How Much Does SEO for Tech Companies Cost?

Obviously, this is the first question we get from tech companies, be it startups or established SaaS providers.

The truth is, the cost of SEO varies quite a bit, depending on the project size, the level of competition in a niche, and the level of support a project actually needs. Based on our experience with tech-related clients, we typically see SEO budgets break down as follows:

Small Companies

For small tech companies that just start with SEO, the budgets usually range between $500 and $3,000 per month. In most of these cases, we focus on:

• Comprehensive keyword research
• Basic on-page optimization
• Fixing technical errors
• Monthly reporting to track progress

At this stage, it's about building a strong base without stretching a lean marketing budget.

Medium-Sized Tech Companies

For mid-sized businesses-especially those with multiple product offerings or regional campaigns-SEO spend tends to fall between $3,000 and $10,000 per month.

In these cases, we help clients go deeper with:

• Targeted keyword clusters
• Ongoing content optimization
• Link-building strategies
• Technical improvements for crawlability and performance

This is also where we start aligning SEO efforts with broader marketing goals like demand generation or sales promotion.

SEO Budgets at the Enterprise Level

Larger enterprises we've worked with often allocate $10,000 to $50,000 per month or more for SEO, depending on how many markets, languages, or platforms are involved.

At this level, SEO includes:

• Advanced keyword mapping across large site structures
• Content strategy and production
• Complex technical audits
• Ongoing server performance checks
• Custom dashboards and KPI reporting

It's a highly tailored, strategic process-especially for companies managing multiple domains or product lines.

A Few More Things to Consider

• Pricing always depends on scope: I've seen companies with smaller sites need advanced help, and large companies with basic needs. It's never one-size-fits-all.
• Location and provider matter: Rates vary significantly depending on where your agency is based and what's included in their service model.
• SEO is never "set it and forget it." Regardless of your budget, SEO is an ongoing investment. If you pause efforts, you risk losing rankings and visibility.

Want a Clearer Picture?

These price ranges reflect what we've seen across dozens of tech companies-but every website is unique.

Some of the biggest technical issues (and ranking blocks) we uncover in audits have nothing to do with budget-they just weren't spotted early enough.

If you want a real sense of what SEO should cost for your business, let's start with a technical audit.

Contact us today and let's figure out what your site really needs:

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Amanda Stall is a freelance copywriter who specializes in home décor and digital marketing, crafting engaging, SEO-friendly content that helps brands connect with their audience and grow their online presence.