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Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist

Average Early-Career Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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$45,669
/ year

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10%
$37k
MEDIAN
$46k
90%
$70k

The average salary for a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist is $45,669 in 2025

Base Salary
$37k - $70k
Bonus
$497 - $8k
Total Pay
$35k - $66k
Based on 27 salary profiles (last updated Sep 06 2022)
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Common Health Benefits for a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist

Medical
83%
Dental
67%
Vision
50%
None
17%

Gender Breakdown for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists

Male
60.0%
Female
40.0%
This data is based on 15 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists

What is the highest pay for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists in Chicago?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist in Chicago is $70k / year

What is the lowest pay for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists in Chicago?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist in Chicago is $37k / year

How can Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialist that oversees more junior Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Specialists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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