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

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager in the United States is $113,826. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $101,241 to $134,464, with most professionals earning between $89,784 and $153,253.

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Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $89,784 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $101,241 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $113,826 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $134,464 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $153,253 US April 01, 2025
25% $101,241 10% $89,784 90% $153,253 75% $134,464 $113,826 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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