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

966 Companies - Rankings updated: August 22, 2026

DesignRush vets every pay per click agency based on professional qualifications and verified client feedback to help you choose confidently. Some listings may include paid placements.

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  • No Bullshit Just Results.

    No fluff, no guesswork, no wasted spend. iCatch Marketing builds high-performance lead systems that turn marketing into measurable revenue. We combine data, automation, and real-world experience across Google, Yelp, and AI-driven search to deliver consistent results. Every campaign is built for one goal: more...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • We Simplify Your Digital World

    Arteon Technology is dedicated to advancing businesses through comprehensive services encompassing app development, UI design, rigorous testing, and efficient project management, thereby harnessing the full spectrum of IT capabilities. Connect with our team of fervent experts at Arteon Technology as we...

    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • We Solve Problems

    Winston Digital Marketing provides affordable SEO and PPC for growing brands...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • One Agency. Every Marketplace. All-In Growth.

    beBOLD Digital is the leading Full Service Agency for Amazon & Walmart with focus on Beauty, Baby, Grocery and CPG brands. We help brands scale their businesses, gain market share and dominate the digital shelf...

    Location
    Costa Mesa, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
  • We Make I.T. Easier.

    "To empower businesses of all sizes to achieve their full potential by providing innovative, affordable, and accessible marketing and technology solutions."...

    Location
    Columbia, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Where Money Is Made

    Levines Enterprises LLC is based in Bridgeport CT since 2021. With a team of creative web developers and marketers, we have been providing high-quality, fast, and affordable websites and digital marketing services for small businesses...

    Location
    Bridgeport, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Business Growth. Simplified

    Full Service Digital marketing agency focused on driving bottom line revenue growth for our clients through holistic online marketing campaigns...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The #1 Digital Marketing Agency in DFW Area

    Our professional organization is dedicated to guiding our clients through the process of creating a marketing plan that perfectly meets its objectives! In addition, we place emphasis on our clients’ comfort and satisfaction regarding quality of customer support, pricing structure, and industry standard...

    Location
    Allen, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Focused on Providing Small to Enterprise Companies With 360° Digital Advertising Solutions.

    Start Growing Your Online Business Presence Today! At SEO Digital Marketing Agency our expert marketing team are dedicated professionals focused on driving Qualified Clients through LEAD GENERATION for our partners providing 360° DIGITAL MARKETING STRATEGIES and undefinable search engine marketing...

    Location
    Sausalito, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Sports & NIL Collective Marketing

    Digital Sports Partners is a marketing and development group that crafts powerhouse brands for the next generation of collegiate superstars and sports brands. We craft powerhouse brands for the next generation of collegiate superstars. Whether you're building your NIL empire or elevating your teams presence...

    Location
    Virginia Beach, Virginia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Success Is Our Success

    Lackey Designs is an award-winning digital marketing agency based in Fishers, Indiana, helping small to medium-sized businesses compete with larger enterprises. We specialize in custom website design, SEO, Google PPC advertising, social media management, and branding solutions. Since 2006, we've partnered...

    Location
    Fishers, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Powerful Marketing Agency

    We are a digital marketing agency specializing in powerful organic search engine optimization for small businesses. Northlake is all about building an improved cashflow system to increase your profits while lowering the cost per acquisition for new customers.  When we started Northlake Digital in 2008, the...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Born from code, built for business

    Cascade Web Solutions is at the forefront of revolutionizing web design. Our specialization lies in the creation of Next.js websites, a technology favored by industry giants such as TikTok and Nike. These websites surpass conventional WordPress setups, delivering enhanced performance and seamless user...

    Location
    Richland, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Move the Needle. See Growth.

    We help B2B companies scale smarter, working as a true partner to convert ad spend into qualified pipeline with data-driven strategies and exceptional service...

    Location
    Golden, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Boost Your Brand with a Marketing Agency and Digital Advertising Experts That Deliver Results.

    We push the envelope for you. We are continually exploring new marketing strategies and emerging technologies...

    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Our passion is helping companies grow efficiently and strategically so there are no wasted efforts.

    We Use Our Expertise To Help Companies Grow Better Our mission is to empower and train businesses on how to optimize their business operations. Through a strategic combination of marketing and sales tactics, otherwise known as revenue operations, we aim to help businesses grow efficiently and be in control...

    Location
    Bozeman, Montana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $160/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Online Advertising Agency

    Advertising Online Agency provides paid media services including social ads, PPC and search campaigns and can support LinkedIn ads among its full digital marketing stack...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • A Display Advertising Agency

    Innis Maggiore delivers display advertising campaigns rooted in brand positioning and strategic targeting. The agency leverages creative banners, rich media, video and programmatic placements to raise brand awareness and reach the right audience...

    Location
    Canton, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Amplify Your Digital Marketing With a Strategic Partner.

    Compass Media builds display advertising campaigns that combine audience targeting, creative ad formats, and brand placements to maximize reach and conversions. The agency offers full-service digital marketing to help businesses amplify their online presence...

    Location
    Orange Beach, Alabama
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Get Visible. Get Chosen. Locally.

    Professional digital marketing and SEO services for local businesses in USA. Boost your online presence with Google My Business optimization, SEO, PPC, and website development...

    Location
    Cliffside Park, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $399/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Advertising. Marketing. Media Buying.

    We are a team of spirited and talented individuals who collectively bring over 50 years of experience in advertising, marketing, and media buying. We distinguish between good and great, and it shows in everything we do. We have an unwavering focus on driving real results for our clients. Through powerful...

    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • The Online Marketing Agency Offering 4 Solutions 0 Risk 5 Rewards

    405Ads.com is a leading Los Angeles based internet marketing company specializing in SEO and PPC for businesses of all sizes. Our experience and 5 star rating online proves we are a top choice for businesses nationwide...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Discover Your Digital Space

    The Social Being is an award-winning, leading advertising agency that prides itself on giving continuous attention to our client’s needs and providing excellent client satisfaction by working as a San Antonio internet marketing company. We specialize in WordPress Website Development, SEO and Social Media...

    Location
    San Antonio, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Full-Service Performance Marketing Agency

    We’re a full-service, performance marketing agency that offers our clients a fresh and innovative experience. We use the word “performance” because we provide real, tangible results. At Valve+Meter, we believe there’s no limit to a client’s potential growth. With our individualized marketing...

    Location
    Indianapolis, Indiana
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Bring Ideas to Life!

    Beehive is a digital marketing agency driven by passion and built with integrity. We pride ourselves on helping our clients meet and exceed their marketing goals...

    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • You Create. We Sell.

    Art of Next is fervently dedicated to aiding brands in attaining extraordinary growth. Leveraging our strategic proficiency, deep industry insights, and data-driven methodology, we empower your brand to distinguish itself, generate revenue, and fortify its position in the continually evolving business...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Esults-Driven Digital Marketing Agency

    MTech Media is a full-service digital-marketing agency based in Totowa, New Jersey. The firm provides services such as local SEO, Google Ads management, web design & development, social-media marketing and brand-design strategy for businesses of all sizes...

    Location
    Totowa, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Elevate Your Digital Presence

    Ringo Media is a results-driven digital marketing and software development agency with 20+ years of experience. We help businesses scale through SEO, PPC, social media, and custom software solutions. By combining strategy, AI-powered tools, and creative design, we deliver measurable growth. From startups to...

    Location
    Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Turning Ideas Into Digital Impact

    Web Founders USA delivers result-driven web design, WordPress and Shopify development, SEO services, digital marketing, branding, and video animation to help startups and businesses scale digitally with confidence...

    Location
    Atlanta, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Local Service Business Marketing

    Local Fort Lauderdale SEO Company is a company that provides professional SEO services for your website. They are experts in handling all the technicalities that go into an online business, making it easy for you to get the results you want...

    Location
    Davie, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Operator-grade Growth Marketing. From Inside Real Ad Accounts.

    GrowthMarketer breaks down how modern performance marketing actually works in 2026: server-side attribution, AI-native creative, Meta campaign structure, and operator systems that compound. No theory. No gurus. No recycled agency decks. Just what's working right now from inside real ad accounts. Hosted by...

    Location
    Boulder, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Technogiq IT Solutions Is a Leading IT Consulting and Business Outsourcing Company

    Technogiq IT Solutions is a leading IT Consulting and business outsourcing company that offers custom software solutions. We develop ROI based solutions and follow development process like agile software development & waterfall model...

    Location
    Irving, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your Growth Our Mission

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

    Location
    Dover, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • KOKONUT Group is a Full-Service Boutique Digital Marketing Agency that specializes in rendition of custom-tailored SEO (Search Engine Optimization) services. We breathe in marketing and exhale ROI, while charging less than most SEO agencies in the United States. Since 2013, we’ve successfully optimized...

    Location
    Torrance, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Canada's Award-Winning Marketing Agency

    At QuickMark Digital, we're passionate about helping businesses stand out and thrive. We don't do one-size-fits-all instead, we dive deep to understand what makes your business unique and create marketing strategies that truly connect with your audience. Our goal is simple: fuel your growth and build strong...

    Location
    Ontario, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • web empowered applications

    Smile MEDIA is a website design, software development and digital marketing agency aimed at improving business performance through technology efficiencies and analytics. We digitally enable a company's products and services through cyber, mobility, cloud, social business and analytics...

    Location
    Exeter, New Hampshire
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Kilvington Digital Marketing: Exclusive Focus, Maximum Results.

    Tired of generic marketing? We partner with one business per service area, delivering laser-focused strategies & data-driven results. Get unmatched expertise, content that converts, & measurable success. Don't settle for shared success. Contact Kilvington Digital today!...

    Location
    Sanford, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • CRUSH it with Digital Marketing.

    We are a top rated digital marketing agency and website designer in Denver, Colorado, providing a full suite of marketing, software and advertising services. We design highly dynamic websites and funnels geared towards high conversion rates. We can build in most cms design platforms and can provide...

    Location
    Erie, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $275/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Custom Web & Mobile App Development Company

    IT Niche is an AI-powered digital solutions company specializing in web and mobile app development, ecommerce, and performance marketing. We help businesses build scalable products and drive growth through SEO, VCO, and data-driven strategies focused on real results...

    Location
    Memphis, Tennessee
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • AI-powered Marketing Teams For DTC & SaaS brands

    MNB Studios is a performance marketing and growth agency that helps DTC, eCommerce, and SaaS brands scale through AI-powered marketing systems. The agency combines paid media management, lifecycle email marketing, content creation, analytics, and strategic oversight into a unified subscription-based model...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Chicago Local SEO Experts Driving Real Business Growth

    BuizFinance Marketing Agency is a Chicago-based local SEO agency helping Chicago businesses improve online visibility and attract high-quality local leads. We focus on Chicago local search optimization, Google Business Profile management, and location-based SEO strategies that help businesses rank higher...

    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Elevate Your Business Online

    Error Sync is a digital marketing and IT solutions agency delivering a comprehensive range of services, including web development, search engine optimization, cloud infrastructure support, business email configuration, and online advertising. Through its integrated and technology-driven approach, the agency...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • A Group of Smart, Quirky, Funny, Hardworkers Who Think Like Entrepreneurs and Get Stuff Done!

    Welcome to MassConvert, the award-winning team that Consistently Grows eCommerce Brands & Local Businesses...

    Location
    Austin, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Lake Mary Small Business Marketing

    Tonic Enterprises is an online marketing firm committed to helping clients improve their digital branding...

    Location
    Lake Mary, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
  • Ideas That Grow Your Business

    In short (since there is a 600 character limit and we've already used 73), Clarity Creative Group is a digital marketing agency that is customer service oriented. We care about the WHY in almost every circumstance, which allows us to help our clients reach their goals. Through clear communication and...

    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • SEO Services That Outrank and Outperform

    We offer fully-strategic, customized SEO solutions that are white-hat, Google approved and ultimately successful. Our SEO strategies are as unique as the brands we serve. We work with eCommerce, SaaS, Fintech, Global Data Providers, Colleges / Universities, and most verticals in-between...

    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Digital Marketing Experts

    Social Up Media is not your average agency. We are a tight, personable, digital marketing firm that specializes in SEO, SEM, PPC, and Paid Social. We take pride in providing personalized support for each individual client. Our methods of success are proven, and we are confident in taking on any type of client...

    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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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