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Best Search Engine Marketing Companies

154 Companies-Rankings updated: November 03, 2026

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  • Our Creative Portfolio Smarter Results Across the Web.

    Design Sketchers is a comprehensive digital marketing service provider, dedicated to transforming your vision of online presence into a remarkable reality. Our emphasis lies in cultivating robust customer engagement strategies, ensuring an impactful and immersive online experience for your audience...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Modesto, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Creating Permanent Digital Success

    We are a full serviced digital marketing agency that started out as a specliast SEO agency. We work with a range of clients and have a lot of experience with ecommerce, fashion and travel brands...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Romford, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $650/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Create new experiences for your brand.

    Olympus is not just an ordinary agency; we position ourselves as your strategic partners at the intersection of creativity and growth. Our approach is guided by three fundamental principles: embracing change and continuous innovation, turning obstacles into opportunities, and consistently exceeding...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Tallinn, Estonia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $350/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • World of Chic Things.

    Chiic Digital stands as the foremost E-commerce and Digital Marketing agency, esteemed for its unparalleled service catering to elite brands and leading hospitality businesses. Operating under the umbrella of Chiic World Vietnam, we specialize in an array of services including Marketing communication...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Da Nang, Vietnam
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $350/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • The best SEO agency you have come across!

    Wiideman Consulting Group, Inc., formerly known as "SEO Steve," is a leading agency specializing in SEO consulting, training, strategy, and procurement services...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    Location
    La Mirada, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Integrated Marketing Solution

    Outdoor and Billboards Nigeria specializes in dynamic outdoor advertising solutions across Lagos, Nigeria. From strategic media buying to creative concept development and precise campaign placement, the agency elevates brand visibility and engagement through innovative outdoor marketing strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Ikeja, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Connecting Your Vision with Video

    D-MAK Productions is an esteemed film, video production, live events production, and video editing agency located in Phoenix, Arizona...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Propellic

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    SEO & Paid Media For Travel & Tourism Companies

    Specializing in travel and tourism brands, Propellic offers SEO, Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn advertising, SEO, and AI search optimization. With 3M+ monthly traveler discoveries across its client base, it has delivered results for clients like Captain Experiences and Thrifty Traveler...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Propellic Services

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    • Captain Experiences
    • Unexpected Virtual Tours & Training
    • 10xTravel
    • ExperienceFirst
    • Sansara Resort
    • Starline Tours of Hollywood
    • Another Side Tours
    • Travly
    • Kailani Tours
    • Nocturne Luxury Villas
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Propellic Reviews & Testimonials

    • Cody Dollowitch
      Cody Dollowitch Marketing Program Manager at Grand European Travel
      5.0★

      SEO Review from Cody Dollowitch

      We, hired Propellic to increase traffic and leads from targeted product categories and content pages. Propellic successfully implemented SEO strategies to improve our keyword rankings, delivering on time and meeting quality expectations. We're very impressed by the work being done at Grand European Travel and enjoyed working with their dedicated team on an SEO project over the past two months.

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  • Solving Brand's Battle in Mind!

    Partners with brand managers to launch strategic, tailored campaigns fast, focused, and without the back-and-forth. From strategy to performance, we simplify your job and make your brand more effective...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Timeless Design

    ps:studios is a design and marketing firm that proudly produces a broad range of visual communication projects for a very diverse group of clients. These projects include branding and identity, collateral, website design and development, print and broadcast advertising, among others...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Performance Marketing Specialist

    Umairconsult is a performance marketing consultancy led by Muhammad Umair, a Performance Marketing Specialist since 2019. We plan and manage Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns for e-commerce and lead-generation businesses, focused on measurable ROAS and revenue growth...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Multan, Pakistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Discover Your Digital Space

    The Social Being is an award-winning, leading advertising agency that prides itself on giving continuous attention to our client’s needs and providing excellent client satisfaction by working as a San Antonio internet marketing company. We specialize in WordPress Website Development, SEO and Social Media...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We're Tourism People That Do Digital Marketing

    Tomahawk Tourism Marketing is an international agency specialising in tourism and digital marketing. Our main client base are located in New Zealand, Australia and the Pacific Islands...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Auckland, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We help companies win new and better customers online.

    Againstmedia is an independent digital agency. Our development expertise and in-depth strategy set us apart within the industry and help you achieve goals. We focus on optimizing your customer relationships. The economy is becoming more and more fast-paced, the offers more and more extensive and the customers...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Velden am Wörthersee, Austria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $189/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Agency for Ambitious Brands

    Paradigm is a full-service marketing agency helping brands grow with confidence through branding, digital marketing, and web design. For 30 years, we've crafted powerful stories, built authentic connections, and delivered results that move brands forward...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Take Your Social Media To The Next Level.

    Social Direct stands as a leading digital marketing agency in Brisbane, focusing on social media marketing, SEO, paid advertising, and web design. Our skilled team crafts customized strategies to enhance traffic, improve conversions, and elevate online presence for businesses across various scales...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    South Brisbane, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $180/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Leading global provider of digital, IT and telecommunication services.

    Commerx Corporation offers a range of services to optimize and enhance business operations. Our expertise spans across Telecom Services, Digital & Technology Solutions, Billing & Revenue Management, Reputation Management, and Workforce Management. We provide custom designs, business software, and...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Reputation Management
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Calgary, Canada
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Digital Marketing Advantage

    We are a Lancaster, Pennsylvania-based digital marketing firm that uses powerful design, compelling content, thoughtful functionality, and proven internet marketing techniques to improve our clients' site rankings, traffic, and lead generation...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Conestoga, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital marketing solutions for every size business.

    Leveraging a decade of experience in the fast moving consumer goods sector , our mission at Bahia Brand Marketing is to help empower small and medium-sized businesses with solutions that increase online visibility, better connect with the right audiences, and grow their brands...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Where Strategy Becomes Scalable Growth

    The Gridwell Group is a growth strategy and execution firm that helps companies scale with clarity. We align brand, revenue, and systems to design growth that is repeatable, profitable, and built to last. Our leadership team brings together distinct disciplines...strategy, revenue, and execution to help...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Franklin, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Any size. Any market. Without limitations.

    From Maine to nationwide, marketing without limitations...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Portland, Maine
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
  • Marketing Built to Move Faster & Make an Impact.

    Brandmint is a content-first advertising agency focused on saving clients time, maximizing their return on marketing investments, and maximizing output and impact...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Rochester, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Award-Winning Northwest Indiana Web Design and Marketing Agency.

    Sera Group stands as a comprehensive creative agency, providing a gamut of services encompassing digital marketing, web design, and branding, all strategically designed to facilitate businesses in achieving their objectives. Our team comprises adept strategists and designers who are dedicated to crafting...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • PPC
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    La Porte, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • ForeFront Web

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    Google Premier Partner - Conversion digital marketing since 2001

    Forefront Web is an SEO-first digital marketing agency with 24 years of experience offering SEO, PPC, web design, content marketing, branding, social media, and eCommerce services. It has a track record of boosting client leads by 93% or more without increasing ad spend...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Dublin, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    9 Projects Listed

    ForeFront Web Services

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Development
    • CRO
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • eCommerce Development
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    • Honda of America
    • Orthopedic One
    • Columbus Recreation and Parks
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    ForeFront Web Reviews & Testimonials

    • Madison Shaheen
      Madison Shaheen Senior Manager of Communications and Marketing at Western Reserve Land Conservancy
      5.0★

      Web Development Review from Madison Shaheen

      I worked with Forefront to redesign my nonprofits website and had an amazing experience. They were professional, creative, easy to work with.. I could go on and on. Our website looks amazing and is exactly what we were hoping for. I worked closely with Nick during the process and could not speak more highly of him.Since our redesign project completed, we now use Forefront for our website maintenance and that has also been just a flawless experience. Anytime I run into a problem Phill helps me in a timely manner and is so helpful.Can't recommend Forefront enough!

    • Tracy Brockman
      Tracy Brockman Associate Director of Information Technology at Pontifical College Josephinum
      5.0★

      Web Development Review from Tracy Brockman

      We had our business website done by Forefront and they were all wonderful to work with. Nick and Deanna were there for us every step of the way and through every change of mind we had. If you are looking for a website developing company who listens and takes the time to understand the needs and functionality of a new website, this is your team!

    • Dee Holleran
      Dee Holleran Director, Mission Advancement and Communications at Dominican Sisters of Peace
      5.0★

      Web Development Review from Dee Holleran

      Our work with Nick Aiello has been terrific. The entire team has been patient, helpful, and innovative in their ideas and execution!

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  • Anderson Collaborative

    VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.

    Solving the Marketing Problems of Today With the Strategies of Tomorrow

    Welcome to Anderson Collaborative! We are a dynamic marketing & advertising agency dedicated to driving brand growth. Our expert team creates custom strategies tailored to your needs. Recognized by Yahoo Finance & Market Watch, we've managed $575M in marketing spend and generated $1.25B in revenue...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • AEO
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed

    Anderson Collaborative Services

    • Digital Marketing
    • AEO
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Market Research
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile, its website, and other relevant accounts
    • Body Ecology
    • JAMNOLA
    • Washify
    • D Magazine
    • Jack Daniels
    • Cointreau
    • Kanex
    • W Hotels
    • Sotheby's
    • Berkshire Hathaway
    Data sourced from the agency's DesignRush profile

    Anderson Collaborative Reviews & Testimonials

    • Sean Henke
      Sean Henke Chief Operating Officer at Stealth Health Life, LLC
      5.0★

      Digital Marketing Review from Sean Henke

      Anderson Collaborative runs our marketing reporting, google ads, marketing, and supports our digital and print design. They feel like part of our team. Anderson Collaborative's team are sharp and on top of all the ad spend movements and tweaks, especially Nazareno and Trevor. Naz's advice regularly catches things we missed and points out dynamics for our team to chew on. Anderson Collaborative's design and editing team also adapts very well. Carolina helped us re-design our entire original cookbook to digital and hardcopy format, including an entire re-design to a different book size. Not easy to do, and they nailed it. They're now helping guide us through a TikTok Shop launch. When we disagree, they talk it through with us and we land somewhere that works. If you want an agency that cares about your business and can help in a lot of different areas, I'd recommend them highly

    • Steve Canfield
      Steve Canfield Co-Founder at The Curious Thing
      5.0★

      Digital Marketing Review from Steve Canfield

      We brought Anderson Collaborative in to run Meta ads for The Curious Thing, our personalized portrait gift shop, after months of trying to figure it out on our own. On day one Trevor delivered a full funnel plan and a clean campaign structure, and he has kept sharpening it since: moving our campaigns to optimize for actual purchases, sending every ad straight to a create page with the right style and product already picked, and giving new creative its own budget so each test gets a fair read. What stands out most is how deep he goes. He dug through our pixel data and even our code to explain a shift in what customers were buying, worked out which audiences had really driven sales, and his reported numbers match our own payment records exactly. When we flag something, it gets handled quickly and explained clearly, and every update tells us what changed, why, and when we will review it. It is a genuine pleasure working with Trevor and the team. They feel like a partner who cares about our business, not just a vendor running ads. Highly recommend. Full disclosure: my wife previously worked at the agency. We now hire them directly as a paying client.

    • Wendy Watson
      Wendy Watson Owner at Summer Salt Gymnastics
      5.0★

      Digital Marketing Review from Wendy Watson

      I highly recommend Anderson Collaborative. Trevor created a beautiful logo package for my company, Summer Salt Gymnastics. My company logo is better than I envisioned. He included horizontal and stacked versions in main colors, solid colors, and black/white for the logo package. He answered all of my messages and emails in a timely manner and put together many drafts until we reached the final product. Thank you Anderson Collaborative and Trevor for your communication, quality, and creativity.

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  • Brand Marketing Specialists

    516 Marketing Inc is a dedicated digital marketing company on helping brands elevate their online visibility and shine prominently across search engines...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
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    Location
    Flint, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Ignite Your Brands Full Potential

    FUEL partners with creatively-minded marketing leaders to build brands through meaningful brand strategy, memorable brand design, and compelling campaigns to stand out - and succeed - in loud and crowded markets...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Greenville, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Portfolios Count
    19 Projects Listed
  • Love Growth. Hate Waste.

    Tinuiti is the largest independent fullfunnel performance marketing agency in the U.S., managing over $4billion in media spend across search, social, commerce, TV/audio, and affiliate channels. With 1,200+ employees and locations across North America, the agency blends media expertise, data science, and...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Video Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Web. Apps. Marketing. Digital Strategy.

    Think It First is a digital strategy consultancy, specializing in web design, app development, and marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Sustainable Businesses. Smart Marketing.

    Liquid Spark is a full service marketing agency specializing in adventure tourism and outdoor recreation. We serve adventure companies & organizations, destinations, and outdoor recreation brands that serve people, place, and planet. We create, deliver, and refine integrated multi channel marketing campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Bryson City, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Where Marketing Takes Flight

    Propel your business forward with digital marketing services from Flybolt. From PPC management to strategic marketing consultation, we have a comprehensive toolkit for engineering your success. Want to avoid the nuts & bolts of marketing? Put us in the driver seat to steer your marketing operations. Have ace...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Reputation Management
    • PPC
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Do it in Style, Idaho Style

    Idaho Style is an Award Winning Digital Marketing Firm that specializes in achieving results through Web Design, Development, SEO, PPC and Social Media. Our passion for helping businesses grow and our dedication to providing quality services has earned us a reputation as one of the best in the business. If...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Boise, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Your Digital Partner

    Site Dudes Inc. specializes in crafting customized, professional, and interactive websites designed to cater to the unique needs of startup and small businesses. As a testament to our prowess in the field, we consistently welcome 300 to 400 new clients to our portfolio each month, establishing ourselves as...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Managed Services
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • Digital Solutions That Grow Your Business.

    Web Impetus is a distinguished digital agency located in the Delhi NCR region of India. Our expertise lies in catering to clients in the domains of Digital Marketing encompassing SEO, SEM/PPC, and Social Media, as well as Web Design and Development, and Branding. Our core mission revolves around delivering...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    Noida, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • Empowering Business Success with Custom WordPress, WooCommerce, and Marketing Solutions.

    Difento serves as your strategic ally in achieving digital solutions and online triumph. If you seek a collaborative partner who comprehends your customers' needs, look no further. We specialize in the world's leading e-commerce platform, offering expertise and support. Since our inception, our dynamic and...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • eCommerce
    • WordPress Website Design
    • CRO
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Aarhus, Denmark
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Unlocking the mysteries of online visibility.

    Labyrinth Brand Co is a digital agency that helps modern brands become clearer, more credible, and easier to discover online...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Reputation Management
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Plano, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Your problem. Our build.

    Pronova Designs delivers customized, cutting-edge digital solutions that seamlessly blend innovation, design, and data-driven strategy. Our meticulous approach ensures your real-world goals are kept in focus at every step. We equip you to thrive in the digital landscape and achieve remarkable business growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Brownsville, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Operate At The Intersection Of Brand, Creative and Performance Based Media.

    At Vonnimedia, we are a premier Social led, Full service marketing agency driven by a relentless pursuit of results. Our team brings strategy, creative and media buying together to help brands tell their stories that actually move the needle on growing their business...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Production
    • Digital Services
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Web Design & Google, Microsoft & Meta Ads Specialists

    We build outstanding websites and scale extraordinary Google, Microsoft and Meta Ads campaigns, growing your monthly profits, expanding your online reach and winning awards for our work because we put you, our clients, first...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Monmouth, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • Digital marketing that works for you

    DeClement Digital Consulting helps businesses grow through SEO, paid search, email marketing, AI search, and custom AI solutions all focused on results you can measure...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • CRO
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Search Engine Marketing Agencies

What is the difference between SEO and SEM?

The main difference between these two marketing branches is how they acquire traffic: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) earns traffic organically, while Search Engine Marketing (SEM) buys traffic through paid ads. 

AspectSEOSEM
Traffic sourceOrganic (unpaid)Paid (ads on search engines)
Cost modelNo cost-per-clickPay-per-click (PPC)
Result speedSlow, builds over timeFast, immediate visibility
PlacementOrganic search resultsTop and bottom ad placements
StrategyContent, technical setup, backlinksBidding, ad copy, targeting
Long-term valueHigh, compounding over timeStops when the budget stops
ControlLimited control over rankingsFull control over spend and targeting

What platforms are used for search engine marketing?

Search engine marketing runs mainly on paid search platforms. Google Ads leads globally, with regional and niche platforms used based on audience and market. 

  • Google Ads is the largest platform and covers Google Search, YouTube, Gmail, and partner sites. 
  • Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) reaches Bing, Yahoo, and AOL users. It often has lower CPCs. 
  • Amazon Ads shows search ads inside Amazon for product-driven campaigns. 
  • Apple Search Ads promotes apps within App Store search results. 
  • Baidu Ads is the primary platform in China. 
  • Yandex Ads is dominant in Russia and nearby markets. 

Can a search engine marketing company guarantee a #1 ranking?

No. An SEM agency cannot guarantee a #1 ranking. 

Search ads run on an auction, and ad rank depends on bid, ad quality, expected click-through rate, and landing page experience. Competitors change bids constantly, so positions shift in real time. 

Agencies control strategy, targeting, and optimization. They improve results, reduce costs, and increase conversions, but they do not control the auction or competitors, so no one can consistently promise the top spot. 

How much do SEM services cost?

Best SEM agencies typically charge between $100 and $300 per hour. Most businesses spend $500 to $5,000+ per month on SEM, while competitive industries can spend from $10,000 to $50,000+. Total cost combines ad spend and agency fees. 

  • Ad spend: You pay for each click, but some clicks cost a few dollars, while competitive keywords like legal or finance can go above $50 per click. Total spend depends on how many clicks you want and how competitive your market is. 
  • SEM companies’ monthly fees: 
    • $500 to $1,500 per month for basic setup and management 
    • $1,000 to $5,000 per month for full service and optimization 
    • $10,000 to $50,000+ for large-scale, multi-platform campaigns 

Search engine marketing agencies can also charge a percentage of ad spend, usually between 5% and 20%. 

As a general rule, many companies allocate around 10% to 12% of revenue to SEM and digital advertising. 

How long does it take to see SEM results?

SEM companies can deliver results for paid search within days, while SEO takes months to build traffic and rankings. 

Paid search can drive traffic almost immediately after launch. Early results appear within hours or days, but campaigns need a few weeks to stabilize. Most accounts become efficient within 2 to 8 weeks, and performance becomes stronger after 2 to 3 months. 

SEO works much more slowly. The first 1 to 3 months usually go into technical fixes, content creation, and indexing. Noticeable traffic growth often occurs between 3 and 6 months for less-competitive terms. Strong rankings and consistent traffic typically take 6 to 12 months or more, especially for new websites.