Free CalculatorIn-House SEO vs Agency
In-House SEO vs Agency
Cost Calculator
See the real total cost of building an in-house digital marketing team β then compare it to what an agency actually costs.
Step 1 β What do you need?
Select every marketing function you want covered.
Step 2 β Where are you hiring?
Salary varies significantly by city.
Your Cost Comparison
In-House Team (1 hire)
$183,160/yr
Salary + taxes + benefits + tools
vs
SEO Craze β Starter Plan
$18,000/yr
$1,500/mo Β· Full team included
You save $165,160/yr
That's 90% less than building in-house in San Francisco
What SEO Craze Includes
Everything your in-house team would do β managed for you.
Research Salaries by Role
SEO Specialist
$50,000β$68,000/yr
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SEO Manager
$74,000β$98,000/yr
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SEO Director
$100,000β$145,000/yr
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PPC Specialist
$52,000β$70,000/yr
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PPC Manager
$78,000β$105,000/yr
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Content Marketing Manager
$67,000β$92,000/yr
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