The top Public Relations agencies in 2026 are BCW (Burson Cohn & Wolfe), Builtvisible, and Avon Marketing & Media Inc., selected from 34 agencies vetted by DesignRush on the basis of verified client reviews (4.5 avg. rating), project outcomes and industry expertise. BCW (Burson Cohn & Wolfe) leads the ranking for Public Relations, followed by Builtvisible and Avon Marketing & Media Inc..

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1BCW (Burson Cohn & Wolfe) New Inquire$1/hrNew York City, New York
2Builtvisible New Inquire$1/hrLondon, United Kingdom
3Avon Marketing & Media Inc. New Under $1,000$20/hrToronto, Canada
4Fair Public Relations New $1,000 - $10,000$25/hrLondon, United Kingdom
5Lacomonline New $1,000 - $10,000$45/hrLisbon, Portugal
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Best Public Relations Companies

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  • Connecting brands with their audiences.

    BCW (Burson Cohn & Wolfe) is a global communications agency delivering integrated solutions for clients across various industries to connect and engage with their target audiences...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
  • Elevating Digital Performance

    Builtvisible is a digital marketing agency in London, specializing in SEO, content, and data-driven strategies to enhance online visibility and performance...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
  • Turning Clicks into Clients

    Welcome to Avon Marketing & Media | We are a Canadian Owned & Operated digital marketing firm working in both USA and Canada. Our experience is within many different niches of digital marketing, and our goal is to understand your unique challenges and problems faced in the digital marketing world and...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Services
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Toronto, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Boutique, journalist-led, affordable PR

    Fair Public Relations is a boutique PR agency built for small businesses, founders, experts and growing brands that want credible media exposure without traditional agency costs. Led by former UK national journalist Jordan Baker, Fair PR combines editorial insight, tailored strategy and direct journalist...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Branding & Corporate Identity for brands & businesses.

    Lacomonline is a premier communication and marketing boutique agency based in the Iberian Peninsula, specializing in branding and corporate identity for both brands and companies. We offer tailored solutions that enhance brand recognition and strengthen corporate identity, ensuring our clients achieve their...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Lisbon, Portugal
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Think Glocal, Market Local

    In a world of generic strategies, ARTU stands out by mastering the "Glocal" balance. We help ambitious brands scale through a hybrid approach: world-class strategic planning fueled by deep local market intelligence. We don't just run campaigns; we build sustainable growth engines. From digital transformation...

    Top Services:

    • Market Research
    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Zaragoza, Spain
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Master Mindset - One Unified All-Inclusive Strategy

    Marketing House is your one-stop shop for globally smart, locally tuned, and result-driven marketing solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Graphic Design
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Award-Winning SEO Agency London. Digital Marketing Services Worth Shouting About.

    London based full service digital marketing agency offering cutting edge web design and KPI driven digital marketing campaigns. Our core strength lies in quickly getting to grips with enhancing your web footprint by understanding the user intent within your market sector...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • PPC
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    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • B2B SEO & Content Marketing Agency

    Windsor Digital Marketing helps businesses achieve sustainable growth through SEO, content marketing, and strategic digital planning. We prioritize search-driven strategies that deliver measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Windsor, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Portuguese Full Service 360º Marketing Creative Agency.

    ADTRICK is a diverse team of talented individuals united by our commitment to crafting unique strategies. Our approach is to devise innovative solutions that elevate the significance of your brand...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Event Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    São Domingos de Rana, Portugal
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
  • Swift Rankings - Charleston SEO Experts

    Swift Rankings stands as the preeminent SEO powerhouse in Charleston! Our adept team specializes in tailoring bespoke SEO strategies, ranging from the development of optimized websites to robust link-building initiatives, all aimed at ensuring your dominance in local search results. With an extensive suite of...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Public Relations
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Charleston, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • What's Your Story?

    Oyster Communications is a boutique, hands-on agency accustomed to working on scalable accounts from startups to established companies. We have experience in the travel & tourism, lifestyle, media, medical and hemp/cannabis industries. Our team has created campaigns that have landed earned media features on...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    Location
    Canton, Georgia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Top Affiliate Marketing Agency

    Versa is the #1 Affiliate Marketing Agency for DTC and Amazon businesses. Versa was created over a decade ago by a team of internet marketing veterans with a mission to drive greater growth and overall value through affiliate partnerships...

    Top Services:

    • Affiliate Marketing
    • Public Relations
    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Your Story, Well Told

    PR and personal brand support that actually gets noticed. From headline-grabbing media coverage to LinkedIn strategies that work, we help founders, leaders and brands show up with clarity, credibility and confidence. Big-brand thinking, boutique feel...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    Location
    Bristol, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creating People-Centered Experiences And Strategies That Take Them Further

    Laura Parenti is a Digital Marketing and User Experience Design agency based in Italy. We design apps, develop web interfaces and websites, and craft experiences on and off line that make people fall in love with your brand - building trust beyond reason...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Print Design
    • SEO
    • Design Services
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Signa, Italy
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Helping Brands Bloom

    Jasper helps brands grow with bold identities, strategic SEO, compelling content, and stunning web designpowered by agile collaboration and expert creativity...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Calgary, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Saudi-based consultancy specializing in hospitality consulting and destinations advisory, public relations, marketing strategy, events, and product launches. Serving clients across Saudi Arabia and the wider region, MRSM supports organizations in building a strong brand presence through strategic...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Creative Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Expert marketing. On the spot.

    Brandspot Inc. is a full-service marketing agency helping brands stand out and grow with purpose. From strategy and branding to digital ads, content, and web design we craft custom marketing solutions that drive real results. Were not just another agency; were your hands on partner for smart, creative, and...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Video Production
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Ottawa, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • A Global, Integrated Communications Agency.

    Quinn is a global, integrated communications agency operating in luxury, ultra-luxury and lifestyle. We will help you build audiences, increase revenue and transform your brand...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Brand Marketing Specialists

    516 Marketing Inc is a dedicated digital marketing company on helping brands elevate their online visibility and shine prominently across search engines...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
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    Location
    Flint, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • PR Done by the Industry Experts

    Prim + Co specializes in a wide range of services to enhance brand visibility and engagement primarily through event management...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Content Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
  • The difference between looking for customers and customers looking for you.

    A full-service, award-winning, creative agency offering brand strategy, marketing, graphic design, website development, advertising campaigns and digital marketing for select clients. We are dedicated to elevating brands through creative and strategic excellence and killer ideas...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Morganton, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Stand up and stand out with creative copywriting

    Martine from Sweet Orange is a senior copywriter, creative thinker and an ex-journalist. Comfortable with people from all walks of life and range of industries, markets and audiences, she's been writing winning words for websites, publications, marketing materials and ad campaigns for 20+ years. Sweet Orange...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Public Relations
    Location
    Tauranga, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • We Make Bold Brands Unstoppable.

    Brandon is a full-force marketing agency engineered to outsmart, outperform, and out-create the competition. We marry analytics with audacity, digital with disruption, and brand with bottom line. Our work earns attention but more importantly, it earns results...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
  • Moving People to Action Through Emotional Connections and Benefits.

    Seed Factory is a creative agency with offices in Atlanta and Orange Co, CA. By working across creative content, branding and PR tactics, they can create holistic marketing strategies for business growth, allowing brands to move people through emotional benefits...

    Top Services:

    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $175/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Strategy, creative, media, and PR under one roof.

    GreenRubino is an independent, integrated marketing, advertising, and public relations agency based in Seattle. For nearly 50 years, we have helped organizations solve complex marketing challenges and build momentum that produces measurable business results...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Public Relations
    • Branding
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    Location
    Seattle, Washington
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $195/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Nourishing the Expansion of Top-tier Brands Across the Nation

    Feed Media is a leading national public relations and marketing agency that works with burgeoning brands. Our clientele consists of growth companies of all sizes, from startups to those listed in the Fortune 500. We adopt a straightforward and highly efficient approach to PR and marketing, geared towards...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Social Media Marketing
    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Seek and You Will Shine.

    Marcus Thomas is a leading independent, full-service advertising agency with offices in Cleveland, Cincinnati, Buenos Aires, and Santiago. The agency focuses on creating meaningful experiences that build long-term relationships between brands and their audiences. By understanding the human journey, Marcus...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    Location
    Cleveland, Ohio
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • THE Results-Driven Brand Growth Agency

    Full-service. Independently owned. WBE-certified. We accelerate growth for our clients' brands and businesses by designing and executing smart, data-driven creative campaigns, marketing strategies, and consumer experiences that will help you achieve and surpass your business growth goals faster...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
  • Custom Solutions, Creative Results

    Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, we believe in tailoring every package to fit the unique needs of each client. We don't confine ourselves to one niche because your brand is as unique as your fingerprint. Avanti Creativo is where creativity meets results, and where your brand's journey becomes a...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
  • Your Gateway To Business In China

    China Business Agency serves as a trusted partner for international brands seeking to navigate the Chinese market. With expertise in public relations, market entry, branding, and regulatory compliance, we support over 500 global companies in building a strong, compliant, and credible presence in China...

    Top Services:

    • Public Relations
    • Branding
    • Reputation Management
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Market Research
    • Show more
    Location
    Shanghai, China
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We Make Brands And Places People Choose

    We Are Example is an independent brand strategy, PR and placemaking agency with offices in Sydney and Dubai. We work with luxury hospitality brands, hotels, food and beverage concepts, drinks brands, developers and tourism boards across Australia, the Middle East and Asia Pacific. We build the brand, earn the...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Strategy
    • Reputation Management
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Rushcutters Bay, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $225/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Integrated Marketing Solution

    Outdoor and Billboards Nigeria specializes in dynamic outdoor advertising solutions across Lagos, Nigeria. From strategic media buying to creative concept development and precise campaign placement, the agency elevates brand visibility and engagement through innovative outdoor marketing strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Media Buying
    • Advertising
    • Branding
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Ikeja, Nigeria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $300/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creating Permanent Digital Success

    We are a full serviced digital marketing agency that started out as a specliast SEO agency. We work with a range of clients and have a lot of experience with ecommerce, fashion and travel brands...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Public Relations
    • Show more
    Location
    Romford, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $650/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000

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4 Frequently Asked Questions About PR Firms

What services do PR firms offer?

They offer the following services:

  • Media relations and earned coverage: Through strong media relations, PR agencies pitch stories, coordinate interviews, and place clients in relevant publications. Recent industry data shows that 63% of consumers trust news media information over advertising, reinforcing the value of PR-led media coverage.
  • Strategic communication and PR strategy: Developing a tailored PR strategy aligned with business goals to reach target audiences effectively. According to PR Week’s State of PR report, 75% of communicators say PR must directly align with business results.
  • Reputation and crisis management: A public relations firm prepares organizations for potential risks and leads response efforts during crises. According to industry research, businesses with a proactive crisis plan recover up to 50% faster than those without one.
  • Corporate communications and public affairs: Many agencies handle internal and external corporate communications, ensuring consistent messaging across employees, investors, and the public. They may also support public affairs, helping organizations navigate regulatory environments and communicate with government stakeholders.
  • Content and digital marketing integration: Modern PR services often overlap with digital marketing, content marketing, and influencer marketing. PR firms create press releases, thought leadership articles, and multimedia content that amplify visibility across digital channels. Digital and online media now account for 57.84% of PR spending, showing how communication strategies have shifted toward digital-first engagement.
  • Brand positioning and thought leadership: PR agencies help companies establish authority through thought leadership, strategic storytelling, and consistent messaging. This is especially important for emerging brands seeking to build brand recognition in competitive markets.
  • Client advisory and PR counseling: Providing ongoing PR counseling to guide leadership decisions. Agencies advise each client on communication strategy, market positioning, and stakeholder engagement. 

How much do PR services typically cost?

The price of PR services varies widely depending on the scope, industry, and level of expertise required. Most entry-level and mid-sized businesses should expect to pay $5,000-$15,000 per month for meaningful results from a professional PR firm.

For ongoing support, agencies typically charge a monthly retainer.

  • Entry-level or boutique PR firm: $3,000-$5,000 per month
  • Mid-sized agencies: $8,000-$15,000 per month
  • Enterprise or global public relations companies: $15,000-$40,000+ per month

A 2025 pricing analysis shows that most retainers fall between $5,000 and $20,000 per month, with larger national or global campaigns exceeding that range. 

Agencies charge hourly for advisory, PR counseling, and similar services with rates ranging from $100 to $300 per hour. 

How do these firms handle crisis management situations?

They handle crisis management by preparing in advance, responding quickly, and guiding the recovery after the immediate issue is contained. 

First, a PR firm assesses risk and builds a response plan before a crisis happens. That matters because 89% of business leaders say resilience is a strategic priority, which shows how seriously companies now treat crisis readiness, according to Deloitte.

When a crisis breaks, firms move fast to control the narrative by drafting a holding statement, advising executives, coordinating legal and leadership input, and managing media questions. The goal is to respond within the first day, because early action often shapes how the issue is perceived.

Top agencies also monitor digital channels in real time. At the start of 2024, there were 5.04 billion social media user accounts worldwide, and the global total grew by 266 million in 2023, which means crises can spread extremely fast across platforms.

After the immediate response, PR teams focus on trust recovery, handling follow-up messaging, stakeholder communication, and reputation rebuilding.

What timelines should I expect before seeing measurable results from PR efforts?

PR results typically take time to build, with most businesses seeing measurable impact within 3 to 6 months, and stronger, sustained results over 6 to 12 months.

Early outputs, such as media placements and initial media relations traction, can appear within the first 4 to 8 weeks. However, meaningful outcomes, such as improved brand recognition, a stronger reputation, and consistent coverage, require ongoing effort and a well-executed strategy.

According to the 2024 Global Comms Report by Cision, 68% of PR professionals say demonstrating long-term impact remains a top priority, reinforcing that PR is a cumulative investment rather than a short-term tactic.

In practice, organizations that commit to at least 6 months of consistent PR activity are far more likely to see measurable business value.