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  • Strategic Guidance for Digital Success

    Usman Group is a boutique agency specializing in digital strategy, market research, and web design. We empower organizations with strategic guidance, leveraging the power of design thinking to craft tangible goals...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Market Research
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Future Market Insights Inc. (FMI) is one of the leading providers of customized, syndicated market research reports and end-to-end consulting services. We are an ESOMAR certified organization and a registered member of New York Chamber of Commerce...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Market Research
    Location
    Newark, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $5000/hr
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Building Competitive Advantage for Banks, Credit Unions & Fintechs via Branding & Marketing

    Many banks and credit unions think brand is about great service. The strongest ones know its about an authentic, ownable promise built from the inside out.We help financial brands build competitive advantage by aligning employer brand and market positioning (public-facing brand) to deliver ROI...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Direct Marketing
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    Location
    Topeka, Kansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $165/hr
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Unlock Actionable Growth Strategies

    Inovautus Consulting LLC is a Boulder, Colorado-based growth-marketing and business-development firm that serves accounting and professional-services organisations. The agency provides tailored consulting, training and outsourced marketing services designed to help CPA firms, associations and advisory...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Full Service Product Development Company

    Leading Product Development and Manufacturing Company. We design manufacture innovative products and launch powerful sales and marketing campaigns for your business...

    Top Services:

    • Product Design
    • Package Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
    • Market Research
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Finding the right avenue for you!

    Centered around the domain of media, CMD's unwavering commitment is to amplify the impact of every client's media presence. We live and breathe media buying, and our relentless pursuit of excellence positions us as leaders in this realm...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Market Research
    Location
    Scottsdale, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Do What Matters.

    Grey Matter Marketing is a full-service, award-winning PR and marketing agency working exclusively with life sciences companies. We deliver the expertise and experience so clients can make better business decisions and see better business results...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Global Research Partner

    Market Probe International is a well-established research and insights company offering our clients data collection and analytics across a wide breadth of consumer and B2B categories. Our 50+ years of experience assure our clients of quality insights...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • BPO
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Market Intelligence You Can Trust.

    Established in 2010 and formally incorporated as Meticulous Market Research Pvt. Ltd. in 2013, Meticulous Research is a distinguished market research and intelligence company operating under the Companies Act, 1956...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Redding, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • At Contact Design, we specialize in finding and recruiting participants, no matter how specific, unique, and immovable the required attributes. Whether you are seeking a Chief Information Security Officer, an optometrist who is in charge of purchasing, a diabetes patient with migraines, or anyone in between...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • HR Outsourcing
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Gain Your Competitive Edge.

    Infosurv in Atlanta, Georgia is a specialized marketing research firm that offers comprehensive solutions. Our expertise lies in designing, administering and analyzing research that provides valuable insights from various stakeholders, including employees, customers and potential customers...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Call Centers
    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We help companies answer their most pressing questions.

    Since 1984, we have been providing global market research, innovation and strategy consulting solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    New York, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Accelerating Medical Innovation Through Strategic Commercialization

    The dd+p group assists medical device manufacturers, from start-ups to large corporations, with business and marketing help as well as market research across a wide range of commercialization difficulties...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Quality Products, Ethical People

    The Midwest's oldest and most seasoned full-service marketing company is called Blue Chip Marketing. We have served as an official sales representative for some of the biggest businesses in the country since 1981. Additionally, we have provided telemarketing assistance to thousands of small and medium-sized...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Call Centers
    Location
    Cincinnati, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Build Customer Loyalty & Profits

    Quality Solutions, Inc. has gained recognition on a global scale as a management consulting company that offers clients a variety of support for market research and quality management services. Performance Excellence is the only objective we had in mind when designing our services...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Using economic analysis to address today's public policy questions

    Comprehensive energy program assessments, economic effect analyses, statistical modeling, and high-quality survey research and market research are all conducted by Evergreen Economics using rigorous and cutting-edge analysis approaches...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Big Data Analytics
    Location
    Portland, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Merging strategy and service

    As an organization dedicated to strategy and service innovation, our primary goal is to assist companies like yours in achieving growth through innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • UI/UX Design
    Location
    Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Insights in Motion, Success on the Horizon

    Infiniti Research Ltd. stands at the forefront of Automotive Market Research, delivering pinpointed insights and fostering global innovation. Our formidable team presents unparalleled B2B market data to steer businesses to success...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Big Data Analytics
    Location
    Elmhurst, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • Future Mobility & Aerospace.

    Seek1st Solutions stands as a distinguished Strategy and Marketing consultancy, exemplifying unparalleled expertise in driving growth for small to mid-sized enterprises operating within the realms of Future Mobility and Aerospace. Our commitment is to be your strategic partner in achieving lasting success in...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $500/hr
  • Branding for Climate Tech Companies

    Rakas is a branding and marketing agency that helps climate tech companies expedite the adoption of their solutions, facilitating rapid revenue growth. With strategic insights and data-backed approaches, Rakas empowers businesses to navigate marketing challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Branding
    Location
    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Unlocking Growth With Innovation

    Antedote is a market research firm and innovation consultancy that excels in uncovering strategic insights, inspiring innovation, and igniting actionable growth. With award-winning agile thinking, the firm tailors its approach to meet clients' needs, leveraging in-depth research, data science, and...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • UI/UX Design
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Actionable Insights. Innovative Business Strategies.

    Market Edge delivers tailored business improvement projects and capability development to drive client success. They specialize in understanding performance challenges and creating actionable solutions. With expertise in strategy, marketing, sales, and innovation, Market Edge helps businesses achieve their...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Strategic Insights for Business Excellence

    Innerplum Consulting connects businesses with customers through expert product marketing, market research, and adaptable business strategies. The firm enhances operational efficiency and drives growth by offering tailored solutions and continuous process improvement. Its focus on actionable insights ensures...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Expert Insights. Tailored Market Research.

    Zintro connects clients with a vast network of experts, facilitating qualitative and quantitative market research. With over 1,000,000 professionals across various industries, Zintro ensures that clients find the specific insights they need. Zintro's flexible, end-to-end support adapts to each project...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Turn User Insight Into Market Leadership

    Bold Insight delivers rigorous, data-driven UX research and human-factors services that inform product design and strategy. The agency combines behavioral science, user testing, and global research capabilities to help clients build experiences people truly love...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • UI/UX Design
    Location
    Downers Grove, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • UX Research That Drives Decisions

    NewtonX delivers enterprise-grade UX research services that combine deep user insight with access to a vast network of professionals. The firm delivers both qualitative and quantitative studies from usability testing and mock up assessments to card sorting and tree testing to help clients validate design...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • UI/UX Design
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Drives Smarter Business Decisions

    Wissen Research (SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 & ISO 9001) is a leading and well established pool of technical and legal experts specialized in providing diversified technology and cost effective knowledge Process Outsourcing Services to multinational corporations, universities, individual inventors and legal...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Business Consulting
    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Build Your Team Faster Without Borders

    AWWCOR provides a complete solution for building and managing global teams. Our AI-powered platform helps companies source exceptional unicorn talents, onboard and pay contractors, and stay fully compliant.We simplify the operational workload so you can focus on growth...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • HR Outsourcing
    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • SEO + GEO | B2B & Ecommerce | Human First, AI-Enhanced

    Colorado SEO Pros leverages its specialized expertise to generate tangible business success for its clients, going beyond implementing SEO procedures to enhance rankings...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Digital Strategy
    • AI Development
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    Location
    Golden, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • Plumbing SEO Agency For More Calls And Booked Jobs

    PlumbingSEO.agency is a specialized digital marketing agency helping plumbing businesses grow through search engine optimization. The agency focuses on local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, Google Maps visibility, website optimization, and lead generation. Its strategies are designed to help...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Childress, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Artful branding and design out of Denver, Colorado. Be the brand they remember.

    Vicarel Studios is an artful branding and design studio based in Denver, Colorado. We provide bespoke creative services spanning brand identity and packaging design, illustration, murals, lettering, typeface design, and creative retainer partnerships. Strategy first, executed with craft...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Events Beyond Expectations.

    ifahto WorldWide offers comprehensive global services encompassing brand development, strategic marketing, and event production. With our expertise, we redefine brands, devise innovative strategies, and curate unforgettable experiences to drive your business forward...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
    • Audio Production
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • IT, Business, BPO, Audit, Tax and Advisory are just the beginning.

    Grant Thornton LLP (US) is an IT, project management, audit, tax, AgTech, and BPO company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois with over 50 U.S. offices and access to a global network or member firms in over 135 countries. We offer a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, operations, technology and...

    Top Services:

    • Accounting
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • HR Outsourcing
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Helping Manufacturers & B2B Companies Build Scalable Marketing Systems | Focused on Growth

    CR Marketing Agency helps businesses build smarter marketing strategies that deliver real, measurable results. We offer a full range of services including market research, social media management, search engine marketing (SEM), search engine optimization (SEO), email marketing, branding, print advertising...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    West Bend, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Roadmaps That Guide Your Team to Success.

    We are a healthcare research, foresight and design strategy consultancy. We distill business challenges into clear action plans derived from market and human realities...

    Top Services:

    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • When Data & Design Meet.

    Hoot and a Half is a creative design studio blending digital expertise with a deep understanding of people. We craft stunning, functional designs tailored to your brand. From B2B to B2C, we've helped brands create impactful ads, websites, and long-form content. Our mission is to drive results...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Email Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Redmond, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Get Found. Get Trusted. Get Chosen.

    Columbus Marketing Experts specializes in using our proprietary tool stack to diagnose what is holing your business back. We are marketing and technical experts that make your business look good. But more importantly, we focus our efforts in on your bottom line. You invested in us. So we take that investment...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • AI Development
    • Digital Strategy
    • Public Relations
    • Market Research
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    Location
    Hilliard, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • You either WIN with us, Or you watch us WIN!

    At Hevenly, we specialize in crafting bespoke websites, generating tailored content, and designing unique logos, all geared towards securing top rankings on Google's first page through meticulous SEO maintenance. Our comprehensive services ensure that businesses receive the visibility and recognition they...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Fix the foundation before you scale the spend.

    Axer Strategies is the independent diagnostic and strategic layer for corporate B2B marketing teams, identifying the performance constraints and prescribing the sequence their teams implement...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Business Consulting
    • Digital Marketing
    • Big Data Analytics
    • CRO
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    Location
    Dallas, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Creative Web Agency for Higher Education

    KWALL is a boutique digital agency founded in 2007, specializing in full stack web design and development for higher education, government, nonprofit, and enterprise clients. With an inhouse team of approximately 30 experts, the firm has launched more than 800 websites and built a reputation for scalable...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Costa Mesa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • Steering B2B Automotive Insights.

    Kadence International is your B2B Automotive research maestro. Pioneers in fetching insights, our agility in fieldwork stands unparalleled. We're your global research ally, from tailoring questions to tapping into global insights through our eight international hubs...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Market Research
    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Take a Step Towards Data Driven Market

    Blue Mail Media provides customized B2B email and mailing list configured as per industry, geographic regions, demographics, size of the prospective market and so on...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • Market Research
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1500/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Help Businesses Improve Their Sales and ROI via Customized SEO, Web Design, and PPC Strategies

    Sixth City Marketing taps into the vast potential of your website to improve your online presence. Through our unique hands-on approach, we listen, understand, and then act, ensuring you get optimal results and ROI. See what our data-driven marketing services can do for your business today...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Westlake, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Market Development With a People-First Focus

    Sopra Solutions is your trusted partner for growth, emphasizing trust and customer-centric values. We're here to help you increase revenues and customer loyalty while staying true to your mission...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Market Research
    • Branding
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    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Ready To Be Found Online? We Can Help!

    California SEO Professionals specializes in offering scalable SEO solutions for startups and SMB in the areas of San Francisco, San Diego, and Los Angeles...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Market Research
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Built to Flow

    Hot Lava* melts the friction between ideas, people, AI, and execution so the best ideas actually get made...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Elegance Healthcare LLC is a prominent healthcare technology firm that offers a full spectrum of virtualized solutions for rapidly expanding healthcare companies...

    Top Services:

    • BPO
    • Business Consulting
    • Customer Support
    • Transcription Services
    • Accounting
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    Location
    East Providence, Rhode Island
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
  • Outcome-Focused Software Solutions

    OneEKO Technologies is a software development agency building custom solutions for small businesses. We specialize in web applications, mobile apps, and AI integration, helping local businesses like restaurants, gyms, law firms, and retail stores compete with modern technology. Our flagship product KaiScout...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    6 Projects Listed
  • We help brands win when it matters most.

    Finch Brands is a real-world brand consultancy. We blend insight, intuition, and creatively, to shape strategy and drive people to action...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Market Research
    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Insights That Drive Your Success

    We are Rabin Research, your partner for market research and digital strategy. Our agency offers expert insights and data-driven solutions to propel your business forward...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Market Research
    • Product Design
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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Frequently Asked Questions About Market Research Companies

What market research services do B2B agencies usually offer?

They companies typically provide a broad mix of qualitative, quantitative, and strategic research services to aid businesses in making more data-driven decisions. 

According to Hanover Research's study, these are the market research projects that businesses are prioritizing: 

  • Market evaluation (45%): Examining a product or brand’s viability in a market segment by analyzing its size, trends, customer behavior, and competitors. 
  • Customer needs assessment (45%): Conducting interviews, surveys, and data analysis to understand how a product or service addresses the customer’s needs. 
  • Customer satisfaction (43%): Measuring how customers feel about a product or service through feedback forms, surveys, and sentiment analysis. 
  • Market trend forecast (42%): Studying historical data (e.g., sales, consumer behavior, economic trends) to predict shifts in customer demand and market direction. 
  • Price sensitivity (37%): Also known as price elasticity demand, it how much target customers are willing to pay for a product or service. 
  • Win-loss analytics (31%): Identifying factors that influence buying decisions through sales data analysis, competitor evaluation, and customer interviews. 

What is the difference between a market research company and a marketing research agency?

They study the customers in a specific market, including their needs and behavior. In contrast, marketing research agencies analyze marketing data, such as how to promote and price a product to attract buyers. 

Here’s a detailed breakdown of their differences: 

Market research companyMarketing research agency
  • Determines business opportunities in potential markets 
  • Identifies target customers and their market size 
  • Studies the customers’ behaviors, preferences, and needs 
  • Analyzes emerging trends in the target market 
  • Determines brand and product positioning  
  • Evaluates brand perception and health 
  • Identifies marketing channels 
  • Designs marketing and advertising strategies 

How much does it cost to hire one of these companies in the US?

The cost of hiring one of the best market research companies in the US can start at $800-$1,500 per respondent. However, prices can reach beyond $4,000-$10,000 per interview session per respondent if the project needs more in-depth, in-person interviews. 

The final bill will depend on service scope, coverage, methodology, fieldwork timelines, and target markets.  

Here’s an approximate price of the different types of market research: 

  • Online survey: $10,000-$30,000+ for 400 completed answers in a single market 
  • Phone surveys: $15,000-$30,000+ for 400 completed answers in a single market 
  • Mail survey: $10,000-$25,000+ for 400 completed answers in a single market 
  • Simple in-person surveys: $20,000-$50,000+ for 400 completed answers 
  • In-depth interviews: $10,000-$20,000 for 10 respondents 
  • Focus groups: $7,000-$200,000+ per group 
  • International or multi-market studies: $150,000-$500,000+ 

Are there any additional costs to consider when working with these companies?

While they typically charge per respondent, session, or group; businesses must also account for the following when budgeting for a project: 

  • Respondent incentives, especially for senior decision-makers 
  • Panel access or proprietary databases 
  • Interview length, with longer interview sessions or survey questions requiring more recruitment time or higher incentives 
  • Incidence rate (IR) or the number of people qualified for market research; low IR results in higher costs 
  • International or multi-language sampling, which can range between $150,000 and over $500,000 
  • Advanced analytics or modeling 
  • Extended reporting or executive presentations 

These additional costs typically add 20%–35% to the total project budget.  

What types of B2B companies usually work with market research companies in the USA?

They tend to work with companies that rely on data-driven decisions for growth, positioning, and investment planning.  

Based on The State of Market Research, these are the top industries that the market research professionals work in: 

  • Manufacturing and industrial firms (24%), assessing demand, suppliers, and expansion markets 
  • SaaS and enterprise software companies (19%), validating product-market fit and pricing 
  • Professional services and consulting firms (10%), refining positioning and service differentiation 
  • Wholesale, trade, and logistics (9%), analyzing operational and geographic demand 
  • Non-profit organizations (6%), understanding donor and beneficiary motivations to boost fundraising efforts 
  • B2B eCommerce and marketplaces (4%), optimizing conversion and customer segmentation 
  • Fintech and financial services (4%), evaluating risk, adoption, and customer trust