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Search Marketing Strategists in Michigan

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 Michigan the median pay is $66,780 a year, 15% below the national median of $78,760.

$66,780median pay in Michigan, per year
$49,990–$97,820middle half earn
24,220employed in Michigan
$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, Michigan, annual.