Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary in the United States

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary

How much does a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director in the United States is $105,183. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $95,268 to $115,027, with most professionals earning between $86,241 and $123,989.

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Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $86,241 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $95,268 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $105,183 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $115,027 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $123,989 US April 01, 2025
25% $95,268 10% $86,241 90% $123,989 75% $115,027 $105,183 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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