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 NameHourly RateSizeBest For
SmartSites$100/hr100 - 249Digital Marketing Services
SearchbloomInquireUnder 49SEO and PPC Marketing
HigherVisibilityInquire50 - 99SEO, Paid Media, Website Design
Disruptive AdvertisingInquire100 - 249PPC & Digital Marketing
JumpFlyInquire50 - 99Digital Marketing
Ruckus$175/hr50 - 99Full-Service Agency
Rankings$199/hrUnder 49Law Firm SEO
STAN VENTURES$100/hr500 - 999Link-Building Services
97 Switch$150/hrUnder 49Marketing & Web Design
Digital Silk$150/hr100 - 249Digital Experiences

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  • 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

    SmartSites Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Advertising
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Services
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    • A&A Thermal Spray
    • AGA Truck Parts
    • Agape Health and Wellness
    • Agile Data Sites
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    SmartSites Reviews & Testimonials

    • Paloma Anguiano
      Paloma Anguiano Content Manager at JP Pierre, LLC.
      5.0★

      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.

    • Brianna Porter
      Brianna Porter Chief Operating Officer at The Ryan Law Group
      5.0★

      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.

    • Jim Curry
      Jim Curry Owner at Royale Coffee Co.
      5.0★

      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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  • 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

    HigherVisibility Services

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Caliber Collision
    • BBQGuys
    • Warner Bros
    • Ebay
    • Orangetheory Fitness
    • Hotworx
    • Ziebart
    • Allied Van Lines
    • Newegg
    • Fitness 19
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    HigherVisibility Reviews & Testimonials

    • Michael Brumleve
      Michael Brumleve CEO at Brumleve Industries
      5.0★

      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)

    • Jason Lewin
      Jason Lewin CMO at American Paper Optics
      5.0★

      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)

    • Ed Stephens III
      Ed Stephens III Pastor at Golden Gate Cathedral
      5.0★

      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
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    12 Projects Listed

    Design In DC Services

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Services
    • Advertising
    • Product Design
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Consumer Bankers Association
    • Examit
    • Summit Ridge Energy
    • JFL Consulting
    • Lateenz
    • Solar Landscape
    • Warfel Construction
    • CiviClick
    • Priovant Therapeutics
    • Hilton
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Design In DC Reviews & Testimonials

    • Mackenzie Shriner
      Mackenzie Shriner Owner at Distinctive Deck Designs
      4.8★

      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!

    • Jo Maney
      Jo Maney Principal at BGR Group
      5.0★

      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.

    • Sapna Doshi, Ph.D.
      Sapna Doshi, Ph.D. Owner at Mind Body Health LLC
      5.0★

      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!

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  • Embellish Digital Experiences

    We are your technology partner for software innovation and market-leading solutions. Accelerate your business growth with our customer-led, insights driven and innovative solutions. With more than a decade of experience, Grawlix has possessed the capabilities and skilled resources to offer competitive and...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Working to rid the world of bad design, one job at a time.

    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
  • Driving sustainable growth for leading apps

    Yodel Mobile is the leading, award-winning global app marketing agency. With over a decade of experience, we specialise in driving scalable and sustainable app growth for some of the world's most innovative brands and startups...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • PPC
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $130/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • We build whole brands for modern consumers.

    Barkley, an AdTech company and a nominee for the 2022 AdWeek Agency of the Year, is a full-service, independent creative idea business that aids in the development of entire brands and their greatest potential. With the firm conviction that all brands, including ours, can be a force for good in the world, we...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $152/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Driven by Data. Fueled by Humans.

    Since 2009, our digital marketing experts have supported the growth of each other, our clients, and communities. Through Paid Media, Organic Search, and Analytics, BFO continuously provides results and growth for our clients. With an average of 8 years in the industry per expert, we know our stuff!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Make Local Businesses Impossible To Ignore

    Precision Digital Marketing is a results-focused digital marketing agency that helps businesses grow their online presence through data-driven strategies, combining SEO, digital advertising, and innovative marketing solutions to drive measurable performance...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    Location
    Schaumburg, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $56/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empower your global transformation with Flexsin - Let's get you set up!

    Flexsin is a certified Microsoft application development partner, known for its leading ASP.NET development services. Our team, based in India, is dedicated to delivering flexible, reliable, and customized web and enterprise applications that meet the unique needs of each enterprise...

    Top Services:

    • DevOps Consulting
    • VR/AR
    • Software Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Empower Your Online Success.

    Digineutrons is a comprehensive solutions provider dedicated to helping businesses grow through innovative strategies and cutting-edge technology. We combine expertise with a client-focused approach to deliver exceptional results across diverse industries. We empower businesses with strategic marketing and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • SEO
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $18/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Find Your Audience, Convert & Build Loyalty.

    We believe marketing isn't about brand recognition and traffic generation, but it is about creating and optimizing the user journey through conversion. This pivotal section of the user journey is the point of action as this is where we drive return on investment. As your marketing agency, we don't stop at...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Crystal Lake, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Strategic Design. Meaningful Impact.

    We craft brand and corporate communications that enhance interactions and reinforce positive attributes, empowering businesses with strategic advantages through research, visualization, and collaboration...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Home of Creative That Earns.

    Praytell is a creative communications agency thats shaking things up. We believe social media, PR, and influencer marketing work best together. Rooted in strategic and creative thinking, we craft Creative That Earns whether its attention, sales, or a high five!...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Digital Marketing Agency.

    Ranknality is the best digital marketing agency to convert your website traffic into revenue...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Direct Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    West Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Simplifying Marketing While Amplifying Your Brand

    SGK is a world-renowned provider of packaging and brand experience solutions. As an industry leader, we work to deliver value-added experiences with each interaction...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Advertising
    • Digital Strategy
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Equipped For Every Good Work.

    Ruteappz is an IT consulting and software development company dedicated to creating and transforming products, services, and enterprises. Our goal is to drive business growth both today and in the future by leveraging innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed

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