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

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

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

A Search Engine Optimization Consultant's salary grows with experience: starting around $89,336 for beginners, reaching about $90,725 at mid-level, and approach $96,821 for experts.

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

Search Engine Optimization Consultant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Search Engine Optimization Consultant roles are District of Columbia $99,382, California $99,005, Massachusetts $97,685. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Search Engine Optimization Consultant level roles vary by specialization: Search Engine Optimization Product Manager: $132,809; Search Engine Optimization Specialist III: $127,219; Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director: $124,960; Search Engine Optimization Marketing Manager: $123,583; Search Engine Optimization Expert - Team Lead: $121,606.

Search Engine Optimization Consultant Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Search Engine Optimization Consultant make in Rhode Island?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Search Engine Optimization Consultant in Rhode Island is $93,063 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $110,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $83,919 to $102,191
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,594

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Search Engine Optimization Consultant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,191	$8,516	$1,965	$49
Average	$93,063	$7,755	$1,790	$45
25th Percentile	$83,919	$6,993	$1,614	$40

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Key Factors That Influence Search Engine Optimization Consultant Salaries

A Search Engine Optimization Consultant'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 Consultant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Search Engine Optimization Consultant'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $89,336
Early Career (1-2 years): $89,614
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $90,725
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $94,002
Expert (over 8 years): $96,821

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Search Engine Optimization Consultant	$89,336
Intermediate Level Search Engine Optimization Consultant	$89,614
Senior Level Search Engine Optimization Consultant	$90,725
Specialist Level Search Engine Optimization Consultant	$94,002
Expert Level Search Engine Optimization Consultant	$96,821

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How Do Search Engine Optimization Consultant 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 Consultants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,382.
California: $99,005.
Massachusetts: $97,685.

District of Columbia $99,382 California $99,005 Massachusetts $97,685 Washington $97,326 New Jersey $97,290 Alaska $97,165 Connecticut $95,926 New York $95,423

Hawaii $93,817 Rhode Island $93,063 Maryland $92,551 Minnesota $91,851 Colorado $91,582 Illinois $91,492 Oregon $91,151 Delaware $90,900

New Hampshire $90,742 Virginia $90,388 Pennsylvania $89,356 Nevada $88,835 North Dakota $88,665 Michigan $88,395 Wisconsin $88,297 Vermont $88,099

Texas $87,552 Maine $87,516 Arizona $87,462 Ohio $87,399 Georgia $86,573 Indiana $86,160 Wyoming $86,079 Utah $85,954

Iowa $85,900 Kansas $85,469 Louisiana $85,343 North Carolina $85,299 Missouri $85,281 Florida $84,931 Montana $84,742 Nebraska $84,563

Kentucky $84,464 South Carolina $84,105 Tennessee $83,880 Idaho $83,791 New Mexico $83,135 Oklahoma $82,992 Alabama $82,462 South Dakota $81,574

Arkansas $81,089 West Virginia $80,829 Mississippi $80,048

Top Paying Cities for Search Engine Optimization Consultants

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:

Adamsville: $94,226
Albion: $93,430
Ashaway: $94,047

Adamsville, RI $94,226 Albion, RI $93,430 Ashaway, RI $94,047 Barrington, RI $93,184 Block Island, RI $93,703 Bradford, RI $93,991 Bristol, RI $93,543 Carolina, RI $93,836

Charlestown, RI $93,870 Chepachet, RI $93,683 Clayville, RI $93,422 Coventry, RI $93,426 West Greenwich, RI $93,684 East Greenwich, RI $93,363 Exeter, RI $93,658 Fiskeville, RI $93,182

Forestdale, RI $93,900 Foster, RI $93,634 Glendale, RI $93,907 Greene, RI $93,757 Greenville, RI $93,218 Harmony, RI $93,338 Harrisville, RI $93,867 Hope, RI $93,240

Hope Valley, RI $93,965 Hopkinton, RI $94,089 Jamestown, RI $93,775 Kenyon, RI $93,824 Little Compton, RI $94,212 Manville, RI $93,553 Mapleville, RI $93,701 Newport, RI $93,869

Middletown, RI $93,910 North Kingstown, RI $93,524 North Scituate, RI $93,339 Oakland, RI $93,802 Pascoag, RI $93,929 Pawtucket, RI $93,045 Central Falls, RI $93,086 Cumberland, RI $93,615

Lincoln, RI $93,179 Portsmouth, RI $93,859 Prudence Island, RI $93,666 Rockville, RI $94,074 Saunderstown, RI $93,718 Shannock, RI $93,829 Slatersville, RI $93,901 Slocum, RI $93,715

Tiverton, RI $94,144 Wakefield, RI $93,798 Kingston, RI $93,762 Narragansett, RI $93,824 Peace Dale, RI $93,786 Warren, RI $93,424 Warwick, RI $93,164 Westerly, RI $94,070

West Kingston, RI $93,792 West Warwick, RI $93,278 Wood River Junction, RI $93,925 Woonsocket, RI $93,906 North Smithfield, RI $93,692 Wyoming, RI $93,829 Providence, RI $93,018 Cranston, RI $93,030

North Providence, RI $93,041 East Providence, RI $93,024 Riverside, RI $93,054 Rumford, RI $93,040 Smithfield, RI $93,229 Johnston, RI $93,073

Search Engine Optimization Consultant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Search Engine Optimization Consultant 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 Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 18% above the average. In contrast, Search Engine Optimization Consultant positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Search Engine Optimization Consultant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Search Engine Optimization Consultant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Internet	$109,814	$53.0	18%
Software & Networking	$107,022	$51.0	15%
Pharmaceuticals	$106,092	$51.0	14%
Financial Services	$102,369	$49.0	10%
Aerospace & Defense	$100,508	$48.0	8%

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

Understanding how a Search Engine Optimization Consultant'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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$83,919

Average $93,063/year

$102,191

$6,993

Average $7,755/month

$8,516

$1,614

Average $1,790/week

$1,965

$40

Average $45/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,191	$8,516	$1,965	$49
Average	$93,063	$7,755	$1,790	$45
25th Percentile	$83,919	$6,993	$1,614	$40

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