Top Social Media Marketing Firms in Melbourne

Researched by:Goodfirms Research TeamUpdated:September 19, 2026

Goodfirms has reviewed 221 Social Media Marketing Firms in Melbourne as of September 2026. The top-ranked firm is Lounge Lizard (4.9 stars, 15 verified reviews, NA, founded 1998, Melbourne). Across the category, the median hourly rate is $37, median client rating is 5, and 14% of firms employ 50+ members. Explore the vetted Social Media Marketing Firms in Melbourne companies below, compare their strengths, and connect with the provider best suited to your requirements.

In your search for a reliable service provider, you will come across many social media marketing firms in Melbourne that claim to be the best in the industry. To help you eliminate groundless claims and find the ideal partner, Goodfirms has prepared a directory of top-performing firms. 

This list of top social media consulting firms in Melbourne is complemented with crucial information like focus area, experience, pricing model, project portfolio, and authentic reviews. So, browse through this directory and hire the best social media marketing companies in Melbourne that match your selection criteria.

Goodfirms has verified 221 Social Media Marketing Firms in Melbourne - part of 27,036+ Social Media Marketing Agencies, each passing Goodfirms' 4-step verification process (background check, client interviews, portfolio audit, ongoing quality review). Listings marked "Sponsored" are agencies that pay for premium placement - sponsorship does not affect star ratings or review content.

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  • We pride ourselves on creating varied work and have already built up an extensive list of clients and successful projects. Beyond beautiful design and clean code, we realize that we must judge our success on how well we have supported our clients.

    NA
    2 - 9
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Our goal is to help our clients increase their online visibility, drive more traffic to their websites, and ultimately convert more visitors into customers. We provide our clients with an integrated and data-driven approach that leverages the latest digital marketing techniques and technologies.We believe in doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. ... read Mitora reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • We are strategists, critical thinkers, creatives and results-obsessives. There’s not much that gives us greater kicks than a KPI on an upward trajectory. 121 Group is a full service brand, marketing and digital agency with expertise in both B2C (business to consumer) and B2B (business to business) solutions across all digital and traditional channels. We ... read 121 Group reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Welcome to Haze Craft Media, where creativity meets strategy to bring your brand to life. We are a Melbourne-based graphic design and media agency passionate about crafting stunning visuals that leave a lasting impression. Whether you need brand identity, digital marketing assets, website design, or video production, our team of creative professionals are here to ... read Haze Craft Media reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2025
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Cubic Digital is a results-driven digital marketing agency in Melbourne, Australia, dedicated to helping businesses grow through innovative and data-backed strategies. Our team of experts focuses on creating customised solutions that drive traffic, boost visibility, and improve conversion rates. As a leading SEO company, we deliver measurable outcomes through ethical and effective optimisation techniques. We ... read Cubic Digital Marketing reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Welcome to Dossis Digital, where we design captivating websites that drive real results for your business. From custom websites to e-commerce solutions, we specialise in responsive, user-friendly websites. Contact us now and let's bring your online presence to life.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Cloudwise Labs offers expert SEO, web development, e-commerce, social media marketing, cloud solutions, and cybersecurity — empowering your business to grow online with speed, security, and visibility.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Using AI Tools

    • ClaudeClaude

    SyntoTech is a Melbourne-based digital agency building digital infrastructure for businesses serious about what comes next. Most small businesses are sold websites when what they actually need is infrastructure — we close that gap. What we deliver: high-performance Next.js websites that convert, technical SEO that compounds organic growth from day one, social media management that ... read SyntoTech reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    2 - 9
    2025
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why SyntoTech?

    • Founder-led, hands-on execution
    • Enterprise security on every project
    • AI automation built into every workflow
  • Using AI Tools

    • ClaudeClaude

    Digital OORT builds integrated growth systems for Australian businesses — connecting SEO, Google Ads, website conversion, and lead management into one revenue engine. Specialists in law firm, real estate, trades, and healthcare marketing.

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2021
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why DigitalOORT?

    • Data-Driven SEO & Digital Marketing
    • Transparent Reporting & Communication
    • Focus on ROI and Business Growth
  • Nuwizo Au is the leading digital marketing agency in Melbourne, offering a wide range of services including search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, social media marketing, content creation, email marketing, and conversion rate optimization (CRO). Our expert team also specializes in web development, branding, and online reputation management, ensuring that your business stands out ... read Nuwizo Au reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2022
    Melbourne, Australia
  • About Young Web Solutions Young Web Solutions (YWS) is a digital services agency focused on website development, marketing solutions, and workflow automation. The company works with clients across more than 10 countries and has delivered over 200 projects. YWS is a certified Wix Partner Agency and is listed as a top-rated agency on Upwork. The ... read Young Web Solutions (YWS) reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2024
    Melbourne, Australia
  • RH Designs is a Melbourne-based web design and digital marketing studio specialising in high-converting websites for service-based businesses across Australia. We work with trades, health professionals, consultants, gyms, beauty clinics, and other local service providers who want more enquiries, better branding, and stronger online visibility. Our focus is simple: build websites that generate leads. Every ... read RH Designs reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2024
    Melbourne, Australia
  • JIADESIGN is Melbourne's award-winning custom web design agency, established in 2018. We specialise in high-performance website design, local SEO, Google Maps ranking, and AI-powered web solutions. Trusted by 1,000+ businesses across Melbourne and Australia, our team delivers tailored digital experiences that drive real results. Call us today for a free consultation.

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    2018
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why JIADESIGN?

    • Custom Websites Built for Real Business Growth
    • Melbourne-Based Team, Local Market Expertise
    • SEO & AI Solutions That Drive Real Results
  • Using AI Tools

    • ChatGPTChatGPT
    • ClaudeClaude

    More Than an Agency, We're Your Growth PartnerCreed Digital isn’t about big agency hype. We’re a boutique team of seasoned marketers, data strategists, and creatives who value impact over buzzwords. With 50+ years of combined experience, we’ve helped brands across industries transform their digital presence into revenue-generating machines.Trusted by startups, scale-ups, and global brandsSpecialists in ... read Creed Digital reviews & insights

    $200 - $300/hr
    2 - 9
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why Creed Digital?

    • Real Sales Results
    • Over 50 Years Of Combined Experience
    • Boutique Family Owned Agency
  • Logicsofts, one of the top website design agency in Melbourne which provides all kind of web solutions to its customers from website designing to online marketing. It is a name which can easily be trusted by the clients and guarantees you to provide best web solutions.

    NA
    Freelancer
    2009
    Melbourne, Australia
  • We build strong brands to bring prosperity to the world where we live and work. Founded in 1991, The Brand Agency is a full service, integrated communications company with offices in Perth, Melbourne and Auckland. While we’ve always been about creating strong brands, cultural shifts and market changes demand that we now do it in ... read The Brand Agency reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    50 - 249
    1991
    Melbourne, Australia
  • B2B Marketing That drives better leads: The Lead Agency makes your B2B marketing work. The Lead Agency is a dedicated B2B Marketing Agency. Our clients choose us because we solve their complex B2B marketing problems. We focus on the B2B buying journey by addressing digital, data, content, communications, technology, lead generation/nurturing to create more leads ... read The Lead Agency reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2013
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Medical website development and online marketing solutions for medical practices in Australia in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Darwin and Canberra for: General practitioners, Dentists, Physiotherapists, Psychiatrists, Podiatrists, Dermatologists, Orthopaedic surgeons, Chiropractors, Plastic surgeons, Ophthalmologists, Cardiologists, Psychologists, Massage therapists, Sports medicine, Fertility specialists, Haematologists

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Welcome to Webco! We are an innovative and modern digital marketing and website development agency located in Kew, Australia. We provide a wide range of services to help our clients get ahead of the competition and reach their goals. At webco, we are passionate about creating stunning websites and web apps that give our clients ... read Webco reviews & insights

    $150 - $199/hr
    10 - 49
    2008
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Welcome to Sash! We are a Digital & Creative Agency dedicated to providing exceptional marketing solutions. With a comprehensive and integrated approach, we excel in SEO, Paid Ads, Social Media Marketing, Branding, and Website Services. Our team comprises highly skilled specialists who are driven by passion and expertise. Together, we strive to revolutionise the digital ... read Sash Digital Agency reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • WELCOME TO THE IDEAS FACTORY We target your audience right where they are - in their social metaverse. We create bespoke content campaigns for Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter (and whatever else is coming around the corner). We’ve got years of experience, but like that hit of sweet homemade lemonade, we’re fresh enough to be ... read Enamoured Iris reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2014
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Aston Digital is a specialist digital marketing agency founded in Melbourne, Australia in 2012. We’re the digital marketing agency that specialises in Blue Brands, the brands other agencies forget. Less shiny but no less important, we have the special touch that Blue Brands require to properly communicate their message. Aston Digital helps large, small, private, ... read Aston Digital reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Yusatech is a dynamic technology company providing comprehensive solutions in web and app development, IT support, and digital marketing. We specialize in delivering tailored services that help businesses streamline their operations and reach their goals through innovative technology. With a strong focus on customer satisfaction, we offer reliable IT consulting and support services to ensure ... read Yusatech reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia
  • WJ Digital Solutions is a Melbourne-based digital marketing and AI-driven solutions agency helping businesses grow through smart, data-backed strategies. We specialise in SEO, Google Ads, social media marketing, website design, branding, and automation. What sets us apart is our use of artificial intelligence and automation tools to deliver faster insights, better targeting, and measurable results. ... read WJ Digital Solutions reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2025
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Established in 2014, nimbl is a Melbourne based digital agency grounded in a client first approach. We integrate closely with your team, taking the time to understand your commercial environment, competitive pressures and long term growth ambitions. Our purpose is clear: deliver connected digital strategies that drive measurable business outcomes, not surface level metrics. We ... read nimbl reviews & insights

    $150 - $199/hr
    2 - 9
    2014
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why nimbl?

    • Client-centric philosophy
    • Boutique service
    • There are no juniors in our team
  • Optweb Digital is a Melbourne-based digital marketing and web design agency helping Australian businesses turn online visibility into real growth. With 15+ years of hands-on experience, we deliver tailored strategies focused on measurable ROI—so you’re not just getting clicks and impressions, you’re getting enquiries, sales, and long-term momentum. We offer end-to-end digital solutions including AI ... read Optweb Digital reviews & insights

    $100 - $149/hr
    10 - 49
    2020
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why Optweb Digital?

    • Performance marketing focused on ROI
    • Transparent reporting & clear KPIs
    • Fast support & proactive communication
  • Lexia Marketing, based in Melbourne, is your trusted partner for comprehensive website and marketing solutions designed to boost profitability for Australian businesses. Our foundation is built upon innovation, knowledge, and open communication, all directed towards achieving your business goals. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities of the Australian market, and we leverage our expertise ... read Lexia Marketing reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    Melbourne, Australia
  • We are your full-service digital agency. Our expertise in the fields of design, marketing, business and development allows us to take a multidisciplinary approach to every project, large or small. We utilise perspectives from various disciplines to deliver the most effective campaigns possible.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2015
    Melbourne, Australia
  • VedaLogic offers a comprehensive suite of services including IT consulting, Cloud Solutions, and specialized CRM solutions to drive your business forward. Our expertise spans across various sectors such as Fintech, Banking Ecommerce, and Mobile App development, helping clients achieve seamless digital transformation. Additionally, we provide Digital Marketing strategies tailored to meet your unique business needs, ... read VedaLogic Cosulting reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2025
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Using AI Tools

    • ChatGPTChatGPT
    • ClaudeClaude
    • PerplexityPerplexity

    Australia's Integrated Digital Marketing Agency 🚀Loud Days is a full-service digital marketing agency in Melbourne for brands that want sharper strategy, cleaner execution and growth they can actually measure.Since 2012, we’ve helped ambitious businesses scale through SEO, AI SEO, google ads, social media advertising, creative, content, data and digital strategy. Powered by smart people, advanced ... read Loud Days reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    10 - 49
    2012
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why Loud Days?

    • Experienced team, client-focused approach
    • Trusted experts with proven results
    • Innovative solutions for better outcomes
  • Using AI Tools

    • ChatGPTChatGPT

    SEO Bees is a results-driven digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses grow online with smart and practical marketing strategies. We help brands improve their online visibility, reach the right audience, and turn attention into real leads and business growth. Our services include SEO, social media marketing, paid ads, branding, content creation, website design and ... read SEO Bees reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    2 - 9
    2025
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why SEO Bees?

    • Proven track record of results
    • Strategies customized for you
    • Transparent and dedicated support
  • Established with a core focus on being a growth-centric digital marketing agency, Clickmatix believes to be in sync with all the latest online marketing strategies. Housing both international and local clients, our team of diligent, expert marketers curate your digital campaigns that are exclusive to the niche of your business. Own a well-established business or ... read Clickmatix reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2014
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Newpath web is an Australian owned, full service digital agency with its headquarters in Melbourne, Australia, with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, and the UK. With a team of nearly 200 developers, designers and online marketers we deliver all your digital needs including websites, mobile apps, custom software and online marketing. We pride ourselves on customer ... read Newpath Web reviews & insights

    NA
    50 - 249
    2006
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Building or refreshing your brand is one of the biggest challenges your business will face. Brand development and management is an intricate process, vital to a successful marketing strategy & company, & it’s our passion. Liquid Creativity’s highly experienced team will blend our 25 years of strategic & creative thinking with your team’s knowledge to ... read Liquid Creativity Brand Agency reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    2 - 9
    1991
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Mustard is a Melbourne based creative agency dedicated to Branding, Digital, Social Media Marketing, Photography and Commercial Design in all its forms. Our expertise is in optimising customer engagement with your brand at every touch point. Our passionate, multi-skilled, experienced creative teams are motivated by our client's successes. And, as a consortium of creative strategists, ... read MUSTARD reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2002
    Melbourne, Australia
  • SMART is an award-winning full-service creative advertising agency offering brand strategy, creative development, digital, social media, SEM, marketing and design across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. A local Australian agency where global brands feel right at home, SMART is a specialist, independently managed advertising agency within McCann Worldgroup, a recognised world leader in ... read SMART Advertising Agency reviews & insights

    $50 - $99/hr
    10 - 49
    2000
    Melbourne, Australia
  • We are a full service Digital Agency based in Melbourne, Australia and established in 2003. Web design & development, online marketing, branding & creative design. Put simply, we love what we do. It's our team of passionate, talented people with proven skills and creative flair that define the Click Creative experience. As the online landscape ... read Click Creative reviews & insights

    $25 - $49/hr
    10 - 49
    2003
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Temerity Digital is one of the leading digital marketing agencies in Melbourne. We offer web design, seo, ppc and email marketing services to grow businesses. We design websites and increase their presence in the search engine to generate organic traffic.

    NA
    2 - 9
    2003
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Nadax Media is a new age full service digital agency, that provides web and mobile app development, digital marketing services, CRM & ERP solutions. We help clients establish a clear, actionable, and quantified perspective on which capabilities they should prioritize to enhance customer intimacy, build innovative products and services, and digitize their processes for greater ... read Nadax Media reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Brandviser is Australia’s leading company who is working with website development, Instagram management, business photography, and SEO. We cater to the needs of large to small businesses in Melbourne. Our team comprises of skilled people from Melbourne who know the customer base of Melbourne as we are native to Melbourne. Looking for a new website ... read Brandviser Australia reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2016
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Shout is a Perth based Digital Marketing firm founded and managed by people highly experienced in information technology. With our European team of designers and developers our main goal is to help businesses, small or large to market their services and products in a more effective way by leveraging all the relevant digital and print ... read Shout Digital reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2017
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Whether you are an SME or a large business, once you have made to an 8 figure turn over, you are at a VERY HIGH RISK OF EXTINCTION if you don’t have a strategy for constant growth.With all the noise and competition in the industry, it’s challenging to sustain a profitable business let alone growing ... read Ethical Prospecting reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Stop+Care is a digital agency based in Melbourne dedicated to delivering exceptional brand and web experiences to our clients. With over a decade of experience in the digital domain, we have established ourselves as a reliable partner for leading e-commerce brands across various industries. Our talented team comprises of strategists, developers, designers, and creatives who ... read Stop+Care reviews & insights

    $150 - $199/hr
    2 - 9
    2020
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Orderart is an online ordering platform that offers restaurants marketing tools, business analytics, online food ordering, table reservations, and website designs. Restaurants can use the software's expertly created websites to implement loyalty programs, online ordering, promotions, and personalized branding. Orderart's integrated point-of-sale, delivery, and marketing services are designed to assist restaurant operators boost online sales ... read Orderart reviews & insights

    NA
    2 - 9
    2005
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Flexi Digital Marketing is a subsidiary of Flexisource IT, an Australian-owned IT service provider with resources from the Philippines. Like its mother company, Flexi Digital Marketing provides cost-efficient digital marketing services to businesses of all sizes in Australia and New Zealand. Our mission is to be the number one, most reliable, and committed digital marketing ... read Flexi Digital Marketing reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Understanding and absorbing your business objectives and requirements is our first priority. With a collaborative approach, experience, and extensive research, we interview your team to understand how the cloud can help your organization meet its goals.We transform our clients’ businesses by utilising powerful technologies and improving their processes. By doing so, we give our clients ... read Innovate Digital reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    Melbourne, Australia
  • AppWeb is a leading Australian web design and development agency with a passion for helping businesses succeed online. Established in 2020, our family-owned company has delivered diverse projects across industries, earning international experience and a reputation for excellence. We specialize in building responsive, user-friendly websites, feature-rich e-commerce platforms, and SEO-optimized solutions that help businesses grow ... read AppWeb reviews & insights

    NA
    10 - 49
    2020
    Melbourne, Australia
  • Using AI Tools

    • ChatGPTChatGPT
    • Google Analytics AIGoogle Analytics AI

    DigiZipe is a digital marketing agency offering SEO, PPC, web design, and social media marketing services to help businesses grow online. DigiZipe is a full-service digital marketing agency providing SEO, website development, PPC advertising, and social media marketing services. The company helps businesses improve online visibility, generate leads, and increase revenue using data-driven marketing strategies. ... read Digizipe reviews & insights

    < $25/hr
    2 - 9
    2023
    Melbourne, Australia

    Why Digizipe?

    • Results driven SEO and marketing strategies
    • Custom website and lead generation solutionsTransp
    • Transparent reporting and expert support

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Ranked by a composite blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and average hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this surfaces genuinely affordable destinations - not just the biggest markets.

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AUMelbourne221$73/hr576View firms
AUMelbourne
221 firms$73/hr5
Value Score76 / 100

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Cost matters - but so does being able to actually talk to your developer during your workday. Here are the best destinations for each major hub.

If you're in US (PT/ET)Recommended

Look for nearshore LATAM partners - same-day collaboration, similar time zones, and 50-60% cost savings vs domestic.

MXMexico~7h overlap
ARArgentina~6h overlap
BRBrazil~5h overlap
CACanada~8h overlap
If you're in Europe (CET/GMT)Recommended

Eastern Europe is your sweet spot - 1-2h time zone shift, EU GDPR alignment, and 40-50% lower rates than Western Europe.

PLPoland~8h overlap
UAUkraine~7h overlap
RORomania~7h overlap
ZASouth Africa~8h overlap

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X-axis (Core Competencies): Service Focus Ratio + Portfolio Depth + Quality + Experience
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Y-axis (360-Performance): Client Reviews + Market Presence + Goodfirms Score
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Missing signals are excluded from a firm's score, not substituted with defaults - weights redistribute across remaining inputs
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Recency decay over the last 18 months keeps stale reviews from dominating
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Eligibility floor: ≥ 1 published review in this category scope

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Cities with the best Value Score for social media marketing hiring.

Ranked by a composite score blending firm count (supply), average rating (quality), and median hourly rate (cost). Affordability is weighted highest (50%), so this list surfaces actually affordable destinations rather than just-big markets.

Budget leader
Melbourne · $0-24/hr

38 firms in this tier - more than any other city, averaging 4.9 ★. Top picks: Probey Services, Vserve Ebusiness Solutions, SEOTonic Web Solutions PVT. LTD..

Mid-tier leader
Melbourne · $50-99/hr

23 firms in this tier - more than any other city, averaging 5.0 ★. Top picks: Hitori, Actuate Media, Wobitech.

Top tier leader
Melbourne · $150+/hr

17 firms in this tier - more than any other city, averaging 5.0 ★. Top picks: Digital Nomads HQ, Emote Digital, Impressive Digital.

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Every cell in the grid above is the count of firms in (place × hourly-rate tier). Firms are placed by their published hourly rate; those without a disclosed rate are not plotted.

Top company names per cell are surfaced by Value Score - a weighted blend of affordability (50%) + rating (35%) + review volume (15%).

The "Best" ribbon marks the cell in each row where firm density, ratings, and affordability line up best - the densest, highest-quality combination.

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Value Score · per firm
ValueScore = 0.50 × Affordability
+ 0.35 × Rating
+ 0.15 × Review Volume
// All sub-scores normalized 0-100
// Affordability = (1 - rate/$200) × 100
// Rating = (rating - 3) / 2 × 100
// Volume = log10(reviews+1)/log10(200) × 100

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