As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager in Columbia, SC is $106,004, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,039 weekly, or $8,834 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager in Columbia, SC vary widely, spanning from $92,830 to $130,503. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,108) and 75th percentile ($118,828), while top earners (90th percentile) make $130,503 per year. This $19,720 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Columbia Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Columbia currently ranks 674 statewide for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $92,830 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $99,108 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $106,004 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $118,828 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $130,503 Columbia, SC November 01, 2026
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About Columbia, South Carolina    One of Columbia's more prominent geographical features is its fall line, the boundary between the upland Piedmont region and the Atlantic Coastal Plai....More

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