Our industry experts identified the top digital marketing agencies in Illinois that execute effective marketing initiatives. Use our practical tool to filter companies by average hourly rates, team size, reviews and city and select the best partner for your needs.
10 Most Popular Digital Marketing Agencies in Illinois Compared
Compare the 10 most popular digital marketing agencies in Illinois. Use the table below to get a quick overview of their hourly rates, company size, and best-fit clients to help you find the perfect partner for your needs.
| Agency Name | Hourly Rate | Size | Best For |
| SmartSites | $100/hr | 100 - 249 | Digital Marketing Services |
| Searchbloom | Inquire | Under 49 | SEO and PPC Marketing |
| HigherVisibility | Inquire | 50 - 99 | SEO, Paid Media, Website Design |
| Disruptive Advertising | Inquire | 100 - 249 | PPC & Digital Marketing |
| JumpFly | Inquire | 50 - 99 | Digital Marketing |
| Ruckus | $175/hr | 50 - 99 | Full-Service Agency |
| Rankings | $199/hr | Under 49 | Law Firm SEO |
| STAN VENTURES | $100/hr | 500 - 999 | Link-Building Services |
| 97 Switch | $150/hr | Under 49 | Marketing & Web Design |
| Digital Silk | $150/hr | 100 - 249 | Digital Experiences |
Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.

SmartSites
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.Think Web. Think Smart. Partner With the #1 Rated Digital Marketing Agency.
A results-driven digital marketing company, SmartSites provides expertise in PPC, SEO, email marketing, web design and development, and social media marketing backed by 15+ years of experience. Its accomplishments include serving 500+ clients and helping them raise $100M+ in revenue...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials

Digital Services Review from Paloma Anguiano
Overall I feel very confident working with Patrizia and Darius from Smart Site, they have given us clear explanations and accompanied us throughout the process for the growth of the brand. The attention to us is very fast and they advise us in an adequate way.

Digital Services Review from Brianna Porter
SmartSites impressed me from day one. They are knowledgable, kind, and most importantly keep things simple and streamlined so that even an SEO-newb like me can understand. Tiffany and Luna are my main points of contact and they are especially great! I would recommend to anyone looking for an agency to really take their website and digital presence to the next level.

PPC Review from Jim Curry
At first, a survey was conducted to gather company background, product information, target markets, etc. Next, accounts were established on various Google Business platforms, social media, etc. Then SmartSites created the ads and campaigns, and we were off and running in just a few weeks.
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Disruptive Advertising
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results
Disruptive Advertising provides paid search, paid social, SEO, Amazon marketing, email, CRO, lead generation, and creative services. Offering a 90-day results guarantee, it has managed $450M+ in annual ad spend for clients like Adobe, Matterport, and MyHealthTeams...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
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Disruptive Advertising Reviews & Testimonials

eCommerce Review from Anonymous
Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.

PPC Review from Anonymous
We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.

Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends
Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)
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Digital Ink
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Digital Ink empowers clients to elevate their brand through precision and creativity in branding, web design, SEO, and content marketing solutions. As a leading digital marketing company, we craft compelling narratives that engage C-suite audiences and drive measurable growth across competitive markets...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed

HigherVisibility
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.5-Time SEO Agency of the Year. [Named 2024 SEO Agency of the Year by Search Engine Land]
HigherVisibility is a digital marketing agency delivering SEO, PPC, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, link building, and web design. Named SEO Agency of the Year five times, it serves franchises, law firms, eCommerce, and automotive businesses from local to Fortune 1000 scale...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsHigherVisibility Services
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HigherVisibility Reviews & Testimonials

SEO Review from Michael Brumleve
We have used HigherVisibility now going on 3 years. Our SEO rankings and eCommerce sales have been fantastic over that time span. More than I could [have] anticipated. This team knows what they are doing in the complex SEO and PPC world and are a huge asset to us. 3 years ago, we had basically 0 online presence. Now, we are consistently ranking #1 on Google for our best-selling products. (Verified via email)

SEO Review from Jason Lewin
Have been working with [HigherVisibility] for years, and the quality of their work just keeps getting better. Always there when you need them. Would definitely recommend! (Verified via email)

Digital Marketing Review from Ed Stephens III
HigherVisibility provided solutions to our problems. They are reliable and effective. We love working with Gracie. You can’t beat stellar customer service.
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Design In DC
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.A Digital Agency For The Future
Design in DC sustains brand growth through full-funnel digital marketing services, spanning SEO, social media, content marketing, email marketing, PPC, sales automation, and strategy development. With 9+ years of experience, it has helped companies like Accenture and JFL Consulting maximize ROI...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accountsDesign In DC Services
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Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

Web Design Review from Mackenzie Shriner
I contracted design in DC to build me a custom website. they were accommodating of my budget, very responsive, and gave good insight on layout, content and design. the process was very straightforward and the final product is great!

Web Design Review from Jo Maney
DDC has been an excellent partner since we engaged with them in 2023. The DDC team worked with us to completely redesign our website and work to provide ongoing digital marketing services. The DDC team has been responsive, proactive, and thorough with their work. They are also very transparent about how they operate and how much time special projects will require. We have referred DDC to several clients and partners thanks to their outstanding process and product. DDC is a very professional, creative, and well-organized team.

Web Design Review from Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
My experience working with Design in DC was incredible. Everyone was friendly, approachable, and seemed to genuinely care about helping create the best possible website for my business. They were also invested in making sure the process was one in which I enjoyed and felt taken care of. The regular meetings made me feel like I was a priority and that progress was continually being made. I so appreciated the attention to detail in regards to the user experience. The collaboration in understanding my wishes and desires for the website and user experience was met with patience and paying attention to detail on my behalf. Not only were they taking my suggestions but offering their own to help me maximize the potential of my website. The design and functionality is more than what I could have imagined. I know, undoubtedly, that the work that Design in DC did for me will help my business grow. After wasting money in years past on website designers, I was worried I'd be doing hte same here. I was wrong. I don't think I'll ever need to search for another website designer group again. I would recommend this group to anyone I know. Thank you, Design in DC! It was an absolute pleasure working with all of you!
Reviews verified by DesignRush and sourced from the agency's profile View All Reviews120/80 is a Data-Driven PPC Management agency specializing in a broad range of solutions that drive leads and conversions...
Top Services:
- PPC
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Technology-led digital brand experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed

97 Switch
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.97 Switch is an award-winning Chicago and Portland digital marketing agency that specializes in marketing, web design and strategy...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Amsive is a data-driven performance marketing agency that enhances marketing ROI through innovative customer acquisition and engagement solutions...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Direct Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Bolingbrook, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Social Driver is a leading digital agency specializing in social media, digital strategy, content and video, websites, and brand design. Based in Washington DC, with teams in Seattle, Kansas City, Chicago, and Bellingham, WA, our culture focuses on partnership, creativity, stewardship, and service...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Marcel Digital is an award-winning website development and digital marketing agency. Founded in March 2003, Marcel remains one of the original and most well established digital marketing firms in the United States...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
PGM is a branding and marketing agency devoted to mission-driven organizations. We provide a range of services including: messaging, brand strategy, digital marketing, websites, social media, SEO, Google ads, copywriting, marketing automation, and more...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Full-service. Independently owned. WBE-certified. We accelerate growth for our clients' brands and businesses by designing and executing smart, data-driven creative campaigns, marketing strategies, and consumer experiences that will help you achieve and surpass your business growth goals faster...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Americaneagle.com is essentially a one-stop shop offering a comprehensive range of options for anyone wishing to thrive in their online pursuits. A family-owned, privately held business with a proven track record of success and reliability is Americaneagle.com...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Des Plaines, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
GMCI Creative is a full-service digital, print, web, video and experiental marketing and design agency that has been in Chicagoland since 1991. GMCI is a Certified Woman Owned Business. DUNS # 114578276. Cage ID 8FAF3...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Elgin, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
From custom web builds to data-enriched campaigns, we craft tailored strategies that skyrocket traffic, conversions, and ROI...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Oak Brook, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
TEC Direct Media is a media agency in Chicago. We plan and buy media for artists, brands and agencies so they can generate awareness, acquire new customers and drive sales...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
NOVUS is an independent media agency that architects growth with purpose where every media decision is intentional, measurable, and built for impact...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Sixth City Marketing taps into the vast potential of your website to improve your online presence. Through our unique hands-on approach, we listen, understand, and then act, ensuring you get optimal results and ROI. See what our data-driven marketing services can do for your business today...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Windy City Web Solutions is a premier web design and development agency based in Chicago. We craft custom, high-performing websites engineered to convert visitors into loyal clients. From custom web application development to search engine optimization (SEO), we deliver clean, scalable digital experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Benchmarketing Group is a digital marketing agency specializing in data-driven solutions that drive measurable growth. Whether you're looking for expertise in SEO, content strategy, or a creative go-to-market plan, we have a data-driven solution to deliver measurable results...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $190/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A full-service creative & marketing agency with a mission to provide strategic storytelling to our clients. Our inventive business services and pioneering campaigns help organizations find their own path and carry out their vision. Pathfinder is breaking the rules and creating new ones to help your business...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Email Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Kankakee, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help ambitious organizations architect and build scalable digital ecosystems powered by modern CMS platforms, intelligent systems, and measurable strategy...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
Resolute is a global agency specializing in paid media, performance marketing and measurement...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $375/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Orbit is an award-winning digital marketing and web design agency based in Chicago. Orbit is a team of in-house web design, web development and optimization experts. Our digital marketing services focus on SEO-driven website design, development and conversion optimization...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- CRO
- SEO
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Rawcut Creative Company is not your typical agencyits a team of bold thinkers, skilled designers, and sharp strategists who turn raw ideas into powerful, unforgettable brands. With a focus on clarity, creativity, and results, Rawcut cuts through the noise to deliver work that doesnt just look goodit...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Video Production
- Show more
- Location
- Channahon, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are the digital partners for small businesses in the US, Canada, Europe, and Australia. Specializing in expert SEO, AI-powered marketing, and performance optimization, we help you achieve real, measurable growth...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Show more
- Location
- Buffalo Grove, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Firebelly is a Chicago-based, socially conscious creative studio that specializes in strategic design, driven by its philosophy Good Design for Good Reason. The agency is known for creating brands that not only stand out but also contribute to social progress, emphasizing collaboration, empathy, and purpose...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Salem Surround, we help businesses excel with a full range of digital marketing services, from PPC and SEO to social media strategy, reputation management, and more. What makes us unique is our commitment to tailoring every plan to each clients specific goals, ensuring not just visibility but meaningful...
Top Services:
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Elk Grove Village, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
Bigmouth Creative is a purpose-driven brand and marketing agency that helps brands find their voice and amplify their impact. As a Certified B Corp, we blend strategy, design and storytelling to build brands that are as human as they are effective—helping companies and organizations do well by doing good...
Top Services:
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Show more
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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