What are the main factors that influence a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Search Engine Optimization Specialist II?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Search Engine Optimization Specialist II roles, with salaries approximately 18% above the market median.

How does experience change A Search Engine Optimization Specialist 's salary?

A Search Engine Optimization Specialist 's salary grows with experience: a Search Engine Optimization Specialist I (2-4 years)earns $84,092, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II (4-7 years)earns $101,655, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III (7+ years)earns $132,965, a Search Engine Optimization Manager (7+ years)earns $124,770,

What are the highest paying states for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II?

Search Engine Optimization Specialist II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Search Engine Optimization Specialist II roles are District of Columbia $107,685, California $107,277, Massachusetts $105,847. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Search Engine Optimization Specialist roles make?

Salaries for Search Engine Optimization Specialist level roles vary by specialization: Search Engine Optimization Specialist III: $127,215; Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director: $124,942; Search Engine Optimization Manager: $119,374; Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager: $114,757; Search Engine Optimization Senior Specialist: $100,152.

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Search Engine Optimization Specialist II Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II in Hawaii is $101,655 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $125,741
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $91,951 to $114,262
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $83,117

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Search Engine Optimization Specialist II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,262	$9,522	$2,197	$55
Average	$101,655	$8,471	$1,955	$49
25th Percentile	$91,951	$7,663	$1,768	$44

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Key Factors That Influence Search Engine Optimization Specialist II Salaries

A Search Engine Optimization Specialist II'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 II'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): $84,092
Search Engine Optimization Specialist II (4-7 years): $101,655
Search Engine Optimization Specialist III (7+ years): $132,965
Search Engine Optimization Manager (7+ years): $124,770

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Search Engine Optimization Specialist I	2-4 years	$84,092
Search Engine Optimization Specialist II	4-7 years	$101,655
Search Engine Optimization Specialist III	7+ years	$132,965
Search Engine Optimization Manager	7+ years	$124,770

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How Do Search Engine Optimization Specialist II Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Search Engine Optimization Specialist IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $107,685.
California: $107,277.
Massachusetts: $105,847.

District of Columbia $107,685 California $107,277 Massachusetts $105,847 Washington $105,458 New Jersey $105,419 Alaska $105,283 Connecticut $103,941 New York $103,396

Hawaii $101,655 Rhode Island $100,838 Maryland $100,284 Minnesota $99,525 Colorado $99,233 Illinois $99,136 Oregon $98,767 Delaware $98,494

New Hampshire $98,323 Virginia $97,940 Pennsylvania $96,821 Nevada $96,257 North Dakota $96,072 Michigan $95,781 Wisconsin $95,674 Vermont $95,460

Texas $94,866 Maine $94,828 Arizona $94,769 Ohio $94,701 Georgia $93,806 Indiana $93,359 Wyoming $93,271 Utah $93,135

Iowa $93,077 Kansas $92,610 Louisiana $92,474 North Carolina $92,425 Missouri $92,406 Florida $92,026 Montana $91,822 Nebraska $91,628

Kentucky $91,521 South Carolina $91,132 Tennessee $90,889 Idaho $90,791 New Mexico $90,081 Oklahoma $89,926 Alabama $89,352 South Dakota $88,389

Arkansas $87,864 West Virginia $87,582 Mississippi $86,736

Top Paying Cities for Search Engine Optimization Specialist IIs

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:

Aiea: $101,105
Anahola: $99,779
Captain Cook: $99,679

Aiea, HI $101,105 Anahola, HI $99,779 Captain Cook, HI $99,679 Eleele, HI $99,981 Ewa Beach, HI $101,015 Kapolei, HI $100,934 Haiku, HI $99,853 Hakalau, HI $99,629

Haleiwa, HI $100,740 Hana, HI $99,615 Hanalei, HI $99,649 Hanamaulu, HI $99,851 Hanapepe, HI $99,976 Hauula, HI $100,894 Hawaii National Park, HI $99,745 Hawi, HI $99,910

Hilo, HI $99,841 Princeville, HI $99,831 Holualoa, HI $99,719 Honaunau, HI $99,547 Honokaa, HI $99,675 Honomu, HI $99,832 Hoolehua, HI $99,547 Kaaawa, HI $100,927

Kahuku, HI $100,711 Kahului, HI $100,083 Kailua, HI $101,073 Ocean View, HI $99,801 Waikoloa, HI $99,792 Keauhou, HI $99,719 Kailua Kona, HI $99,839 Kalaheo, HI $99,862

Kalaupapa, HI $99,455 Kamuela, HI $99,725 Kaneohe, HI $101,051 Kapaa, HI $99,971 Kaumakani, HI $100,024 Kaunakakai, HI $99,665 Keaau, HI $99,909 Kealakekua, HI $99,857

Kealia, HI $99,891 Kekaha, HI $99,790 Kihei, HI $99,981 Kilauea, HI $99,832 Kapaau, HI $99,757 Koloa, HI $99,876 Kualapuu, HI $99,636 Kunia, HI $100,902

Kurtistown, HI $99,859 Lahaina, HI $99,878 Laie, HI $100,799 Lanai City, HI $99,636 Laupahoehoe, HI $99,887 Lawai, HI $100,024 Lihue, HI $99,851 Makawao, HI $99,930

Makaweli, HI $99,630 Maunaloa, HI $99,396 Mountain View, HI $99,806 Naalehu, HI $99,605 Ninole, HI $99,538 Ookala, HI $99,570 Paauilo, HI $99,691 Pahala, HI $99,632

Pahoa, HI $99,764 Paia, HI $99,883 Papaaloa, HI $99,901 Papaikou, HI $99,693 Pearl City, HI $101,032 Pepeekeo, HI $99,887 Puunene, HI $100,083 Volcano, HI $99,745

Wahiawa, HI $100,859 Pukalani, HI $99,930 Mililani, HI $100,980 Kula, HI $99,724 Waialua, HI $100,685 Waianae, HI $100,779 Wailuku, HI $99,928 Waimanalo, HI $101,053

Waimea, HI $100,015 Waipahu, HI $100,988 Honolulu, HI $101,140 J B P H H, HI $101,122 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $100,913 Schofield Barracks, HI $100,884 Fort Shafter, HI $101,140 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $101,140

Camp H M Smith, HI $101,117 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $101,019 Wake Island, HI $101,140

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

Search Engine Optimization Specialist II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $113,700. While startup companies pay approximate $96,157.

Search Engine Optimization Specialist II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$96,157
Growth Stage	51~500	$101,701
Established	501~5000	$109,799
Enterprise	5000+	$113,700

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

For Search Engine Optimization Specialist II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 38% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Search Engine Optimization Specialist positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Search Engine Optimization Specialist II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$119,953	$58.0	18%
Biotechnology	$118,936	$57.0	17%
Financial Services	$116,903	$56.0	15%
Internet	$113,854	$55.0	12%
Energy & Utilities	$111,821	$54.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II'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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$91,951

Average $101,655/year

$114,262

$7,663

Average $8,471/month

$9,522

$1,768

Average $1,955/week

$2,197

$44

Average $49/hour

$55

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$114,262	$9,522	$2,197	$55
Average	$101,655	$8,471	$1,955	$49
25th Percentile	$91,951	$7,663	$1,768	$44

Search Engine Optimization Specialist II Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Search Engine Optimization Specialist III role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $132,965 - a projected growth of 31% over your current level.

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