A poorly managed ad account can burn through your budget fast, with little to show for it. Explore vetted PPC agencies in the US on DesignRush and compare providers by platform expertise, campaign results, and pricing to find the right fit for your business.

List of the Best PPC Agencies in the US

4,095 Companies - Rankings updated: September 06, 2026

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  • Digital Marketing Superheroes for Small Business.

    Digital Marketing Superheroes for Small Business.

    Our mission is to become the trusted outsourced marketing department for all of our client's digital marketing needs, transforming their online presence into a powerhouse of conversion-driven success, and empower businesses to achieve unparalleled efficiency and results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Dacula, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Data-Driven Marketing That Delivers Results

    Data-Driven Marketing That Delivers Results

    Algorithm Digital Marketing revolutionizes the way brands connect with their audiences. With over 15 years of industry experience, the agency focuses on delivering the right message to the right people at the right time, fostering long-term relationships that drive customer loyalty. Its tailored strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Results-Driven Digital Solutions

    Results-Driven Digital Solutions

    Caputo Digital is a dynamic digital marketing agency delivering personalized solutions that enhance brand visibility and drive growth. Leveraging proven SEO, PPC, and content marketing techniques, Caputo Digital connects brands with their ideal audience, ensuring increased visibility and client trust. Its...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Drums, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Transforming Ideas Into Digital Success Stories

    Transforming Ideas Into Digital Success Stories

    Real Xposure is a creative digital marketing and software solutions provider that drives business transformation and growth. With a focus on tailored strategies, the agency helps clients navigate complex challenges using innovative digital marketing techniques and software development. Its expert team...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Coral Springs, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Maximize Your Brand Visibility with the Most Effective Marketing Tactics from My Marketing Stars.

    Maximize Your Brand Visibility with the Most Effective Marketing Tactics from My Marketing Stars.

    My Marketing Stars is a vibrant digital marketing agency in New York that has a lot to offer to businesses in terms of online growth and real performance. With a group of skilled marketers, we give a large list of services like SEO, social media marketing, PPC ads, content creation, and web development...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Top SEO Agency to Grow Your Real Estate Business.

    Top SEO Agency to Grow Your Real Estate Business.

    At Best SEO Company for Real Estate, we provide customized solutions to real estate agents and investors to generate more traffic, leads and sales. We have helped hundreds of real estate business owners to increase their website traffic from 0 to 10k in just 3 months. If you want to grow your business 10x...

    Top Services:

    • Reputation Management
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Eugene, Oregon
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Expert Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Digital Marketing Services

    Expert Search Engine Optimization (SEO) & Digital Marketing Services

    Tailored Search Engine Optimization & Marketing Strategies That Drive Real Results. In todays digital landscape, standing out online is more important than ever. Our expert SEO and marketing solutions are designed to help your business rank higher in search engine results, attract more visitors, and convert...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    Location
    Port Charlotte, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Amazon Private Label Excellence

    Amazon Private Label Excellence

    Our full-funnel marketing plan utilizing the best platforms and services will help you overcome your biggest difficulties and objectives. You can work with Scallence and Amazon Seller Central for effective brand management, better price settings, and improved work organization. Our goal is to help you in...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Advertising
    • PPC
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    Location
    Plano, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Fueling Brand & Sales Growth

    Fueling Brand & Sales Growth

    Magnitude Digital is an award-winning performance marketing agency driving brand and sales growth. Founded in 2012, the agency offers a comprehensive suite of services, including paid media, SEO, creative design, and analytics. With a client-centric approach, Magnitude Digital focuses on delivering effective...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • PPC
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Strategic Marketing. Measurable Results.

    Strategic Marketing. Measurable Results.

    Pitch Digital is a boutique marketing consultancy offering fractional CMO services, digital marketing strategy, paid ads management, and organic lead generation. With over 10 years of experience, Pitch Digital delivers data-driven marketing strategies that generate measurable business growth. Whether clients...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Brands Grow Here.

    Brands Grow Here.

    We don't hold you to a long-term contract, but were committed to the long-term growth of your business and sticking with you for the long haul...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Fairlawn, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Well Navigate Your Brand Through The Amazon Jungle

    Well Navigate Your Brand Through The Amazon Jungle

    Positive Distribution LLC is an eCommerce company that manages third-party products in its Amazon Seller Central store...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital Marketing For Every Industry

    Digital Marketing For Every Industry

    Welcome to Lea Digital Solutions we are your partners in strategic growth...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Elevating eCommerce

    Elevating eCommerce

    Are you looking to improve your eCommerce business? Marketplace Maven provides consulting and management services to help you achieve your goals! We Specialize in Amazon, eBay, and Walmart accounts...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Durham, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Professional Amazon Service Providers

    Professional Amazon Service Providers

    We are a team of eCommerce obsessed marketing experts, empowering brand growth on Amazon, Walmart, & beyond...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Buffalo, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Better Service. Better Results.

    Better Service. Better Results.

    Organic Search | PPC Advertising | Website Design | Google My Business | Email Marketing | Voice Search SEO Website Optimization | Website Optimization | Core Web Vitals Readiness | Mobile Compatibility | Re-Branding/Business Makeover | Consulting | Michigan Digital Marketing Agency...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Detroit, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Making a Meaningful & Measurable Difference in Two Niche Markets

    Making a Meaningful & Measurable Difference in Two Niche Markets

    For book publishers, Amplify offers unmatched expertise in Amazon Ads along with strategic consulting and multi-channel ad management...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • NineTen Media is a web design, digital marketing, and creative services company.

    NineTen Media is a web design, digital marketing, and creative services company.

    NineTen Media is a web design, digital marketing, and creative services company. We help businesses grow sales and gain momentum...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Grand Rapids, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • E-commerce is in our DNA

    E-commerce is in our DNA

    We partner with brands to unlock their full potential on the Amazon & Walmart marketplaces...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Issaquah, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Marketing That Focuses On Driving A Business Result Not A Marketing One

    Marketing That Focuses On Driving A Business Result Not A Marketing One

    50-Pound Boson is a small marketing and growth hacking team focused on driving business results - not marketing results...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Cedar Rapids, Iowa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Focused On Results. Driven By Performance.

    Focused On Results. Driven By Performance.

    Marketplace Valet is a Full Service Amazon Agency located in Southern California who specialize in predictable, profitable growth for high revenue brands.  We balance brand integrity, streamline operations, with optimal content and ad/PPC strategies...

    Top Services:

    • CRO
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Corona, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Very Own Digital Marketing Agency.

    Your Very Own Digital Marketing Agency.

    We are a prominent digital marketing company that offers best quality digital services to give you the best ROI in every condition. We follow latest trends and ethical practices to give you the best results to build a long-term relationship with our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • A Brand Forward Approach to Amazon.

    A Brand Forward Approach to Amazon.

    Ridgeline Insights delivers true brand-first partnerships with customized strategies, A+ customer service, and an adaptable team that can focus on the critical last 10% that makes all the difference...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • eCommerce
    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
    • Show more
    Location
    Boise, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Beat Your Previous Agencys Performance

    Beat Your Previous Agencys Performance

    Nuclear Networking is an intelligence-driven digital marketing agency headquartered in Denver, CO with multiple locations around the USA...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    Location
    Meridian, Idaho
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Professional Digital Marketing Services

    Professional Digital Marketing Services

    At Clinkweb Studio, we believe that every business is unique and website should reflect the philosophy of the business...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Boca Raton, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Journey to Digitalization of Business

    Journey to Digitalization of Business

    Digi Era Pro is a family owned and operated IT company was established in 2018.We are offering Amazon Account Management, Local SEO, Web Development, Social Media Marketing, Google My Business Optimization, Pay Per Click, Pay Per Lead, Logo Design, APP Development, Software Development, Branding, E-Commerce...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Boca Raton, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Helping Brands Thrive (Not Survive) on Amazon

    Helping Brands Thrive (Not Survive) on Amazon

    etail Partners With etail Partners, you can go from surviving to dominating on Amazon...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Boca Raton, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Masters of Amazon Advertising.

    Masters of Amazon Advertising.

    Drive Sales, Increase ROI, and Outperform the Competition...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Boca Raton, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • The PPC Farm Growth Advantage

    The PPC Farm Growth Advantage

    After a decade of research and experience growing Amazon brands, we've figured out a fool-proof process that works, every time. We have a team of seasoned experts with 1000+ hours of experience, each managing millions of dollars in ad spend. We built a proprietary software with the best bidding algorithm...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Digital Advertising Agency

    Digital Advertising Agency

    Through strategic digital marketing initiatives, The Social Rook blends data, creativity, and the human experience to scale businesses...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Media Buying
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Creating Stunning Visuals and Intricate Applications.

    Creating Stunning Visuals and Intricate Applications.

    Improving brand presence with Custom Web solutions. Web Inventix is a premier web development and web design agency that does not limit its focus to visuals. Our strategic focus operates at the intersection of creativity and practicality to provide unique and outstanding digital experiences...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Dominate Amazon with Data-Driven Strategies.

    Dominate Amazon with Data-Driven Strategies.

    We leverage 30+ years of combined Amazon experience, a suite of automated tools, manual optimizations, and full-scale campaign management to transform your Amazon business into a niche-dominant force...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • ReturnItUP is comprised of ecommerce consultants.

    ReturnItUP is comprised of ecommerce consultants.

    We help consumer brand manufacturers increase direct-to-consumer sales on their own websites and on Amazon...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Elevate Your Business with Expert Digital Marketing Solutions from Web Engine

    Elevate Your Business with Expert Digital Marketing Solutions from Web Engine

    Modern Businesses Deserve Strategic Digital Marketing Comprehensive Digital Marketing Services Web Engine offers a full suite of digital marketing services designed to help your business thrive. Our experts use innovative techniques to enhance your online presence and drive growth...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Fort Collins, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Better. Smarter. Faster. Marketing Tools That Help You Grow!

    Better. Smarter. Faster. Marketing Tools That Help You Grow!

    At Faster Solutions, we believe in the power of storytelling to elevate your marketing from mere recognition to the unforgettable...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Colorado Springs, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Inform. Persuade. Remind.

    Inform. Persuade. Remind.

    EPRIZ 7 helps restaurants, healthcare providers, furniture stores, startups, local businesses, and small business to medium-sized companies grow through digital advertising, websites, and connected TV advertising. Marketing services in Los Angeles, including SEO, social media, and branding...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Your Go-to California Full-Stack Marketing Agency for All Your Online Marketing Needs.

    Your Go-to California Full-Stack Marketing Agency for All Your Online Marketing Needs.

    EzCommerce is a digital marketing firm that offers project managers and professional coders to help eCommerce businesses navigate the multitude of difficulties they encounter and complete their work quickly and effectively...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Fueling CPG Growth with AI and Human Expertise

    Fueling CPG Growth with AI and Human Expertise

    As a CPG-focused digital agency, we specialize in retail velocity, DTC, and Amazon. Our growth and retention strategies seamlessly integrate paid media, email marketing, and creative development. By leveraging the synergy between digital efforts and AI, we eliminate the need for multiple agencies, reduce...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Dynamic Digital Marketing.

    Dynamic Digital Marketing.

    Electric Web Services propels your business into the digital spotlight with cutting-edge SEO, bespoke web design, and strategic digital marketing. Our expert team crafts tailored solutions that boost visibility, engage audiences, and drive growth. Transform your online presence with us today!...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Ormond Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • The btr retail media management experts!

    The btr retail media management experts!

    Scale on Amazon, Walmart and more with BTR Media. Your journey to being BETTER (BTR) starts here!...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Bentonville, Arkansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Full-Service Amazon Marketing for Sustainable Ecommerce Growth

    Full-Service Amazon Marketing for Sustainable Ecommerce Growth

    Vines Commerce helps Amazon sellers and ecommerce brands improve advertising efficiency, listing visibility, conversion performance, and day-to-day marketplace operations...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Creative Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Amazon Domination for Brands. The #1 Hyper-Growth Agency.

    Amazon Domination for Brands. The #1 Hyper-Growth Agency.

    Brands that partner with CoreTrex average triple-digit yearly revenue growth through our proven process. Ready to grow?...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Rogers, Arkansas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Finch: We're easing eCommerce pains, one click at a time!

    Finch: We're easing eCommerce pains, one click at a time!

    Finch empowers eCommerce enterprises with data-driven, omnichannel strategies that drive revenue growth and chart a course toward greater profitability...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Salt Lake City, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Scalable Digital Marketing Solutions For Maximized Growth

    Scalable Digital Marketing Solutions For Maximized Growth

    Advertyzed is a digital marketing company founded in 2019. The company operates on a subscription-based model and provides on-demand marketing services through predefined packages...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • E-commerce Lift

    E-commerce Lift

    Performance marketing, sometimes referred to as direct response advertising, is any advertising that has a measurable call to action. Iron Pulley specializes in using performance marketing to build brands and lifetime customer relationships...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    Location
    Columbus, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your efficient digital agency.

    Your efficient digital agency.

    Joker Media is a Tampa-based digital agency with 20 years of experience and a track record of delivering thoughtful, high-performance web & marketing solutions. What once started as a full-service web/SEO agency has transformed into a next-gen AI-platform partner one that helps businesses scale fast...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We build awesome digital.

    We build awesome digital.

    Watch This Space Agency is a creative digital company that crafts custom websites from the ground up, paired with results-driven digital marketing campaigns to launch your brand into the spotlight...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Make It Happen!

    We Make It Happen!

    Helppli is your 360° Marketing & Development Team. From Marketing Strategy to Web & App Development, we deliver it all. Have a vision? Contact us today!...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Helping Brands Thrive With Next-Level Solutions

    Helping Brands Thrive With Next-Level Solutions

    Hire a web design company in california to ensure product marketing through multi-channels email marketing, social media marketing, search engine optimization, and beyond...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Product Design
    • Video Production
    • Show more
    Location
    California City, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed

7 FAQs About PPC Agencies in the US

What services does a pay per click agency in the US provide?

Pay per click agencies in the US offer a full spectrum of specialized services that integrate paid media into the broader marketing and revenue strategy and enable businesses to acquire more customers and grow demand on targeted channels

Guided by data to make spend decisions, eliminate waste, and maximize return on investment (ROI), the role of these specialists is to make each advertising dollar accountable.  

As part of its portfolio, a PPC agency provides campaign planning, keyword research, ad creation, copywriting, bid management, budget allocation, A/B testing, and performance tracking.

Professional PPC services are greatly sought after, as the majority of companies (60%) outsource PPC management to agencies, while 20% work with freelancers, and only one in five businesses maintains an in-house paid media team.

How much does a pay-per-click agency charge in the US?

PPC companies in the US typically charge from $100 to $150 per hour. In addition to hourly-based models, these agencies operate on the following pricing models: 

  • Fixed monthly fee or a subscription: Ranges from $1,500 to $10,000, depending on the campaign size and scope 
  • Percentage of ad spend: Typically falls between 10-30%, with the percentage often decreasing as ad spend increases 
  • Performance-based pricing: Payment is tied to results, such as the number of leads or conversions generated 
  • Project-based pricing: Entails a one-time fee for a specific project, unaffected by ad spend 

Predominantly, agencies price their services based on a % of monthly ad spend, with over 50% of PPC companies using this model as their primary. Following closely at 33%-35% are agencies charging a flat monthly fee. 

What do US pay-per-click agencies charge that most buyers don't expect?

 Setup fees, creative production, tracking implementation, and tool costs rarely appear in the proposal. Here’s what to expect: 

Add-on  Typical range 
One-time setup fee $500 – $2,500
Conversion tracking setup $300 – $1,500
Ad creative production $300 – $1,500/month
Tool subscriptions $100 – $500/month
Early termination fee 1 - 3 months retainer

Before signing, ask for a sample first invoice from a client at your scope level. 

How do I know if I'm hiring the right pay per click company in the US for my budget?

Most PPC agencies have an effective minimum. Below roughly $3,000 in monthly ad spend, there is not enough data volume for the bidding algorithm to optimize, and not enough margin for the agency to staff the account with anyone senior. If an agency is willing to take any budget without flagging this, that is worth noting. 

Budget fit also affects how you should think about pricing. An agency charging a percentage of ad spend earns more when you spend more. Considering that, at lower budgets, misalignment is manageable, but above $20,000 a month, it becomes a real incentive problem. 

Before signing, ask directly how their fee structure changes as your spend scales. 

What is a realistic timeline to see results from a PPC agency, and what should I expect week by week?

A well-run PPC engagement should show directional movement in cost-per-conversion within three months. 

Here is what the agency should be delivering at each stage: 

  • Days 1 to 30: Conversion tracking confirmed, campaign structure built, baseline CPA or ROAS established, and a documented hypothesis about what will move performance and why. 
  • Days 30 to 60: Active testing underway with ad copy variants, audience segments, and match type adjustments. You should be able to see what is being tested and what the agency expects to learn from it. 
  • Days 60 to 90: Early performance data available. The agency should be able to tell you what did/didn’t work and what changes are planned for the strategy going forward. 

How can I tell if my current PPC strategy is underperforming before I hire anyone?

Check these five things before you brief a single agency: 

  • Conversion tracking is recording the wrong events. If your campaigns are optimizing toward page views or session starts instead of form fills, calls, or purchases, every performance number in your account is built on a bad signal. 
  • Your search terms report is full of irrelevant queries. If you are paying for clicks from searches that have nothing to do with what you sell, your negative keyword strategy is either absent or neglected. 
  • Cost per conversion has been climbing with no change in targeting. Gradual CPA increases without a plausible explanation usually mean the account has not been actively managed; automated bidding running on its own is not optimization. 
  • Your best-performing campaigns have never been tested. If ad copy, landing pages, and audience segments have been static for more than 90 days, the performance is not being optimized; it is merely running. 
  • You have no visibility into which campaigns are driving revenue. If your reporting stops at leads or clicks and does not connect to closed business, you cannot tell what is working. 

What are the red flags when evaluating PPC agencies in the US?

Here are some common warning signs to watch out for PPC agencies in the US: 

  • They guarantee specific results. PPC runs on an auction. No one controls what competitors bid, how the algorithm weights signals, or how your landing page converts.  
  • Their reporting lives in a proprietary dashboard you cannot export. If your performance data only exists inside their platform, you own nothing when the relationship ends. 
  • They have never worked in your vertical. Industry context affects keyword intent, competitor behavior, and conversion patterns. An agency learning your space on your budget is a real cost. 
  • They push to increase the budget before the current spending is profitable. Scaling an unprofitable account spends more money at the same losing rate. 

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