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How Much Does Local SEO Cost?

Two quotes for "local SEO" can cover completely different work. Compare what is included, not just the monthly number.

What drives the price

Scope. Profile management only, or profile plus website, listings and reporting.
Locations. Each location needs its own profile work.
Competition. Crowded categories in big cities take more work.
Setup and website. Some agencies charge separately to build or fix a site.
Reporting. Whether you see real ranking data or just an activity list.

Questions to ask any agency

What exactly do you do each month?
How will I see where I rank across my area, not just from your office?
Is there a setup fee or a contract?
Who owns the website and listings if I leave?
Do you guarantee rankings? (A yes is a red flag. No one controls Google.)

What CitedLocal charges

The AUDIT is free. The Monthly Audit is $29 a month if you want to make the fixes yourself. CitedLocal Visibility is $997 a month for one location, with the website build included and no setup fee. CitedLocal Dominance is $1,497 a month plus a $2,500 one-time setup per location, for multi-location and regional businesses. All plans are month to month.

FAQ

Is cheap local SEO worth it?

Sometimes, if the scope is clear. Low prices often mean automated posting with no reporting. Ask to see a sample monthly report.

Can I do local SEO myself?

Yes. Most of the work is profile, listings, reviews and website consistency. The hard parts are time and knowing what to fix first.

How long before I see results?

Some profile fixes show within weeks; competitive markets take longer. Ask for monthly ranking data so you can see movement yourself.

Start with the free version.

Free AUDIT — see what needs fixing before you pay anyone. About 10 minutes.

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