Our directory of media buying agencies in the US is evaluated using five core ranking criteria and reviewed by a team of 12 industry experts, backed by more than 480 verified client reviews. This methodology provides a clear, credible way to identify the right media buying partner.
Organic rankings are determined by five factors: top services, reviews, portfolio, awards/press, and team expertise. Sponsored listings pay for a placement that appears above organic positions. Sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content - read more on our methodology page.
Effeect takes each paid campaign through separate strategy, setup, live management, and optimization phases. Keyword research and split testing happen before launch, with budget adjustments made weekly once ads go live...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Parasol Leads is one of the insurance industry's highest quality leads generation services. We are best in providing market-prospecting solutions to a wide range of businesses by collecting and providing exclusive, organic and high quality leads for insurance agents, brokers and carriers.Our high quality...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- Business Consulting
- Location
- Sparks, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Beyond Bracket is a video editing company producing long-form, short-form and podcast video for creators and brands worldwide...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are Writers of the West, a reputable book ghostwriting, book marketing, book editing and book publishing agency with over two decades of experience and a strong track record. Our mission is to provide accessible and impactful creative agency and book-writing services...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Media Buying
- Translation Services
- Transcription Services
- Market Research
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Flighted is a DTC growth marketing agency specializing in paid social ad management, ad creative production, and landing page design for brands looking to take their growth to the next level...
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- Media Buying
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Alliance excels at orchestrating and launching comprehensive multi-team sport marketing initiatives on your behalf. Our adept team collaborates closely with each venue, skillfully negotiating sponsorship prospects, overseeing the development of artwork and campaign components, and meticulously ensuring the...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Pay Per Result marketing for architectural firms. Limited to one firm per market...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Media Buying
- CRO
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Full service marketing agency specializing in graphic design, logo creation, website development, social media management, SEO & SEM...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Mattapoisett, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We foster business growth through strategy, creativity, and technology...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Batavia, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
The Harman Media & Marketing Group, or THM2G for short, is a national full-service boutique agency. Our experts have experience in both digital marketing and traditional advertising. Custom responsive websites, Facebook ads, social media marketing, PPC, SEO, media buying, tv and radio production, reputation...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Big Mouth PR is a loud-by-design brand & PR studio for the founders, executives and brands who refuse to be the best-kept secret...
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- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Reputation Management
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Bloomington, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a woman-owned, full service digital marketing and advertising agency based in East Providence, RI. We offer any service related to creative marketing, advertising, web development, SEO, photo/video & more. DDL can do it all! Visit our website for more information...
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- Media Buying
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- East Providence, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DedicatedVirtual Professional Services LLC transforms overwhelmed entrepreneurs into visionary CEOs. Led by a founder with 25 years of Fortune 500 expertise, we provide high-level Online Business Management (OBM) and certified Meta Ads strategy. Unlike consultants who only offer advice, we provide strategy...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Whether seeking media coverage for a B2C or B2B product, service, destination, brand or company -- or thought leadership PR for a subject matter expert or business executive -- our agency proffers highly affordable, GUARANTEED editorial and TV coverage on shows that range from nationals on leading networks...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Media Buying
- Public Relations
- Location
- Coral Springs, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Dianne Davis Consulting provides digital and traditional media services, content creation and curation, video production, graphic design, website development and hosting, search engine optimization, social media management services and promotional items for small to medium-sized businesses. The business was...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nixa, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Skyline Digital Marketing is an Anderson, SC based agency with 12 industry certifications and a proven track record of delivering solid ROI for our clients...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Anderson, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our marketing approach is to identify exact opportunities for getting your business more customers, sales, and revenue. We want to give your products and services the right messaging, design, and media channels at the most efficient price possible...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We specialize in TV & streaming commercials, corporate, promotional and music videos. Serving the NY tri-state area and Hudson Valley region...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mahopac, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bauer Entertainment Marketing is a full-service agency providing strategic consulting & campaign management. We provide marketing that delivers more fans, sales, and profit for sports, music, & entertainment companies.We are industry leaders in removing barriers & capturing opportunities for growth...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to G609, Where bold ideas meet cutting-edge digital innovation. we're not just another marketing agency we're your strategic partner in growth. Since day one, we've been redefining what's possible in the digital space, crafting strategies that drive results and experiences that resonate.At G609...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Egypt, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Use Creative Leverage to find elegant marketing solutions. We see Crobar as the power tool that helps clients raise their brand above the competition...
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- Advertising
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Greensboro, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Reversed out is a Digital Marketing, App Development and Web Development Company in Cincinnati...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Covington, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Shopyard is a productized Shopify growth agency that helps e-commerce brands identify issues, implement fixes, and scale revenue through fixed-price services. The agency specializes in Shopify audits, conversion optimization, paid advertising, email marketing, and store performance improvements without...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Oak Park, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A SoHo music marketing team running Spotify, SoundCloud, UGC, clipping and paid social campaigns on its own software, with live client portals and real-time attribution...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Media Buying
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Founded in 1987, On the Horizon Communications is a full-service digital marketing and Advertising firm skilled in helping your business make a meaningful and measurable impact. From social media marketing to public relations, our expert team can assist in strategizing the most efficient way to spend your...
Top Services:
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Visalia, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Team Media specializes in aiding various media companies in executing programmatic media campaigns through a contractor or freelance model. Our approach offers unparalleled flexibility with no campaign minimums or contracts, providing access to over 5 demand-side platforms without any licensing fees. By...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Plymouth, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SitesThatBook is a done-for-you web design service built only for home service businesses across the United States. Owners fill out one short form, and within 48 hours they get a mobile-ready site written for their trade and service area, with click to call, a booking request form and search-friendly pages...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are an award-winning design studio with over 20 years experience in publication and advertising design. We partner and work with business owners, publishers and in-house marketing departments, providing creative solutions that promote awareness and deliver results...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are an award-winning marketing and advertising agency. We do brand identities, web design, search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, print, motion graphics and videos...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Lexington, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
EX Studio: Where Digital Brilliance Comes to Life. Our forte lies in propelling brands to new heights through adept digital marketing, strategic branding, and innovative web development. Let our tailored solutions unlock the full potential of your business...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Bayonne, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ZAVYANS is a full-stack digital marketing, software development, and AI automation agency...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Arlington, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Savvy Marketers is a global market research and consumer insights partner with 14+ years of experience. Trusted by J&J, Kimberly-Clark, Bayer, Merck, PepsiCo, Church&Dwight, and JPMorgan Chase. Our AI-powered platform combines biometric research, social listening, proprietary panels, and advanced segmentation...
Top Services:
- Market Research
- Big Data Analytics
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Princeton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Silverfox is a global Marketing & Communications Consultancy offering digital and traditional marketing, corporate training, and new media consulting...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Corbec Media is a full-service marketing agency that can help you take your business to the next level. We offer targeted, branded marketing including web design, content creation (original written and video production), social media management and digital advertising. An advocate for small businesses, we...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Forward First Media has been transforming single-location local businesses in Michigan into multi-location successes for over a decade. Our expertise lies in scaling businesses efficiently and effectively. With a proven track record, we drive growth and expansion for our clients...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Fife Lake, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
You're not in the marketing business. You're in the plumbing business. We make sure you never have to become a marketing expert just to keep your schedule full. Our team builds complete plumbing lead generation systems using SEO, paid ads, AI automation, websites, CRM, email marketing, and review generation...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRM Consulting
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
EasyPRwire is a full service digital press release distribution platform designed to help businesses and agencies secure high authority media placements. We simplify the PR process by connecting your announcements directly to top news networks, search engines, and niche publications. With guaranteed...
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- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Branding
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Image Marketing is a top-ranked agency offering expert traditional and digital marketing solutions. With 10+ years of experience, we serve local and national clients across industries, delivering award-winning branding, PR, and design. As in-house partners we craft strategies that set brands apart...
Top Services:
- Creative Services
- Public Relations
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BonBonica Digital Marketing Agency specializes in assisting local businesses in discovering and engaging with new customers. While you concentrate on refining your service delivery and products, our team formulates effective strategies to ensure their successful sales. We consistently create impactful...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Swampscott, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Centripe is an all-in-one CRM and marketing automation platform that helps marketing agencies and businesses run their sales and marketing from one place. You can collect and manage leads, send email and SMS campaigns, build websites and landing pages, and automate everyday tasks. Centripe also uses smart AI...
Top Services:
- Affiliate Marketing
- Direct Marketing
- Event Marketing
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Menlo Park, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help businesses grow with AI powered tools and human creativity...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Park City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We create data-driven marketing strategies tailored to your business to boost visibility, engagement, and conversions...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Vefogix is your trusted partner for enhancing online visibility through strategic content marketing and high-quality link-building solutions...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Media Buying Agency FAQs
What services do media buying agencies in the United States provide?
These types of agencies help brands with:
- Performance-focused digital campaigns: High-demand campaigns across Meta, TikTok, YouTube, Search, and CTV, prioritizing short-form video and measurable, creative-led performance.
- Full-funnel paid media tied to creative-led campaigns: Roughly 60% to 70% of clients bundle creative and media for faster cycles, fewer handoffs, and performance-built creative.
- Programmatic and CTV packages: Growing rapidly, with challenger brands investing $15K to $150K per month for scalable reach, automated targeting, and measurable lift.
- Paid social advertising: Cross-platform campaigns delivering 1% to 2% average conversion rates, with top performers exceeding 3% on Meta and TikTok.
- Audience & competitive analysis: Audience research and competitor benchmarking to guide budget allocation and identify the highest-ROI channels.
- Analytics & performance reporting: Real-time KPI tracking, A/B testing, and optimization across impressions, CPM, CTR, conversions, ROAS, and attribution paths.
How much do media buying services in the US cost?
Most media buying agencies charge between $100 and $150 per hour. They rely on a mix of retainers, spend-based fees, and setup costs, depending on scope and complexity.
These numbers are based on industry research and expert insights from Colormatics:
| Fee Type | Typical Cost Range | Notes |
| Monthly retainer | $1,500 to $10,000 | Based on complexity and channel mix |
| % of media spend | 10% to 20% | Scales with spend and performance scope |
| One-time setup fee | $1,500 to $3,000 | Tracking, pixels, dashboards, QA |
| Hourly rate | $100 to $150+ | Specialized strategy or audits |
Beyond agency fees, overall campaign budgets vary significantly based on scale, channels, and timelines. The table below outlines common budget ranges for different types of media buying engagements.
| Campaign Type | Budget Range | Typical Scope |
| Pilot campaigns | ~$25,000 | 1 to 2 platforms, short run |
| Integrated campaigns | $50,000 to $300,000 | Multi-channel, performance tracking |
| Large/national campaigns | Up to $500,000 | 12 to 24 weeks, heavy media mix |
When can clients expect ROI from paid media campaigns?
ROI timelines vary by channel based on learning cycles, inventory dynamics, and optimization requirements. This table outlines when early performance signals usually appear and when results tend to stabilize.
| Channel | Early Signals | Stable Performance |
| Paid social | 7 to 21 days | 30 to 45 days |
| Google Search | 3 to 10 days (with volume) | 8 to 12 weeks |
| YouTube | 5 to 10 days | 3 to 4 weeks |
| CTV/Programmatic | 4 to 8 weeks | 10 to 12 weeks |
What are the typical timelines for media buying projects from planning to launch?
Project timelines depend on campaign scale, creative complexity, and channel mix. These are typical expectations from strategy and setup through launch and ongoing optimization.
| Campaign Size | Planning & Setup | Build & QA | Optimization Cadence | Total Timeline |
| Small-scale | 1 to 2 weeks | 3 to 5 days | Weekly | 4 to 8 weeks |
| Mid-size | 2 to 3 weeks | 1 week | 2-3× weekly | 8 to 12 weeks |
| Large/Multi-channel | 3 to 5 weeks | 1 to 2 weeks | Daily | 12 weeks to 6 months |
What KPIs should your business track when working with these agencies?
When working with a media buying agency in the US, KPIs should be selected to reflect both media efficiency and business impact, ensuring performance is measured beyond surface-level engagement.
Key KPIs to monitor include:
- Impressions, reach, frequency, and CPM to assess delivery efficiency and audience exposure
- Click-through rate (CTR), cost per click (CPC), engagement rate, and video completion rate to evaluate creative and audience relevance
- Conversion rate, cost per acquisition (CPA), return on ad spend (ROAS), and customer acquisition cost (CAC) to measure profitability and scalability
- Attribution coverage, assisted conversions, and incrementality to understand paid media’s true contribution across channels
- Budget pacing, spend utilization, and testing velocity to gauge operational discipline and optimization effectiveness