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

A Search Engine Optimization's salary grows with experience: a Search Engine Optimization (2-4 years)earns $83,586, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist II (4-7 years)earns $101,061, a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III (7+ years)earns $132,181, a Search Engine Optimization Manager (7+ years)earns $124,034,

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

Search Engine Optimization salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Search Engine Optimization roles are District of Columbia $86,839, California $86,509, Massachusetts $85,356. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Search Engine Optimization level roles vary by specialization: Search Engine Optimization Product Manager: $132,795; Search Engine Optimization Specialist III: $127,203; Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director: $124,888; Search Engine Optimization Marketing Manager: $123,584; Search Engine Optimization Expert - Team Lead: $121,531.

Search Engine Optimization Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Search Engine Optimization make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Search Engine Optimization in Hawaii is $81,976 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $101,843
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,247 to $92,375
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $67,211

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Search Engine Optimization Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,375	$7,698	$1,776	$44
Average	$81,976	$6,831	$1,576	$39
25th Percentile	$74,247	$6,187	$1,428	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Search Engine Optimization Salaries

A Search Engine Optimization'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 Do Search Engine Optimization 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 Optimizations. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $86,839.
California: $86,509.
Massachusetts: $85,356.

District of Columbia $86,839 California $86,509 Massachusetts $85,356 Washington $85,043 New Jersey $85,011 Alaska $84,902 Connecticut $83,819 New York $83,380

Hawaii $81,976 Rhode Island $81,317 Maryland $80,870 Minnesota $80,258 Colorado $80,023 Illinois $79,945 Oregon $79,647 Delaware $79,427

New Hampshire $79,289 Virginia $78,980 Pennsylvania $78,078 Nevada $77,623 North Dakota $77,474 Michigan $77,239 Wisconsin $77,153 Vermont $76,980

Texas $76,502 Maine $76,470 Arizona $76,423 Ohio $76,368 Georgia $75,647 Indiana $75,286 Wyoming $75,215 Utah $75,106

Iowa $75,058 Kansas $74,682 Louisiana $74,572 North Carolina $74,533 Missouri $74,517 Florida $74,211 Montana $74,047 Nebraska $73,890

Kentucky $73,804 South Carolina $73,490 Tennessee $73,294 Idaho $73,215 New Mexico $72,643 Oklahoma $72,517 Alabama $72,055 South Dakota $71,278

Arkansas $70,855 West Virginia $70,627 Mississippi $69,945

Top Paying Cities for Search Engine Optimizations

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: $81,560
Anahola: $81,011
Captain Cook: $81,011

Aiea, HI $81,560 Anahola, HI $81,011 Captain Cook, HI $81,011 Eleele, HI $81,011 Ewa Beach, HI $81,560 Kapolei, HI $81,380 Haiku, HI $81,011 Hakalau, HI $81,011

Haleiwa, HI $81,011 Hana, HI $81,011 Hanalei, HI $81,011 Hanamaulu, HI $81,011 Hanapepe, HI $81,011 Hauula, HI $81,192 Hawaii National Park, HI $81,011 Hawi, HI $81,011

Hilo, HI $81,011 Princeville, HI $81,011 Holualoa, HI $81,011 Honaunau, HI $81,011 Honokaa, HI $81,011 Honomu, HI $81,011 Hoolehua, HI $81,011 Kaaawa, HI $81,341

Kahuku, HI $81,011 Kahului, HI $81,011 Kailua, HI $81,560 Ocean View, HI $81,011 Waikoloa, HI $81,011 Keauhou, HI $81,011 Kailua Kona, HI $81,011 Kalaheo, HI $81,011

Kalaupapa, HI $81,011 Kamuela, HI $81,011 Kaneohe, HI $81,560 Kapaa, HI $81,011 Kaumakani, HI $81,011 Kaunakakai, HI $81,011 Keaau, HI $81,011 Kealakekua, HI $81,011

Kealia, HI $81,011 Kekaha, HI $81,011 Kihei, HI $81,011 Kilauea, HI $81,011 Kapaau, HI $81,011 Koloa, HI $81,011 Kualapuu, HI $81,011 Kunia, HI $81,302

Kurtistown, HI $81,011 Lahaina, HI $81,011 Laie, HI $81,082 Lanai City, HI $81,011 Laupahoehoe, HI $81,011 Lawai, HI $81,011 Lihue, HI $81,011 Makawao, HI $81,011

Makaweli, HI $81,011 Maunaloa, HI $81,011 Mountain View, HI $81,011 Naalehu, HI $81,011 Ninole, HI $81,011 Ookala, HI $81,011 Paauilo, HI $81,011 Pahala, HI $81,011

Pahoa, HI $81,011 Paia, HI $81,011 Papaaloa, HI $81,011 Papaikou, HI $81,011 Pearl City, HI $81,560 Pepeekeo, HI $81,011 Puunene, HI $81,011 Volcano, HI $81,011

Wahiawa, HI $81,302 Pukalani, HI $81,011 Mililani, HI $81,411 Kula, HI $81,011 Waialua, HI $81,011 Waianae, HI $81,082 Wailuku, HI $81,011 Waimanalo, HI $81,560

Waimea, HI $81,011 Waipahu, HI $81,521 Honolulu, HI $81,560 J B P H H, HI $81,560 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $81,341 Schofield Barracks, HI $81,270 Fort Shafter, HI $81,560 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $81,560

Camp H M Smith, HI $81,560 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $81,521 Wake Island, HI $81,560

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

Understanding how a Search Engine Optimization'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$74,247

Average $81,976/year

$92,375

$6,187

Average $6,831/month

$7,698

$1,428

Average $1,576/week

$1,776

$36

Average $39/hour

$44

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$92,375	$7,698	$1,776	$44
Average	$81,976	$6,831	$1,576	$39
25th Percentile	$74,247	$6,187	$1,428	$36

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