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

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

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 $81,460, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II (4-7 years)earns $98,490, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III (7+ years)earns $128,818, a Search Engine Optimization Manager (7+ years)earns $120,878,

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

Search Engine Optimization Specialist III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Search Engine Optimization Specialist III roles are District of Columbia $140,839, California $140,305, Massachusetts $138,435. 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 (SEO) Director: $124,888; Search Engine Optimization Manager: $119,362; Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager: $114,745; Search Engine Optimization Senior Specialist: $100,142; Search Engine Optimization Specialist II: $97,255.

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Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III in Delaware is $128,818 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $148,491
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,146 to $139,116
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,519

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Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,116	$11,593	$2,675	$67
Average	$128,818	$10,735	$2,477	$62
25th Percentile	$117,146	$9,762	$2,253	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salaries

A Search Engine Optimization Specialist III'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 III'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): $81,460
Search Engine Optimization Specialist II (4-7 years): $98,490
Search Engine Optimization Specialist III (7+ years): $128,818
Search Engine Optimization Manager (7+ years): $120,878

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Search Engine Optimization Specialist I	2-4 years	$81,460
Search Engine Optimization Specialist II	4-7 years	$98,490
Search Engine Optimization Specialist III	7+ years	$128,818
Search Engine Optimization Manager	7+ years	$120,878

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How Do Search Engine Optimization Specialist III 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 IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $140,839.
California: $140,305.
Massachusetts: $138,435.

District of Columbia $140,839 California $140,305 Massachusetts $138,435 Washington $137,926 New Jersey $137,875 Alaska $137,697 Connecticut $135,942 New York $135,230

Hawaii $132,953 Rhode Island $131,884 Maryland $131,159 Minnesota $130,167 Colorado $129,785 Illinois $129,658 Oregon $129,175 Delaware $128,818

New Hampshire $128,595 Virginia $128,093 Pennsylvania $126,631 Nevada $125,893 North Dakota $125,651 Michigan $125,270 Wisconsin $125,130 Vermont $124,850

Texas $124,074 Maine $124,023 Arizona $123,947 Ohio $123,858 Georgia $122,687 Indiana $122,102 Wyoming $121,988 Utah $121,810

Iowa $121,733 Kansas $121,123 Louisiana $120,945 North Carolina $120,881 Missouri $120,856 Florida $120,359 Montana $120,092 Nebraska $119,838

Kentucky $119,698 South Carolina $119,189 Tennessee $118,871 Idaho $118,744 New Mexico $117,815 Oklahoma $117,612 Alabama $116,861 South Dakota $115,602

Arkansas $114,915 West Virginia $114,546 Mississippi $113,440

Top Paying Cities for Search Engine Optimization Specialist IIIs

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:

Lincoln: $133,321
Little Creek: $132,088
Magnolia: $132,635

Lincoln, DE $133,321 Little Creek, DE $132,088 Magnolia, DE $132,635 Milford, DE $133,321 Marydel, DE $131,592 Millsboro, DE $133,321 Millville, DE $134,212 Milton, DE $133,321

Nassau, DE $133,321 Ocean View, DE $134,212 Rehoboth Beach, DE $134,212 Seaford, DE $131,922 Selbyville, DE $134,212 Smyrna, DE $131,439 Viola, DE $132,635 Woodside, DE $132,253

Bear, DE $130,472 Newark, DE $130,523 Claymont, DE $130,625 Delaware City, DE $130,523 Hockessin, DE $130,625 Kirkwood, DE $130,523 Middletown, DE $131,172 Montchanin, DE $130,625

New Castle, DE $130,625 Odessa, DE $131,350 Port Penn, DE $130,167 Rockland, DE $130,625 Saint Georges, DE $130,523 Townsend, DE $131,159 Winterthur, DE $130,625 Lewes, DE $133,321

Wilmington, DE $130,625 Dover, DE $132,024 Dover Afb, DE $132,329 Bethany Beach, DE $134,212 Bethel, DE $131,922 Bridgeville, DE $133,321 Camden Wyoming, DE $132,164 Cheswold, DE $131,719

Clayton, DE $131,388 Dagsboro, DE $134,212 Delmar, DE $131,922 Ellendale, DE $133,321 Felton, DE $133,321 Fenwick Island, DE $134,212 Frankford, DE $134,212 Frederica, DE $133,321

Georgetown, DE $133,321 Greenwood, DE $133,321 Harbeson, DE $133,321 Harrington, DE $133,321 Hartly, DE $131,324 Houston, DE $133,321 Kenton, DE $131,388 Laurel, DE $131,922

Yorklyn, DE $130,625

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

Understanding how a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III'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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$117,146

Average $128,818/year

$139,116

$9,762

Average $10,735/month

$11,593

$2,253

Average $2,477/week

$2,675

$56

Average $62/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,116	$11,593	$2,675	$67
Average	$128,818	$10,735	$2,477	$62
25th Percentile	$117,146	$9,762	$2,253	$56

Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Search Engine Optimization Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $120,878 - a projected growth of -6% over your current level.

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