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How much does SEM/SEO specialist get at an agency on average?

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Old April 4th, 2008, 03:20 PM
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How much does SEM/SEO specialist get at an agency on average?
I know this varies, but for someone who works for a typical SEO agency full time (not management) - managing PPC campaigns and running link building campaigns, social media etc - what is a typical salary?
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Entry level - $30k - $35k
1 year exp - $40 - $50k
2-3 year exp - $65-70k

There are lots of openings right now. Go check out on dice.com and oaseo.com

I applied yesterday for few openings in NJ, pay rate is $43k a year.

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Entry level - $30k - $35k
1 year exp - $40 - $50k
2-3 year exp - $65-70k

There are lots of openings right now. Go check out on dice.com and oaseo.com

I applied yesterday for few openings in NJ, pay rate is $43k a year.

Good luck.


Thanks! This was exactly what I was looking for...have started sending out my resume, but wanted to know what I should be asking for (I'm based in LA).
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I know this varies, but for someone who works for a typical SEO agency full time (not management) - managing PPC campaigns and running link building campaigns, social media etc - what is a typical salary?
You might like the results of this industry survey conducted recently by the folks at SEOMoz.

http://www.seomoz.org/dp/seo-industry-survey-results
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How much should i pay to a freelancer for SEO project
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i have a website for seo..and want to give it to freelancer...

What are the prices for the freelancers. Am in India
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I think that number is continuing to increase. You might find higher salary/better benefits as an in-house SEM at a non-agency, just depends on what you want to do. If you're looking to learn and gain experience, then the agency may be the way to go.
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In London, you could start under £20k, rising to £25-35k for SEOs with a couple of year's experience. You could earn £45k+ in a senior managerial position.
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