Do I need to migrate my site or make major changes to use your services?

No. Our solutions work with your existing website structure without requiring migration or major overhauls. We implement optimizations directly within your current platform, making the process smooth and minimizing disruption to your business operations

How do you measure success and ROI from your services?

We track specific performance metrics tied directly to revenue, not just rankings or traffic. Our analytics integration monitors non-brand organic traffic growth, conversion rates, and actual revenue generated through our optimizations. For many clients, we operate on a performance-based pricing model, meaning we only succeed when your business grows

How does your AI technology improve my e-commerce SEO?

Our proprietary AI solutions analyze thousands of data points to identify optimization opportunities that human analysts might miss. We automatically build targeted long-tail keyword collections, optimize product descriptions, enhance meta tags in bulk, fix technical SEO issues, and create strategic internal linking structures—all designed to increase your organic traffic and revenue

Is Autommerce compatible with my e-commerce platform?

Yes, our AI-powered solutions integrate seamlessly with all major e-commerce platforms including WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop, BigCommerce, Salla, and ZID. Our technology works independently of your CMS structure, allowing us to deliver results regardless of your platform choice

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SEO Pricing: Industry Standards vs. Autommerce

In 2025, businesses are spending between $500-$7,500 per month on average for SEO services, with the majority (68%) falling within this range. When broken down by business size:

Micro-enterprises (1-10 employees): $501-$1,000/month
Small businesses (11-50 employees): $1,000-$2,500/month
Mid-sized businesses (51-250 employees): $2,500-$5,000/month
Large businesses (251+ employees): $2,500-$7,500/month

Most SEO providers use one of four standard pricing models:

Monthly retainer (36% of providers)
Project-based fees (28% of providers)
Hourly rates (20.8% of providers)
Performance-based fees (only 15.2% of providers)

The Problem with Traditional SEO Pricing

SEO costs $500 – $7,500 per month on average in 2025 (68% of businesses).

How much does SEO cost per month?

% of companies

Less than $500

5.56%

$500 – $1,000

17.78%

$1,001 – $2,500

24.44%

$2,501 – $5,000

8.89%

$5,001 – $7,500

16.67%

$7,501 – $10,000

6.67%

$10,001 – $15,000

6.67%

$15,001 – $20,000

5.56%

$20,001 – $25,000

1.11%

$25,001 – $50,000

4.44%

More than $50,000

2.22%

Traditional SEO pricing models present several challenges for e-commerce businesses:

Paying Regardless of Results: Monthly retainers require payment whether or not you see traffic or revenue increases
Misaligned Incentives: Agencies get paid the same amount regardless of performance
Difficult to Calculate ROI: Businesses struggle to connect SEO spend to actual revenue generation
Unpredictable Budgeting: Project-based and hourly models can lead to cost overruns
One-Size-Fits-All Packages: Standard packages often don’t address unique business needs

How much does SEO cost per hour?

SEO costs $51 – $100 per hour on average (69% of businesses).

Hourly fees can vary significantly based on which SEO provider you select and the specific service packages they offer. Generally, more experienced agencies and consultants command premium hourly rates for their expertise

How much does SEO cost per project?

SEO costs $500 – $5,000 per project on average in 2025 (70% of businesses).

How much does SEO cost per project?

% of companies

$100 – $500

5.71%

$500 – $1,000

24.29%

$1,001 – $2,500

22.86%

$2,501 – $5,000

22.86%

$5,001 – $7,500

10%

$7,501 – $10,000

2.86%

$10,001 – $15,000

2.86%

$15,001 – $20,000

1.43%

$20,001 – $30,000

2.86%

$30,001 – $50,000

1.43%

More than $50,000

2.86%

The cost of your SEO project is determined by several key factors including its scope, required timeframe, and specific technical requirements. Additionally, variables such as your industry’s competitiveness and your company’s size will significantly influence the final price of your SEO investment.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.

SEO pricing by business size

Smaller businesses pay the least for SEO
Larger companies pay the most for SEO
Brand reputation, site complexity, and SEO scale influence how much businesses will pay for SEO

When it comes to the cost of SEO and business size, larger companies will often pay more for SEO:

Business size	SEO cost (Hourly)	SEO cost (Monthly)	SEO cost (Project)
Micro-enterprise (1-10 employees)	$75 – $100	$501 – $1,000	$500 – $1000
Small business (11-50 employees)	$50 – $75	$1,000 – $2,500	$1,000 – $2,500
Mid-sized business (51-250 employees)	$50 – $75	$2,500 – $5,000	$2,500 – $5,000
Large business (251-500 employees)	$50 – $75	$2,500 – $5,000	$1,000 – $7,500
Enterprise business (501+ employees)	$50-$75	$2,500 – $5,000	$2,500 – $5,000

SEO pricing by method

When it comes to paying for SEO services, there are four main ways to do so: by project, by hour, by month, and based on performance. How you pay for SEO can depend on a number of factors like your budget and the services you need.

Per month: Because SEO is an ongoing strategy, the majority of businesses (36%) opt to pay monthly for their SEO. Ongoing monthly SEO will include multiple projects, audits, and ongoing optimizations. Monthly costs can range from $500 – $7,500 per month.
Per hour: If your business needs consulting expertise or opts to hire a freelancer, you’ll likely pay per hour. For example, an SEO consultant can charge an hourly rate for providing advice and expertise in a specific area of your strategy. Hourly rates can range from $51 – $100 per hour.
Per project: If you need support with implementing a specific SEO task or project, then you can opt to pay your provider per project. This option is useful if you have the expertise and resources in-house to manage your SEO strategy. Project costs can range from $500 – $5,000.
Performance-based: This increasingly popular model (15.2% of businesses) ties payment directly to results achieved. Under this arrangement, you pay a percentage of the additional revenue generated through SEO efforts or based on other predetermined performance metrics. This aligns the agency’s incentives with your business goals and reduces upfront risk.

Which SEO Pricing Model is Best?

There is no right answer when it comes to choosing an SEO pricing model. The best payment plan will depend on your business and its SEO needs. That’s why we’ve compiled each plan’s best use cases and some examples of how businesses use those plans:

Pricing model	Best for	Example
Monthly	Ongoing SEO Small, midsized, and large companies	A business looking to grow its organic search visibility, traffic, and revenue
Hourly	Smaller SEO projects Small companies	A small business looking to investigate a drop in traffic following a redesign
Project-based	One-time SEO projects Small, midsized, and large companies	A business looking to improve its sitewide page speed
Performance-based	Results-focused businesses Companies with growth potential	An e-commerce store wanting to directly tie SEO investment to revenue growth

The cost of in-house SEO

Implementing an in-house SEO team typically requires a substantial investment, with costs generally ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 annually. This primarily covers the compensation package for a dedicated SEO specialist, including salary and associated benefits such as tax contributions and insurance coverage. Your specific investment will vary based on several factors, including your geographic location, the expertise level you require from candidates, and the overall scope and scale of your planned SEO initiatives.

What Determines SEO Pricing?

SEO pricing is influenced by a diverse range of factors that collectively determine the investment required for effective search optimization. Key pricing determinants include:

Provider expertise and track record
Geographic location of the SEO agency or consultant
Chosen pricing structure (monthly retainer, hourly rate, project-based, or performance-based)
Client organization size and complexity
Comprehensive scope and scale of the SEO campaign
Current state of your website’s SEO foundation, including backlink profile quality
Specific performance objectives and target outcomes
Competitive landscape within your industry
Timeline expectations
Technical complexity of implementation

Market patterns consistently show that seasoned SEO professionals—whether agencies or independent consultants—command premium rates for their services. This pricing pattern extends to campaign scope as well, with comprehensive enterprise-level SEO strategies requiring significantly higher investment than more targeted approaches for smaller businesses.

Autommerce’s Performance-Based SEO Model

At Autommerce, we’ve revolutionized SEO pricing with our performance-based model. We only earn when you earn, creating perfect alignment between your goals and ours.

Our Core Principles:

Results-Driven Approach: We only get paid when we deliver measurable revenue increases
Transparent Measurement: Clear tracking of actual sales increases from SEO traffic
Low Initial Investment: Minimal upfront costs compared to industry standards
Scalable Growth: As your revenue grows, we grow with you
Risk Mitigation: You’re protected from spending on ineffective strategies

How Our Pricing Works

Initial Setup Fee

Choose one option to cover our comprehensive SEO audit, strategy development, AI tool setup, and initial implementation:

Option 1 $3,000 one-time payment

Option 2 $500 per month for 6 months

Performance-Based Fee

We ensure you only pay for results. Here's how:

Calculate Baseline: We average your sales revenue directly attributed to SEO traffic over the previous 6 months.
Measure Increase: Our fee is calculated ONLY on the increase in SEO-driven revenue above this established baseline.
Fee Range: Typically 5% - 20% of the revenue increase generated.

Example Scenario:

Your 6-month average SEO baseline revenue: $5,000 / month
After Autommerce optimization, SEO revenue grows to: $15,000 / month
Revenue Increase: $10,000 / month
Our Performance Fee: 5% - 20% of that $10,000 increase (i.e., $500 - $2,000)

How Your Rate (5-20%) is Determined

Your specific percentage rate within the 5-20% range depends on several factors tailored to your unique situation:

Industry & Niche Competitiveness: Higher competition may require more resources.
Your Business's Profit Margins: We align our fee with your profitability.
Implementation Complexity: The technical requirements of your website and strategy.
Market Size & Growth Opportunity: The potential scale of SEO impact.

Industry-Specific Fee Examples (Illustrative):

Electronics/Tech (15-30% margins): 5-10% Fee
Fashion/Apparel (40-60% margins): 12-20% Fee
Home Goods (30-45% margins): 8-15% Fee
Health & Beauty (35-55% margins): 10-18% Fee
Food & Grocery (10-20% margins): 5-8% Fee

Step 1: Initial Setup Fee

Option 1: $3,000 one-time payment
Option 2: $500 per month for 6 months
Covers comprehensive SEO audit, strategy development, AI tool setup, and implementation

Step 2: Performance-Based Fee

We calculate your baseline SEO sales by averaging the previous 6 months of sales from SEO traffic. Our fee is based solely on the increase above this baseline:

Fee range: 5-20% of revenue increase from SEO
Example: If your baseline is $5,000/month and we increase it to $15,000/month, our fee would be 5-20% of the $10,000 increase

Industry-Specific Fee Examples:

Electronics/Technology: 5-10% (reflecting lower industry profit margins of 15-30%)
Fashion/Apparel: 12-20% (reflecting higher industry profit margins of 40-60%)
Home Goods: 8-15% (reflecting moderate industry profit margins of 30-45%)
Health & Beauty: 10-18% (reflecting higher industry profit margins of 35-55%)
Food & Grocery: 5-8% (reflecting very slim industry profit margins of 10-20%)

How We Determine Your Percentage Rate:

Industry/niche competitiveness
Profit margins in your business
Implementation complexity
Market size and opportunity

How We Calculate Our Fees

Our transparent fee calculation process follows a systematic approach:

Step 1: Establish Your Baseline We determine your baseline SEO sales by calculating the average monthly revenue from SEO traffic over the past 6 months:

Baseline = (Month 1 + Month 2 + Month 3 + Month 4 + Month 5 + Month 6) ÷ 6

Step 2: Measure Current Performance Our system automatically tracks your SEO sales for the most recent 30-day period.

Step 3: Calculate Revenue Increase We determine the revenue increase by subtracting your baseline from the current 30-day performance:

Revenue Increase = Current 30-day SEO Sales - Baseline

Step 4: Apply Your Specific Percentage Rate Based on your industry, profit margins, and other factors discussed above, we apply your predetermined percentage rate to the revenue increase:

Monthly Fee = Revenue Increase × Your Percentage Rate

This calculation happens automatically every 30 days, ensuring you only pay for actual, measurable revenue growth. Our dashboard provides complete visibility into these calculations, allowing you to track both your SEO performance and our fees in real-time.

Pricing Comparison: Traditional vs. Autommerce

Pricing Factor	Traditional Agency	Autommerce
Initial Investment	$2,500 - $5,000 / month (Often required upfront)	$3,000 one-time OR $500/month for 6 months
Ongoing Fees	Fixed monthly retainer (Regardless of performance)	% of REVENUE INCREASE only (Pay for performance)
Risk Level	High (Pay fixed fees even if no results)	Low (Fee directly tied to generated results)
ROI Guarantee	None / Rarely Offered	Built into the model (Performance fee = Positive ROI)
Contract Length	12+ month commitments common (Often rigid)	12-month minimum with performance guarantees
Focus	Activities & Deliverables (Reports, tasks completed)	Revenue Growth (Measurable business impact)

Why Choose Autommerce’s Performance-Based Model?

Perfect Alignment: Our success is directly tied to your success
Predictable ROI: Clear connection between investment and returns
Reduced Risk: Minimal upfront investment with performance-based ongoing fees
Transparency: Clear reporting on actual revenue impact
Focus on Revenue: We’re incentivized to drive sales, not just traffic
AI-Powered Solutions: Our proprietary AI tools deliver superior results
Customized Strategy: Tailored approach to your specific business needs