company. They were launched in 2008, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Littleton, CO
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1SpotInfo is a SEO agency launched in 2005. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is in Littleton, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Small branding firm 2D Optimized Marketing, is in Kansas City, Missouri. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Chicagoland SEO Company is a small Chicago, Illinois-based Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Chicago SEO Company, a small Content Marketing company, is located in Chicago, Illinois. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brewster, MA
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Launched in 2013, Ailie Inc is a branding agency. The company specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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DernTech is an AI development company founded in 2024. The firm specializes in Artificial Intelligence and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Mobile & App Marketing company Growth Launch was established in 2025. The small team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Minneapolis, MN
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Established in 2006, Minneapolis SEO Company is a SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Clemente, CA
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Unsung Studio, a branding firm, provides Branding and Web Design. The company is located in San Clemente, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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Alpyne Strategy, LLC is a small SEO services firm established in 2019. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Brentwood, TN
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Branding agency OMNICOMMANDER was launched in 2017. The firm focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Overland Park, KS
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Launched in 2015, Legalfit, a midsize social media marketing firm, is in Overland Park, Kansas. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Asbury Park, NJ
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Strive System Webtech is an Email Marketing company. Based in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the company provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Odessa, FL
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NuBrand Media is a small branding firm. Launched in 2000, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gardnerville, NV
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Founded in 2015, Noble By Design is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Indian Hills, CO
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BRE Management LLC. Is a Marketing Strategy company. Headquartered in Indian Hills, Colorado, the agency was founded in 2023. Their team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pikesville, MD
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Maryland Web Design Corporation is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 1999. The company is in Pikesville, Maryland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Founded in 2008, Phoenix Afterglow is a small Irvine, California-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Mission Viejo, CA
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Small e-commerce development company Your Store Wizards, is based in Mission Viejo, California. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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B.iD LLC, a branding firm, is headquartered in Houston, Texas. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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See all 10 projectsTrailX5 is a dynamic SEO agency specializing in Organic Search Optimization and Digital Visibility Enhancement. With a 100% positive feedback rate across reviews, clients commend their strategic creativity and data-driven approach. They excel in managing Meta advertising, enhancing local search performance, and delivering targeted marketing campaigns, all while aligning with clients’ values and budget constraints.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Sonority Group, LLC is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and are headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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AKNY Media Group, a midsize SEO company, is based in New York, New York. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Middletown, DE
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LPHADS, a SEO agency, was established in 2012. The company offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is midsize.
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Portland, OR
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34.1/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Doylestown, PA
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35.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Blue Bell, PA
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35/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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34.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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33.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lakewood, CO
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31.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cheswick, PA
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29.7/40.017/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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31.9/40.015.6/20 Reviews6.4/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Newton, MA
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30.9/40.015.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Austin, TX
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29.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews5.4/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Columbus, OH
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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30.3/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Melbourne, FL
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30.4/40.017.4/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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25.8/40.016.4/20 Reviews3.3/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Carbondale, IL
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29.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.4/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Newark, DE
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27.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.3/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Staten Island, NY
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24.4/40.017.4/20 Reviews2.4/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Cerritos, CA
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22.6/40.017/20 Reviews0.7/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Columbus, OH
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25.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews3.2/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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21/40.016.4/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Naperville, IL
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23.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews1.4/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Buffalo, NY
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20.2/40.013/20 Reviews1.4/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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23.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews2.8/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Ramona, CA
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25.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews4.5/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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24.5/40.015.2/20 Reviews2.8/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Mill, SC
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22.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews0/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
30% Search Engine Optimization10% Yahoo SEO70% Other
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United States Yahoo SEO FAQs
U.S. agencies work daily in the Bing–Yahoo ecosystem and understand how it differs from Google, including how on-page clarity, authoritative backlinks, and structured data influence rankings. Proximity to major hubs (Seattle for Microsoft/Bing, NYC for media and enterprise, Bay Area for tech, Austin for startups) means stronger access to partner networks, talent, and category-specific press. You’ll also benefit from shared time zones, compliance with U.S. privacy laws, and content tuned to American search intent and language nuances.
Pricing varies thanks to factors such as scope, competitiveness, and whether work spans multiple engines (Yahoo/Bing plus Google). On Clutch, most U.S.-based Yahoo SEO firms charge:
- Monthly retainers: $1,500 – $7,500 for SMBs; $10,000 – $30,000+ for enterprise programs
- Hourly rates: $100 – $200+ for senior U.S. specialists
- Projects/audits: $3,000 – $20,000+ depending on site size and depth (technical, content, and backlink analysis)
Ask if the quote includes Bing Webmaster Tools setup, XML sitemap management, structured data, content production, digital PR, and local listing cleanup.
Most agencies support a broad mix, with common strengths in:
- E-commerce and marketplaces (SKU-scale optimization, feed hygiene)
- SaaS and B2B tech (documentation SEO, demos, and lead-gen funnels)
- Healthcare and finance (E-E-A-T-driven content and compliance awareness)
- Legal and professional services (local + multi-location strategies)
- Media, education, and nonprofits (editorial SEO and content ops)
If you operate in regulated or YMYL categories, prioritize teams with proven methodologies for authority-building and review management.
- Validate multi-engine expertise — Look for case studies that cite gains on Yahoo/Bing, not just Google.
- Evaluate their technical foundations — Ensure they audit indexation, crawl depth, site speed, Core Web Vitals, and structured data coverage.
- Check their content and links — Ask how they research U.S. intent, map topics, and earn authoritative links without risky tactics.
- Verify their tooling and reporting — They should verify your site in Bing Webmaster Tools, submit sitemaps, and report on impressions, clicks, and conversions by engine.
- Check for their references — Review Clutch feedback in your industry and request U.S.-based references that mirror your goals and budget.
Shortlist 2–3 firms, ask for a diagnostic readout, and compare hypotheses, roadmaps, and KPIs before you commit.
- Guaranteed rankings or timelines
- No Bing Webmaster Tools verification or sitemap strategy
- Overreliance on private blog networks, paid link schemes, or spun content
- Vague audits that skip technical issues (duplicate content, canonicalization, JS rendering)
- One-size-fits-all packages with unclear deliverables and KPIs
- No plan for local listings, citations, or reviews if you’re a location-based business
A credible partner will outline risks, set realistic milestones, and show transparent reporting per search engine.