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Top SEO Companies Ann Arbor, MI

Many Ann Arbor businesses both small and large prefer hiring SEO services based locally in Ann Arbor, MI. As an SEO professional with over 15 years experience in SEO, I wanted to provide a list of the top SEO companies in Ann Arbor, Michigan. I reviewed the services of over 33 SEO companies in Ann Arbor. From there I have narrowed down to the below top 11 SEO companies. SEO companies in this list were vetted based on a defined methodology with criteria we felt businesses care most about including but not limited to, a track record of client performance, the expertise of staff, and customer satisfaction. We receive no compensation from agencies in this list. If an SEO company is listed here, it is by their merit alone.

11Agencies reviewed

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1. Metric Marketing

Metric Marketing is an Ann Arbor-based SEO agency offering services such as digital marketing, web design, and data analytics. Their SEO offering includes keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building. They specialize in helping businesses improve their online presence and drive more traffic to their websites.

Minimum budget
$1,000+
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
27
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“They have certainly done that with helping us with everything from SEO.”

Why we chose them

540

Visit Metric Marketing

2. Pure Visibility

Pure Visibility is an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI. They offer a range of services including SEO, PPC, and web analytics. Their SEO offerings include technical SEO, local SEO, and content strategy. They focus on improving website visibility and driving organic traffic to help businesses grow online.

Minimum budget
$10,000+
Hourly rate
$200/hr
Team size
16
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“I recommend Pure Visibility to anyone looking to increase their online presence.”

Why we chose them

452

Visit Pure Visibility

3. ROI Digitally

Roi Digital, an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI, offers a range of services including SEO, PPC, web design, and content marketing. Their SEO offering includes keyword research, on-page optimization, link building, and analytics tracking to help businesses improve their online visibility and drive organic traffic to their websites.

Minimum budget
$1,000+
Hourly rate
$25/hr
Team size
16
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“Their comprehensive analysis highlights the website's superior features, seamless user experience.”

Why we chose them

569

Visit ROI Digitally

4. The Modern Firm

The Modern Firm is an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI, offering web design, content marketing, and branding services. Their SEO services include keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building to help businesses improve their online visibility and increase organic traffic to their websites.

Minimum budget
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Hourly rate
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Team size
16
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“My firm's website gets compliments, and their marketing returns have far outpaced my expectations.”

Why we chose them

472

Visit The Modern Firm

5. Website Optimization

Website Optimization is an SEO agency in Ann Arbor, MI offering services such as website analysis, SEO, and website performance optimization. They specialize in improving website speed and performance, keyword research, and on-page optimization for better search engine ranking.

Minimum budget
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Hourly rate
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Team size
12
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“I highly recommend this marketing company. You will not be disappointed.”

Why we chose them

539

Visit Website Optimization

6. Hivehouse Digital

Hivehouse Digital is an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI, offering services such as web design, branding, and digital marketing. Their SEO offering includes keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building to improve clients' online visibility and drive organic traffic.

Minimum budget
$5,000+
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
10
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“Hive House is a great team. They can take minimal direction and create something amazing.”

Why we chose them

654

Visit Hivehouse Digital

7. Michigan SEO Group

Michigan SEO Group is an SEO agency located in Ann Arbor, MI, offering services such as search engine optimization, pay-per-click advertising, website design, and social media marketing. They focus on technical SEO, content optimization, and link building to improve client's online visibility and ranking on search engines.

Minimum budget
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Hourly rate
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Team size
10
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“Helped us navigate the SEO and online marketing world with improving results.”

Why we chose them

452

Visit Michigan SEO Group

8. Merithot Creative Marketing

Merithot is an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI offering services such as local SEO, national SEO, and e-commerce SEO. They provide website design, pay-per-click management, and social media marketing. Their SEO services include keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building to improve clients' online visibility and organic search rankings.

Minimum budget
$5,000+
Hourly rate
$100/hr
Team size
9
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“Merithot has been a key and instrumental partner in our marketing and advertising.”

Why we chose them

463

Visit Merithot Creative Marketing

9. 3.7 Designs

3.7 Designs is an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI, offering services such as web design, branding, and digital marketing. Their SEO services include keyword research, on-page optimization, link building, and website audits to improve search engine rankings and increase organic traffic for their clients.

Minimum budget
$10,000+
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
8
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“Outstanding full service Ann Arbor based Web Design and SEO and great people to work with.”

Why we chose them

483

Visit 3.7 Designs

10. Fivenson Studios

Fivenson Studios is an SEO agency based in Ann Arbor, MI, offering a range of services including web design, branding, and digital marketing. Their SEO services include keyword research, on-page optimization, link building, and content creation, aimed at improving website visibility and driving organic traffic.

Minimum budget
$1,000+
Hourly rate
$150/hr
Team size
5
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“I was pleased with their professionalism and attention to detail. I highly recommend Fivenson.”

Why we chose them

462

Visit Fivenson Studios

11. Breakout Internet Media

Breakout Internet Media is an Ann Arbor, MI-based SEO agency offering services like local search, content marketing, and website design. Their SEO offering includes keyword research, on-page optimization, and link building to improve search engine rankings and organic traffic for businesses.

Minimum budget
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Hourly rate
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Team size
3
Based in
Ann Arbor, MI

“Finally an honest SEO company with a small team that treats their clients well.”

Why we chose them

490

Visit Breakout Internet Media

How we ranked Ann Arbor SEO companies

We reviewed dozens of agencies serving Ann Arbor, weighing more than fifty separate points of information for each. These are the categories that decided the order.

Client performance
Case studies and customer reviews for every agency, read for evidence of actual outcomes (keyword movement, traffic growth, lead volume) rather than claims about process.
Employee experience
The LinkedIn profile of every SEO employee at each firm: years of SEO-specific experience, how deep it goes, and whether it leans strategic, implementation, or account management. A large team of generalists is a different proposition from a small team of specialists.
Customer satisfaction
Reviews on Google and third-party platforms, weighted by what clients actually say rather than the star average: what they valued, how they were treated, and how long they stayed. Engagement length says more than a rating does.
Location
Every firm listed here is based in or near Ann Arbor. An agency that merely sells into this market is not the same as one that works in it.

No agency paid to appear on this page, and none can. We are not on our own lists either. The Fractional SEO is not an agency, so including ourselves would be dishonest in a different direction.

About the author

Andrew Eagar

Andrew Eagar

Founder, The Fractional SEO

Andrew Eagar is an SEO expert with over 15 years of SEO experience. He has been the Director of SEO at 4 different agencies. He has built SEO departments from the ground up, has lead SEO teams of over 25 people, and has contributed SEO thought leadership to websites like Moz, Clutch, and many others. Andrew’s experience leading SEO agencies at 4 different companies makes him uniquely qualified to assess the value and quality of each. He can look beyond agency marketing material and assess the substance of their value and the quality of their work. Andrew is the Founder and CEO of The Fractional SEO, an agency alternative. The Fractional SEO works to bridge the gap between agency and in-house.

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