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Search Marketing Strategists in District of Columbia

Search marketing strategists develop and execute tactics to increase visibility of content, products, or services on search engines and internet-enabled platforms. They analyze search query behavior, user intent, and data to optimize marketing efforts In District of Columbia the median pay is $98,090 a year, 25% above the national median of $78,760.

$98,090median pay in District of Columbia, per year
$74,990–$132,300middle half earn
6,340employed in District of Columbia
$78,760U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes

Preparation: Considerable preparation (most need a bachelor’s degree and several years of experience). Most hold an associate degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingActive ListeningCritical ThinkingActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingSpeakingWriting

Knowledge areas

Sales and MarketingComputers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageCommunications and MediaMathematics (knowledge)Customer and Personal Service

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O*NET-SOC 13-1161.01. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.