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

3,694 Companies - Rankings updated: July 25, 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.

  • India's Top Digital Marketing Company!

    India's Top Digital Marketing Company!

    SEO Villas provides premium internet marketing services at competitive prices, encompassing technical SEO, Local SEO, Global SEO, E-Commerce SEO, Enterprise SEO, Video SEO, Link Building, Social Media Marketing, and more. With a focus on measurable ROI, our award-winning agency specializes in transforming...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Reputation Management
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Kolkata, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The Most Progressive Digital Performance Agency

    The Most Progressive Digital Performance Agency

    Big Rock is a leading creative agency with a fine tuned analytical approach...  View Big Rock's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Helping organizations unlock scalable growth through data-led strategies and market intelligence.

    Helping organizations unlock scalable growth through data-led strategies and market intelligence.

    Omni Media Consultings vision is to be the global catalyst for marketing transformation - leading enterprises into a future where every marketing decision is intelligent, every campaign is impactful, and every customer interaction is meaningful...  View Omni Media Consulting's portfolio  |  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Buffalo, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Traditional And Digital Advertising Done Right

    Traditional And Digital Advertising Done Right

    For more than 35 years, Miller Ad Agency has earned a reputation as an expert in advertising. We use our unique approach to marketing and advertising to bring you the results you're looking for. From boosting your bottom line to growing your market share, Miller Ad Agency brings results.We use our unique...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Deliver Meaningful Audience & Measurable Growth.

    We Deliver Meaningful Audience & Measurable Growth.

    Brand Knew is a creative collective and strategic advisory that partners with media companies, causes and consumer brands, towards meaningful audience and growth...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Achieve All of Your Marketing Goals

    Achieve All of Your Marketing Goals

    As a leading Orlando advertising agency, were here to give you back time, enhance your sales efforts, and offer actionable advice through carefully considered, results-driven marketing strategies. Its our job to help you tell your story, connect with your audience, and tap into new opportunities. You tell us...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing For Your Small Business

    Digital Marketing For Your Small Business

    The Knowledge Group, Inc. was founded by D. Roger Maves in 1998. Since then our company has served many businesses, large and small, across the United States and around the world including Europe, Asia, Australia, Canada, Mexico and Central America...  View The Knowledge Group profile

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Bailey, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Internet Marketing Agency

    Internet Marketing Agency

    Pulley Media is an internet marketing agency specializing in SEO, creative web design and Social Media marketing...  View Pulley Media profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We deliver you your audience

    We deliver you your audience

    We are a full service online marketing agency specializing in utilizing data to deliver consumers looking for you and the services you provide directly to you...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Video Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Marlboro, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Law Firm Marketing

    Law Firm Marketing

    We get it! You want law firm marketing that works. You want a beautiful website and traffic that converts into leads and cases. That's what we do! And we do it without long term contracts. Legal marketing is all that we do...  View Precision Legal Marketing profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Virginia Beach, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Affordable Small Business Priced Marketing & Advertising Services

    Affordable Small Business Priced Marketing & Advertising Services

    We provide results-oriented, affordable online and offline advertising medias, specializing in small and medium businesses...  View AdvertisingSolutions profile

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Oregon City, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We create content so you don't have to.

    We create content so you don't have to.

    We are a digital marketing company specializing in web design, social media, and content marketing for small and medium-sized businesses...  View Pennington Creative profile

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Tucson, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Digital Media & Marketing Agency

    Digital Media & Marketing Agency

    Dedicated to offering our knowledge and expertise to your company and obtain the results you desire...  View Vertical3 Media profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Video Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Understand How to Grow Busiensses.

    We Understand How to Grow Busiensses.

    Our entire team's passion is what allows us to outwork and often outthink our client's competitors. We stand by our work, and it's return on investment to all of our clients. If you are looking for some Red Bull in your company's marketing outcome, contact us...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Frisco, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $110/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Building Brands, Creating Ideas, Transforming Business

    Building Brands, Creating Ideas, Transforming Business

    We are an industry leading digital marketing firm, providing divergent solutions for website design and development, social media marketing, online branding & SEO in NJ...  View RedDashMedia - Web Design & Seo Agency profile

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Piscataway, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Denver's Most Experienced Web Design, Development, and Marketing Company

    Denver's Most Experienced Web Design, Development, and Marketing Company

    Founded in 1994, Webolutions is a Denver web design and digital marketing agency helping organizations grow with SEO, AI optimization, custom websites, PPC, and branding across the US...  View Webolutions Web Design Agency profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Websites. Marketing. Apps.

    Websites. Marketing. Apps.

    We create memorable designs, then use powerful search tactics to drive traffic, leads, and sales. Lets build your brand today...  View X3 Digital profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • Growing Businesses Online Across the Nation With Beautiful Design

    Growing Businesses Online Across the Nation With Beautiful Design

    Since 2005, people have come to Create Studios when they need a true partner to navigate through the world of websites and online marketing. We grow businesses online across the nation with beautiful web design and measurable results...  View Create Web Studios profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Atlantic Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Winning People

    Winning People

    666/5000The SEO and web marketing agency (Milan and Padua)The goal of Web Leaders is to implement the scientific method developed by Michele De Capitani in companies and activities, so that anyone can increase their leadership on the web and be able to invariably obtain a PREDICTABLE RESULT...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Padua, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Proactive SEO Solutions Is a Premier, Boutique Digital Marketing Firm.

    Proactive SEO Solutions Is a Premier, Boutique Digital Marketing Firm.

    Proactive SEO Solutions is a premier, boutique digital marketing firm nestled right in the juncture between Los Angeles and Orange County. We design, develop, and deliver results-oriented search engine optimization, PPC marketing, and bring innovative advertising strategies that keep our clients forging ahead...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Truly Effective, That's Our Goal.

    Truly Effective, That's Our Goal.

    True Web is a digital marketing company located in Tampa, FL. We've been growing and stretching our audience nation wide. Providing services such as PPC Management, Web Design, Ecommerce, Social Media Marketing, and more...  View True Web profile

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Lead for Revenue Generation

    Lead for Revenue Generation

    We're an experienced group of problem solvers and everything we do just for one objective: Growth. Our services are more than your typical strategy building helping hand, try us just for your brand!...  View L4RG profile

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce
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    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A Design Agency That Specializes in the Creative Art of Branding & Advertising

    A Design Agency That Specializes in the Creative Art of Branding & Advertising

    Luna Creative is a design agency that specializes in the creative art of branding & advertising...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • SEO
    • Web Design
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    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Integrated Marketing Solutions for the Construction Industry.

    Integrated Marketing Solutions for the Construction Industry.

    Construction Marketing Inc. is a full-service digital agency and marketing consultancy business that works with businesses in the US, Canada, and other countries. The agency  is well-versed in the building sector. Through a wide range of services, including brand development, website design and development...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • PPC
    • SEO
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    Location
    Sarasota, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Helping Local Brands Grow Quickly & Efficiently

    Helping Local Brands Grow Quickly & Efficiently

    Wayne Marketing is a digital-first marketing agency based in Sarasota FL...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Sarasota, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Advertising & Marketing Excellence

    Advertising & Marketing Excellence

    Odato Marketing Group is a 15-year-old agency based in Sarasota, FL, and Pittsburgh, PA that specializes in lead generation, advertising, PR, inbound, digital, and video marketing...  View Odato Marketing Group profile

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Advertising
    • Video Production
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Sarasota, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • Full Service Digital Marketing Agency

    Full Service Digital Marketing Agency

    POSITION1 is full service digital marketing agency with 20 years experience in Digital Marketing, Ecommerce, SEO, SEM, PPC, Social Media, Web Design, Reputation Management, Reviews, Branding and Business turnarounds...  View Position 1 profile

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Laguna Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Full-Service Marketing and Event Management Agency

    A Full-Service Marketing and Event Management Agency

    Frias Agency is a full-service experiential marketing agency that connects brands with people across culture through storytelling and experiences...  View Frias Agency profile

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Aliso Viejo, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Reaching Your Target Market Every Month

    Reaching Your Target Market Every Month

    The Social Sharks is a group of educated social media and digital marketers who have built one of the most successful Dallas/Fort Worth digital marketing agencies available...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Proven Results for Lead Generation for Small Businesses

    Proven Results for Lead Generation for Small Businesses

    Value focused hyper local marketing agency that looks to protect their clients and help them grow. Our value approach to our partnership with you is to make sure that you are getting the most out of your marketing investment...  View Protection Advertising LLC profile

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Digital Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Westerville, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Marketing That Builds Relationships & Delivers Results

    Marketing That Builds Relationships & Delivers Results

    RODA marketing has everything you need to grow your business all in one place. The best part, we only charge a fraction of the cost of other reputable digital marketing agencies...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Landisville, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We help brand adapt & thrive in a disruptive world

    We help brand adapt & thrive in a disruptive world

    iamrobert is a user-centred design and marketing agency. We make brands matter in a complex, hyper-connected world...  View Iamrobert Digital Design profile

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Taichung, Taiwan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A marketing agency for companies that want to dominate the digital world.

    A marketing agency for companies that want to dominate the digital world.

    Our digital advertising agency tackles every project with complete dedication and high professionalism: from small challenges to large ones, and from small companies to enterprises. We accept all digital challenges, solve them successfully for our clients, and raise the bar for their competition...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    Location
    Zagreb, Croatia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Marketing Agency Specialized in Travel, Lifestyle, and Leisure.

    Marketing Agency Specialized in Travel, Lifestyle, and Leisure.

    Delicious Digital Marketing is a full service digital marketing agency based in Austin, Texas specializing in travel, lifestyle, and leisure...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Heart. Hustle. Smarts.

    Heart. Hustle. Smarts.

    We believe in progress over perfection. We know that getting started can often be the most challenging stage of any project but this is precisely where we excel. So let's help you get started...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We empower marketing with psychology science to make the right emotional impact for higher sales.

    We empower marketing with psychology science to make the right emotional impact for higher sales.

    With so many businesses moving online and fighting for similar audiences, there is need for something different than traditional marketing to stand out and drive higher sales.We know there is a much better way to deliver tangible results, supported by scientific evidence and analysis.Our goal is to give...  View Serendipity Marketing profile

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Maximize your marketing budget with Resgato.

    Maximize your marketing budget with Resgato.

    We're a digital marketing agency based in Salt Lake City, Utah. With over 10 years of experience, we're confident that we'll be able to help you increase your marketing ROI...  View Resgato profile

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Salt Lake City, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $145/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Challenge Accepted.

    Challenge Accepted.

    One Eighteen Advertising is a premier, full-service advertising agency that generates explosive growth and achieves desired results through a deliberate creative process and powerful voice...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Our strength is creating experiences that bring brands to life and drive consumers to action. Our creative work is guided by data analysis that drives an integrated mix of social strategy, influencer marketing, content creation, distribution, media relations and very smart, succinct paid media...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Show more
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Brand Media Company

    A Brand Media Company

    Kolbeco is a St. Louis-based digital marketing and public relations firm helping clients throughout the country develop deeper and more meaningful relationships with their customers...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    St. Louis, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Retro is current, just like Digital. And Retro Digital is our offer to you.

    Retro is current, just like Digital. And Retro Digital is our offer to you.

    We put all our knowledge, skills, and experience gained through our jobs, campaigns, college education into the agency’s framework, and we are ready to be a right and reliable partner for you in the market competition...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Novi Sad, Serbia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • A Leading Technology Company

    A Leading Technology Company

    We are an industry leading technology company in Orange County, CA specializing in managed IT services, cybersecurity & digital marketing for small and medium sized businesses. We ensure your systems are secure, running optimally and that you have help when needed...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Managed Services
    • Cybersecurity
    • Show more
    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Guide Through Your Digital Journey

    Your Guide Through Your Digital Journey

    We look after the digital side of your business, so you can focus more time on what you do best. We believe in utilising a holistic approach when it comes to online marketing. Other than sounding fancy, this means that we advertise your business on a range of different digital platforms to test what resonates...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Show more
    Location
    South Melbourne, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Outstanding service custom-tailored to each and every one of our clients

    Outstanding service custom-tailored to each and every one of our clients

    Providing web design, search engine marketing, and computer and IT support for over 20 years...  View Cyber-Construction profile

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Sustainable Businesses. Smart Marketing.

    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...  View Liquid Spark profile

    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
  • Elevate Your Online Presence

    Elevate Your Online Presence

    Peak Websites in Victoria BC provides thorough and experienced Web Design, SEO and Digital Marketing to SMBs looking to gain an edge online and elevate their online presence...  View Peak Websites profile

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Victoria, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Our business is generating your business quality online leads since 2013.

    Our business is generating your business quality online leads since 2013.

    IML Company takes pride in providing top-notch services at affordable prices. We specialize in web design, custom development, search engine marketing, search engine optimization, and content creation. Contact us for a free quote today...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Mandeville, Louisiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Advertising - PR - Digital Media

    Advertising - PR - Digital Media

    A full-service advertising and public relations agency with expertise in graphic design, website development, paid search, social media advertising and radio and TV buying...  View all reviews

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Erie, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $95/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Digital Marketing Partners

    Your Digital Marketing Partners

    BEPHORE delivers high performing digital marketing campaigns to clients...  View BEPHORE profile

    Top Services:

    • Video Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Norwalk, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr

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.

About The Author and Expert Reviewer

Natasa Glikman is an experienced editor and content writer with over 10 years of experience in writing, editing, and translating articles across various topics, with a strong focus on marketing and advertising. At DesignRush, Natasa currently works as an editor, where she refines and enhances B2B content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency across agency profiles and industry reports.

Mariana Delgado is the Head of Marketing at DesignRush, with more than ten years of experience across digital marketing, sales management, search, and video advertising. Since joining DesignRush, she has delivered 3× site-traffic growth and 2× growth in monthly revenue by building scalable, performance-led programs that connect acquisition, content, and brand across channels. Her campaigns have achieved a 5:1 ROAS.