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

1,114 Companies-Rankings updated: August 21, 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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  • We specialize in helping brands grow on Amazon by implementing innovative marketing

    Upscale Valley was founded in 2020 by former Amazon sellers. The inception was driven by a shared passion among like-minded Amazon enthusiasts aspiring to elevate client service standards in the industry...

    Location
    Florida, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Technological Innovation Driving The Digital Revolution.

    At Guerrilla Local, our name isnt just a label it embodies our core philosophy. Inspired by the concept of guerrilla marketing, we are a dynamic team of local business owners dedicated to revolutionizing the digital landscape. Just like guerrilla marketing employs innovative, unconventional, and...

    Location
    Brookfield, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Your go-to for effective branding strategies tailored to your business needs.

    360 Branding Hub offers complete branding solutions to help businesses stand out in their industries. Our team crafts strategies that build strong brand identities, whether you're starting from scratch or revamping an existing brand. From logos and visual design to messaging and brand strategy, we ensure...

    Location
    Gastonia, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Build Digital Assets

    Digital Group X builds high-performance websites with a strong focus on SEO, speed, and user experience. We help businesses stand out online by creating sites that not only look great but also rank well on Google and drive real results...

    Location
    Mountainside, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $65/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Strategize. Build. Secure. Scale.

    GYSP.tech is a trusted global IT Consulting and Service Provider helping businesses strategize, build, secure, and scale Cloud, Data, AI/ML, SaaS and Ecommerce ecosystems to maximize operational ROI and competitive advantage...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Transform Your Business To New Heights

    US Logo and Web, where creativity, technology, and a passion for innovation converge to transform your digital presence...

    Location
    Albuquerque, New Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • A Solution for All Your Ideas

    We know that good dentists change lives. So, our mission is to help the greatest number of people find the quality dental care they need. We do this by providing a unique mix of products and services that connect dentists to highly motivated dental patients...

    Location
    Cathedral City, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Profitable Growth Marketing for E-commerce & Mobile Apps

    GrowXme is a digital marketing agency for profitable growth, helping ecommerce, Shopify, mobile app, and game brands improve paid ads, SEO, creatives, CRO, and scaling diagnostics across global markets...

    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Launch Your Business to a New Heights.

    Every time we are given a new marketing challenge, we look at it as a new adventure, one that awaits discovery through a new lens...

    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Digital Marketing Agency You Wish You'd Hired First

    Hennessey Digital is a group of talented, tech-savvy humans who bring the skills, creativity, and experience to grow your business, all under one remote roof. With SEO, PPC advertising, web design, web development, organic social media, and conversion rate optimization, we do it all: from strategy to...

    Location
    West Hollywood, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Done Right

    Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency CTThe internet is the largest marketing tool so let us make it work for you! At Online Biz Builders we help your business grow its online presence and reach new audiences...

    Location
    Stamford, Connecticut
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $250/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Make the Lives of People That We Touch Better.

    TechRev is an innovative bespoke software development services, we assist firms in increasing their overall levels of productivity and efficiency in their operations. We strive to improve the lives of people in the communities that we serve, not just inside the organization where we work, but also in the...

    Location
    Hollywood, Florida
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
  • Promoting Businesses Through Strategic SEO

    BCC Interactive is a digital marketing agency offering agile and growth-focused SEO strategies that drive traffic, leads, and revenue. Its approach prioritizes meaningful connections and tangible results, eliminating the hassle of a monthly retainer while delivering impactful solutions tailored to each...

    Location
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Expert Google Ads & Marketing Solutions

    StubGroup, a digital marketing agency, operates as an extension of clients' businesses, offering tailored solutions to navigate the dynamic digital marketing industry. With a focus on delivering proven results, StubGroup forges strategic partnerships with industry leaders like Google, Facebook, Bing, and...

    Location
    Fort Worth, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Tailored PPC Strategies for Escape Room Businesses

    Escape Room PPC is a leading pay-per-click (PPC) management agency specializing in driving bookings and revenue for escape rooms. With expertise in Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and conversion rate optimization, Escape Room PPC delivers tailored marketing strategies that ensure maximum returns on your ad spend...

    Location
    Wichita Falls, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Boost your profits with a robust marketing plan for quality leads!

    DigiTechIO helps you identify a budget and targeted audience to generate high-quality leads...

    Location
    Sheridan, Wyoming
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • 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...

    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • SEM Made Easy.

    Over 10 years working with some of the largest brands with a specialized focus on Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and launching go-to-Market strategies for small to medium-sized businesses...

    Location
    Boston, Massachusetts
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Data-Driven Strategies for Real Growth.

    The Uproot Agency is a results-driven digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses grow through data-driven strategies and creative solutions. With expertise in SEO, web design, social media marketing, and PPC advertising, they deliver customized plans that drive measurable business results...

    Location
    Cibolo, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Culturally Intelligent Creative Advertising.

    BARÚ is a cross-cultural marketing agency that seamlessly blends creativity with strategic insights to deliver campaigns that resonate on a cultural and emotional level...

    Location
    Culver City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Equipping Businesses for the Digital Era.

    ClickFirst SMM is a digital marketing agency dedicated to providing top-tier services with an unwavering commitment to its core values. With the ever-evolving digital landscape, ClickFirst SMM embraces change, adapting its campaigns and strategies to stay ahead of the curve...

    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Branding And Marketing That Fuels Momentum

    CI Design Inc. specializes in visual identity design, helping brands develop cohesive and memorable visual systems. Their team creates logos, color palettes, typography, and supporting assets that capture a brands essence and resonate across all touchpoints...

    Location
    Milwaukee, Wisconsin
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Building Brands Online

    We are a professionally recognized web development and SEO company in Wilmington, DE and Mohali, Punjab. With extensive experience in creating visually appealing websites, internet marketing, Google Ads, and Facebook Ads, we craft solutions that perfectly align with your unique needs and goals...

    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • Where Digital Empires Rise.

    A professional Digital Marketing Agency with a dedicated focus on Pay-Per-Click (PPC) campaigns and website optimization. We excel at catalyzing Digital Success by crafting Compelling Content, Striking Visuals, and Interactive Interfaces, resulting in an unmatched level of Engagement and Growth...

    Location
    Elmhurst, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Digital Innovations.

    Mediatrenz stands as a prominent digital marketing agency based in India, providing a comprehensive array of services including SEO, web design and development, mobile app development, PPC, ORM, web application development, server management, ASO, and WordPress development. With a focus on delivering...

    Location
    New Castle, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Believe, Begin, Become.

    Our competent expertise is proficient in not just scaling your business, but in giving a face to it. Leaving a digital footprint on your visitors' minds...

    Location
    Texas City, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Digital Business Solutions with a Difference!

    GrapesTech Solutions is a prominent IT consultancy renowned for delivering cutting-edge digital business solutions. Our expertise lies in offering comprehensive IT consulting, website development and design, and system integration services tailored to meet the evolving needs of businesses...

    Location
    Lewes, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • 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...

    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Custom Digital Marketing Services

    NShine is a marketing agency that helps businesses grow through smart, creative strategies that make your brand stand out and succeed...

    Location
    Leander, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your Transformative Demand Generation Partner.

    Grow your marketing funnel via data-driven media intervention with YOptima. We combine machine learning with human intelligence to discover unique audience insights and optimize results across the marketing funnel. We leverage the power of programmatic media to help brands expand their targeted reach and...

    Location
    Owatonna, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Innovate, Inform & Inspire

    Descom Softwares is a Bhubaneswar-based IT company offering web design, mobile apps, digital marketing, and custom software solutions with on-time delivery. Comprehensive services to boost your online presence and drive business growth...

    Location
    Bartlett, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • mTouch Labs is a top-tier software development company in India, providing a wide range of web development and mobile app development services since 2011.We are a team of passionate people who solve complex problems through transformation aided by technology...

    Location
    Wilmington, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Top Web and Mobile Development Company in California

    eBizTrait is an offshore web development company and Digital marketing agency delivering high quality, cost effective, reliable result-oriented web and e-commerce solutions on time for a global clientele...

    Location
    Norwich, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • We Build Success Stories

    For over 2 decades, starting in 1998, we have been serving a global clientele with web design, web development, mobile app development & digital marketing services. Our expertise spans SEO, Google Ads, Alibaba minisites & ranking optimization & the ongoing maintenance of apps and websites across more than 75...

    Location
    Dublin, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Design, Innovate, Grow.

    Plaxo Technologies is a leading provider of mobile app, digital marketing, website design, and development services. Plaxo Technologies drives digital transformation through tailored strategies, innovative technologies, and expert guidance. We empower businesses to modernize, automate, and scale for long-term...

    Location
    Bonita Springs, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000

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 managementto 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 fee1 - 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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