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Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salary in Virginia

How much does a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I make in Virginia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I in Virginia is $81,018 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $103,283
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,047 to $92,672
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,700
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Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $92,672 $7,723 $1,782 $45
Average $81,018 $6,752 $1,558 $39
25th Percentile $74,047 $6,171 $1,424 $36
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Key Factors That Influence Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salaries

A Search Engine Optimization Specialist I's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Search Engine Optimization Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Search Engine Optimization Specialist I (2-4 years): $81,018
  • Search Engine Optimization Specialist II (4-7 years): $97,940
  • Search Engine Optimization Specialist III (7+ years): $128,106
  • Search Engine Optimization Manager (7+ years): $120,210
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Search Engine Optimization Specialist I2-4 years$81,018
Search Engine Optimization Specialist II4-7 years$97,940
Search Engine Optimization Specialist III7+ years$128,106
Search Engine Optimization Manager7+ years$120,210
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Top Paying Cities for Search Engine Optimization Specialist Is

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Ivanhoe: $74,509
  • Lambsburg: $74,668
  • Laurel Fork: $74,752

Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Search Engine Optimization Specialist I salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $90,618. While startup companies pay approximate $76,636.

Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$76,636
Growth Stage51~500$81,054
Established501~5000$87,509
Enterprise5000+$90,618

Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Search Engine Optimization Specialist I roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Search Engine Optimization Specialist positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Search Engine Optimization Specialist I as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$97,222$47.020%
Pharmaceuticals$95,601$46.018%
Software & Networking$90,740$44.012%
Biotechnology$89,120$43.010%
Energy & Utilities$89,120$43.010%

Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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75th Percentile $92,672 $7,723 $1,782 $45
Average $81,018 $6,752 $1,558 $39
25th Percentile $74,047 $6,171 $1,424 $36

Search Engine Optimization Specialist I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Search Engine Optimization Specialist II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $97,940 - a projected growth of 21% over your current level.

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