Connect with leading search engine marketing agencies that drive qualified traffic and measurable growth through paid search strategy, campaign optimization, and data-driven ad management.

Best Search Engine Marketing Companies

1,867 Companies - Rankings updated: September 04, 2026

DesignRush vets all search engine marketing companies based on professional qualifications and verified client feedback to help you choose confidently. Some placements are paid.

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  • Digital Marketing Agency in the Heart of the North West

    We're a digital agency providing a wide range of premium services to small and medium sized businesses with a focus on WordPress websites and e-commerce webshops that generate a high return on clients' investments into them. We're UK based and work with businesses of all sizes from across the country...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
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    Location
    Uppermill, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Trusted Digital Marketing Agency in Singapore.

    iFoundries is a trusted digital marketing agency in Singapore, founded in 2005. It is best known for helping brands grow with data-driven digital marketing and website design strategies. iFoundries is a subsidiary of Atypical, a global technology company based in New York...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We are brand storytellers for B2B, B2C, products, non-profits and creatives.

    What is your company's objectives and who are the clients it needs to serve? The correct brand story bring two answers together. That's where Absolute Designers comes in. We've been telling brand stories for almost two decades. Whether professionals trying to improve their position in their local market to...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Haddon Township, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • One-Stop Solution For All Your Business Needs.

    Digital Professionals is a full-service digital agency based in Ireland, specializing in logo design, website design, digital marketing, and app development. They offer a wide range of services, including SEO, social media marketing, PPC, eCommerce solutions, and custom branding. The agency focuses on...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Reputation Management
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dublin, Ireland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A performance based digital growth agency offering full-stack marketing solutions.

    We think outside the box and are confident about delivering exceptional results in every digital channel. We firmly believe in our vision that the only limits that exist are those you put on yourself, and we are on a mission to remove them from your life...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • fueling your brand...

    We are a growth focused digital marketing & innovative agency. we believe that as the interactive universe continues to grows. Our flexible solutions will help you meet your business goals...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Kuwait City, Kuwait
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Whatever It Takes.

    WiT Group is a full-service, performance-driven marketing agency combining creative, marketing, and strategy to fuel growth. Our pay-for-performance (PFP) model ensures our success is tied to yours, delivering high-converting campaigns that produce measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • MarTech Made Simple, Performance Made Powerful.

    ZappyPeople provides hands-on consulting for performance marketing, offering expertise in MarTech integrations, advanced analytics, and web development to optimize marketing operations...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Masters in digital marketing with a creative edge.

    The Xwork team has been nurturing this uncannily deep passion for eCommerce and all things digital for the past 14 years or so by now. We've grappled with the elusive SEO (Search Engine Optimization), tackled the SEM (Search Engine Marketing) conundrum, embraced eCommerce, seek solace in SMM (Social Media...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Skudai, Malaysia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Company.

    Boost your brand with our results-driven digital marketing agency! We specialize in SEO, social media marketing, Google My Business optimization, PPC, and content creation to maximize your online visibility. Whether you're a startup or an established business, we craft tailored strategies to drive traffic...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Development
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Let Your Next Idea Take Flight

    Wise Raven Consulting is a web design and digital marketing firm helping businesses of all sizesacross industries like tech, startups, authors, and professional servicesbuild strong online presences. We specialize in custom websites, SEO, and strategic digital campaigns, and also offer fractional project...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Wilmington, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Growth Our Mission

    Crescita is a global team offering SEO, content marketing, brand identity design, and modern web design services engineered for measurable business growth...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Create Digital Impact

    We are a creative marketing studio focused on crafting meaningful impact through strategy, design, and technology. We help brands grow, connect, and stand out in the digital space from bold visual identities to engaging web experiences. Driven by curiosity and data, we turn ideas into results that truly...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Lublin, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Business Through Technology

    Sygmetiv Business Solutions is a technology-driven IT services company helping businesses streamline operations and scale digitally. We specialize in custom software development, ERP implementation, cloud solutions, and enterprise applications tailored to real business needs...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Doha, Qatar
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creative Advertising Agency

    A team full of creative ideas, experienced, and equipped with training in their respective fields  That's the kind of advertising agency ArtArda is. With our 360-degree traditional and digital advertising strategies, we shape your projects from start to finish and meticulously refine every detail...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Ankara, Turkey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Where Dreams Become Reality

    Ploko is an AI-driven digital marketing agency that helps businesses generate more customers through websites, Google Ads, SEO, and automation. The company combines marketing expertise with AI-powered technology to increase leads, improve conversions, and streamline business operations. With a fully managed...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Advertising
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Alphen aan den Rijn, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • All Things Brand

    Brndry is a full service strategic branding and digital growth agency delivering end-to-end creative, marketing and development solutions. From crafting distinctive brand identities and intuitive digital experiences to executing performance-driven marketing campaigns. Brndry partners with businesses across...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • Package Design
    • Product Design
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Greenwood Village, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empower your message with imagination

    God Particles' team of creative professionals provides everything your project needs. You can trust us with brand logo and product packaging designs, content writing, digital marketing strategies, SEO and website development. Let us bring the perfect solution for all of your design & online presence...

    Top Services:

    • Package Design
    • Print Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Chennai, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Growing Your Revenue, Not Your Budget

    Red Wall Marketing offers marketing services, consulting and education to small businesses. We give you the help you need to grow your business...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • SEO
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing for Good. A Purpose-Driven Marketing Consultancy.

    At Hackett Brand Consulting, we help grow your business for good. We help your business achieve its business goals with strategic marketing support. Were talking real, revenue-driving results that make an immediate impact. Some things really are that simple...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Littleton, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Dominate the Industry from Day One

    At SeoGuru, we set the bar for digital marketing in the UK. Our cutting-edge solutions help businesses rank higher on Google and maximize their visibility online with Pay per Click services. With our expertise, you can achieve success and dominate your industry from Day One!...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Bognor Regis, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Building digital excellence for tomorrow's success

    Global Group One is a premier provider of comprehensive development services, offering a spectrum of expertise that spans international expansion, trade facilitation, and strategic marketing solutions to a diverse array of companies. With a commitment to facilitating seamless growth on a global scale, we...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Because we owe you the best!

    CB&COM is a distinguished web agency located in Antibes, situated on the French Riviera in France. Our expertise lies in assisting businesses in cultivating a robust online presence through the creation of websites, provision of SEO and SEA services, and adept management of social media accounts...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    Antibes, France
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Seo results you can be proud of.

    Search Interactive LLC comprises exceptional individuals dedicated to achieving excellence in our field. With over seven years of expertise in SEO and Analytics, we've established a brand centered on empowering our clientele. Our thriving community inspires us to push beyond limitations, enabling us to...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Strategy
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing agency with proofable results

    Lean on the experience of our specialists in programming, design and digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Prešov, Slovakia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping The World's Best AEC Firms Find More Of The Work They Love.

    If you're looking for real results that are measurable, meaningful, and guaranteed, we'd like to welcome you home...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Sarasota, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • #Digital #Secure #Excellence.

    Our strategic business plan for our web development company focuses on positioning ourselves as a leader in delivering innovative and tailored web solutions to businesses across various industries. We will leverage our technical expertise, creative talent, and client-centric approach to develop custom...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Leveraging Data to Fuel Demand

    Locals Talk is a modern digital marketing agency offering tailored strategies to elevate businesses in competitive markets. From SEO and PPC to content creation and social media, the agency provides comprehensive solutions to help clients maximize their return on investment. Backed by a global network of...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • At Digitera, your digital agency in Jerez.

    Digital agency for web design, online stores, SEO, branding, UI design and AI integration...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Jerez de la Frontera, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Sell Experience

    We are based out in Anaheim, California. We know the local businesses marketing issues. Needs of the Small Businesses and their Budget. We grow with them...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Anaheim, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Take Your Business To New Heights

    Topo Growth is your partner for strategic and sustainable business growth. We leverage our years at Google, Meta, and DoorDash to develop, execute, and optimize marketing strategies to achieve your revenue goals...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Mill Valley, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Experts In Florida

    ITllect is a premier digital agency where intelligent design meets high-performance growth. Based in Plantation, Florida, we provide brands nationwide with a technical edge through custom web development and multi-channel marketing. Our expertise spans expert SEO, Paid Media, E-commerce optimization, and...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • Media Buying
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Plantation, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unleashing online greatness

    At Kloc, our mission is to help online businesses stand out from the crowd by combining innovative designs and performance-driven approaches that leave a forever impression on their customers. We're not your average website development agency - we're the masters of creativity, the pioneers of...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Bengaluru, India
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Making your marketing smarter

    We help business owners delete the digital FOMO (fear of missing out), by aligning a smart digital strategy that makes sense for your business and your bottom line...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Services
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    Location
    Tulsa, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • YOUR TRUSTED PARTNER FOR DIGITAL MARKETING

    WSI is a full service Marketing company in Phoenix, AZ. We are experts in Web Design and Development, SEO, PPC, Social Media, Market Automation & Data Analytics services. Call us now to get your free website audit report and get ahead of your competition...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Email Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Reimagined

    TheHypeSociety is pioneering the digital marketing game. We're transforming how our clients get seen, heard and remembered—through tailored strategies that engage their audience like never before. It's time to take your brand further with revolutionary results!...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Southbank, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Let's Fire Up Your Brand.

    Firebrand Media LLC is your go-to video production company in Dallas. Our team of experienced Dallas videographers specializes in various video production services, including events, law firms, and corporate projects. With our agency video marketing, we offer comprehensive solutions for your marketing video...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Traffic That Will Convert

    Frontend Horizon is a Dallas-based SEO company dedicated to driving Data-Driven Growth for businesses. With a focus on leveraging data insights, we implement strategic SEO solutions to propel our clients' online presence and achieve sustainable growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Company focused on results.

    Allmarket Marketing Agency specializes in a range of digital marketing services, including online advertising, email marketing, content marketing, SEO, and Google Partners. Our expertise ensures effective strategies tailored to elevate your brand's online presence and drive growth...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Bogota, Colombia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Software solutions tailored to your needs.

    SoftWorld provides digital solutions from software consulting, rapid website system deployment & application design and development to software outsourcing, effective maintenance and operation according to professional processes. At the same time, training and developing high-quality human resources are...

    Top Services:

    • IT Services
    • Business Consulting
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • SEO and Digital Marketing Agency in UK, USA & Europe

    Web Tick Digital provides SEO, digital marketing, web development, and app development services in UK, USA, Germany and other Europe Countries...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing that works

    H and Co is a boutique marketing agency specializing in PPC, SEO, web design, and CRM for luxury retailers and contractors, helping businesses scale and track conversions effectively...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Profit-driven Ads For Ecommerce & B2B

    BSR Exclusive is a profit-led performance marketing agency (founded 2018, Cluj-Napoca) focused on eCommerce and B2B. We build and scale campaigns on Google Ads (incl. PMax with brand/non-brand separation), Meta Ads, and product feeds (SKU/GTIN governance), backed by measurement that actually works (GA4, GTM...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Cluj-Napoca, Romania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Technology Experts For Everything Your Business Needs

    We transform ideas into useful, scalable, and realistic technology. From apps to validated IT talent, we help you grow with tailored digital solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Managua, Nicaragua
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Built To Be Measured, Priced To Be Clear

    Miami Web Lab is a Miami-based digital agency specializing in web design, SEO, paid advertising, lead tracking, and custom software solutions. The company helps businesses identify and fix gaps in their digital presence that may be costing them leads and revenue, combining marketing and in-house development...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • AEO
    • SEO
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    Location
    Miami Lakes, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Energized By Exceptional Creativity

    RTL Digital Media offers a number of solutions to help you make people adore your brand as much as you do. We understand that excellent branding is a combination of good processes and strong graphic execution. Our designers have designed or reinvented branding packages for both large and small...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Kennesaw, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Benefitting from enhanced system potential

    With DesignTorontoWeb.ca (DTW) at your service, every challenge is met with a powerhouse of AI-enhanced expertise, industry experience, and proven methodologies. This commitment to cutting-edge tools ensures we deliver timely results within your desired budget...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency

    Nephila helps tech B2B companies define, develop, and scale their digital marketing initiatives. Offering digital strategy, paid search, paid social, graphic & web design and more, we collaborate with in-house teams to build lead generation programs that deliver measurable and reliable results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Completely bespoke eye-catching websites to boost your business online

    Net 'n' Design is a passionate, forward-thinking agency that cultivates long-term connections with its clients. We are a creative team that creates high-quality websites, e-shops, and blogs. Net 'n' Design is an independent creative agency located just a few minutes from Patras's downtown. With over ten years...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Patras, Greece
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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. 

Aspect SEO SEM
Traffic source Organic (unpaid) Paid (ads on search engines)
Cost model No cost-per-click Pay-per-click (PPC)
Result speed Slow, builds over time Fast, immediate visibility
Placement Organic search results Top and bottom ad placements
Strategy Content, technical setup, backlinks Bidding, ad copy, targeting
Long-term value High, compounding over time Stops when the budget stops
Control Limited control over rankings Full 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.

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