As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager in Raleigh, NC is $112,558, equivalent to $54 per hour, $2,165 weekly, or $9,380 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 Raleigh, NC vary widely, spanning from $98,569 to $138,571. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($105,235) and 75th percentile ($126,174), while top earners (90th percentile) make $138,571 per year. This $20,939 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, Raleigh Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager often earn 3.2% lower than national averages. However, Raleigh currently ranks 417 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 $98,569 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $105,235 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $112,558 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $126,174 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Manager Salary $138,571 Raleigh, NC November 01, 2026
25% $105,235 10% $98,569 90% $138,571 75% $126,174 $112,558 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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