Top Squarespace SEO Consultants in the United States
From New York’s media ecosystem to San Francisco’s tech scene and Austin’s startup corridor, U.S.-based Squarespace SEO consultants help creative brands, professional services, and nonprofits turn design-forward sites into search-ready growth engines.
On Clutch, you can compare verified agencies by client reviews, platform expertise, industry focus, budgets, and location. Our vetting process surfaces real project outcomes, so you can quickly shortlist partners who understand Squarespace 7.1, Fluid Engine, structured data, Core Web Vitals, and local SEO for U.S. markets. Use filters to zero in on firms with proven results in your niche, whether you’re scaling nationwide or targeting a single metro.
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Power 360 Media is an Advertising company. Their team is located in Olympia, Washington. The company focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Deltona, FL
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Image Magic is a branding firm established in 1977. The agency specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 6 projectsLos Angeles IT offers services in automation, business integrations, and artificial intelligence, particularly excelling in managed IT services. Reviews highlight their effective communication, adherence to deadlines, and transparent processes, ensuring client comprehension and satisfaction. Clients appreciate their reliability, geographic proximity, and alignment with client values, contributing to a positive overall experience.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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Headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Murfreesboro Web Designers is a web design company. They offer Web Design and Web Development and were founded in 2024.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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OVENLIGHT Marketing, a web design company, was founded in 2003. Located in Portland, Oregon, the team offers Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Haines City, FL
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See all 1 projectsThe Alianzas is an innovative company specializing in developing interactive experiences through emerging technologies like AR, VR, and AI. Garnering 100% positive feedback, reviewers commend their strategic thinking, timely delivery, and commitment to client needs, with particular praise for their expertise in sports marketing and their impressive knowledge and empathy.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Yeshaya Dev is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Brooklyn, New York, their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gardiner, NY
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Blue Ocean Technology, LLC is a web development company. The small Gardiner, New York-based team focuses on Web Development and Social Media Marketing. The firm was founded in 2000.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Jose, CA
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See all 1 projectsPinnacles Marketing is an SEO agency specializing in organic search optimization and website SEO services. Reviews reflect overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers noting improved website ranking and digital visibility enhancement. Clients appreciate their professionalism and timely delivery, with unique insights stemming from the founders' experience in top Silicon Valley companies.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9El Cajon, CA
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Established in 2023, VDO Business Services, LLC., a small web design company, is located in El Cajon, California. Their team focuses on Web Design and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Established in 2019, Ambrose Marketing is a branding company. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Branding agency eMotion Marketing was launched in 2024. The team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chowchilla, CA
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RAM Digitech is a small Digital Strategy company based in Chowchilla, California. The team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Redlands, CA
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Established in 2018, Marketing 720 is a small Redlands, California-based Advertising company. Their team focuses on Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pleasanton, CA
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KJ DesignPro is a Pleasanton, California-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2000, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerDover, OH
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See all 2 projectsMuon Marketing is an SEO agency praised for its effectiveness in boosting online visibility and organic search optimization. With 100% positive feedback, reviewers highlight their exceptional communication, responsiveness, and alignment with client values. A notable 100% of reviewers commend their successful enhancement of website ranking and digital visibility through strategic SEO and Google Ad campaigns.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Urbana, OH
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Based in Urbana, Ohio, Berry Digital Solutions is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Gallatin, TN
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LC Winford SEO & Web Design is a SEO services firm. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and are based in Gallatin, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomington, IN
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Small Advertising company SociallyUP, is based in Bloomington, Indiana. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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Layup, an Other Digital Marketing company, was established in 2014. The firm specializes in Other Digital Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Irvine, CA
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Founded in 2018, KWW is a small pay per click agency. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Worcester, MA
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See all 1 projectsCapture Essence Tech is a premier web design and development studio with over 10 years of experience and 100+ successful projects. We specialize in crafting tailored digital experiences that align
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Knoxville, TN
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See all 1 projectsMove Mountains Media, LLC is a Knoxville Digital Marketing Agency offering SEO (Search Engine Optimization), Website Development & Ads Management. With marketing Consulting to find what will
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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Established in 2021, Capmov, a small branding agency, is located in Sacramento, California. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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Launched in 2024, Boost Digital Marketing is a social media marketing company. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Known Social is a Marketing Strategy company. Founded in 2015, the agency focuses on Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Norfolk, VA
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Business Scale Pros is an Email Marketing company. They are headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, and their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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TIBINT is a small Digital Strategy company launched in 2016. Their services include Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49McLean, VA
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Founded in 2018, Beluxe Creative is a Performance Marketing company. In McLean, Virginia, the team offers Performance Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Arlington, TX
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Vmarket360, a Digital Strategy company, focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Arlington, Texas.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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DernTech is an AI development company founded in 2024. The firm specializes in Artificial Intelligence and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Clinton, MA
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Chatham Oaks Growth Solutions is a small Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2021, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Kansas City, MO
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Small branding firm 2D Optimized Marketing, is in Kansas City, Missouri. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Emmy Drafts is a SEO agency. Founded in 2013, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenwich, CT
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Founded in 2000, Painted Pages Web Design is a small social media marketing firm based in Greenwich, Connecticut. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Oceanside, CA
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Launched in 2016, Hoffbeck + Co is a small branding company. Their services include Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Arlington, VA
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Design Powers is a web design agency. Founded in 1996, the team offers Web Design and Graphic Design. The agency is located in Arlington, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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Mobile & App Marketing company Growth Launch was established in 2025. The small team provides Mobile & App Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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Alpyne Strategy, LLC is a small SEO services firm established in 2019. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Brentwood, TN
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Branding agency OMNICOMMANDER was launched in 2017. The firm focuses on Branding and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cockeysville, MD
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Showcase IDX is an Email Marketing company. They offer Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2002.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Overland Park, KS
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Launched in 2015, Legalfit, a midsize social media marketing firm, is in Overland Park, Kansas. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Asbury Park, NJ
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Strive System Webtech is an Email Marketing company. Based in Asbury Park, New Jersey, the company provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tampa, FL
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MOR Creative, a branding agency, was launched in 2012. The small team focuses on Branding and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ormond Beach, FL
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ModSquare Design, Inc. Is a small social media marketing firm headquartered in Ormond Beach, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carolina Beach, NC
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Small branding company Barefoot Design Collective, is in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9East Providence, RI
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Established in 1997, Omni Search Labs is a SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Content Writing Services and is headquartered in East Providence, Rhode Island.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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EMPro is a social media marketing agency. They were founded in 2010 and focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin, TN
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Sonority Group, LLC is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and are headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Neenah, WI
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Headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, RR Development Wisconsin is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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List of the Top 15 United States Squarespace SEO Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boise, ID
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Encinitas, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Provo, UT
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bloomington, MN
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Blue Bell, PA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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34/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Cheswick, PA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boston, MA
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Tampa, FL
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33.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lakewood, CO
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31.7/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pleasant Ridge, MI
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34.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Cincinnati, OH
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$10,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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33.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Murray, UT
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32.8/40.017/20 Reviews7.3/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Plano, TX
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32.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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31.9/40.015.4/20 Reviews6.7/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Portland, OR
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Santa Monica, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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United States Squarespace SEO Consulting FAQs
U.S.-based consultants bring native familiarity with American search behavior, regional nuances, and time zones. They’re more likely to:
- Align content to U.S. terminology, seasonality, and SERP features.
- Understand local regulations that impact websites and marketing, such as ADA accessibility guidance and state privacy laws like the CCPA.
- Execute local SEO for competitive metros (e.g., NYC, LA, Chicago, Dallas, Miami) with accurate citations, localized content, and Google Business Profile optimization.
They also tend to have stronger experiences with U.S.-centric directories, publications, and partnerships that drive high-quality links and mentions.
Pricing varies thanks to factors such as scope, competitiveness, and add‑ons (content, digital PR, multi-location SEO). Based on Clutch’s recent pricing data, typical projects range:
- Monthly retainers: $1,500 – $5,000 for small to mid-sized businesses; $5,000 – $15,000+ for competitive or multi-location brands.
- Hourly rates: $100 – $200+, depending on seniority and specialty.
- One-time audits or setups: $1,500 – $7,500 for technical and content roadmap; local SEO setups often start at $800 – $2,500.
Ask for a breakdown of deliverables (on-page work in Squarespace, structured data, content calendar, link-building approach, reporting cadence) so proposals are easy to compare.
Squarespace is popular with design-forward and service-led organizations. U.S.-based consultants frequently support:
- Creative and professional services — studios, agencies, legal, accounting, architecture.
- Health and wellness — private practices, clinics, fitness, mental health.
- Hospitality and venues — restaurants, hotels, wedding/event spaces.
- Nonprofits and education — associations, schools, foundations.
- Local services and home trades — contractors, real estate, cleaning, landscaping.
Expect tailored strategies—e.g., medical E-E-A-T content and compliance-minded pages for healthcare, menu and reservation optimization for restaurants, rich results and reviews for local services.
Start by strategically outlining your project’s specific requirements and objectives — i.e., national rankings, conversions, or lead quality. Then, browse through Clutch to find dedicated teams and carefully evaluate them on the following:
- Platform expertise — experience with Squarespace 7.1, Fluid Engine, URL structures, redirects, code injections, and structured data on Squarespace.
- Track record and proof of work — case studies with traffic, ranking, and conversion lifts; examples in your industry and city.
- Transparency — clear KPIs, reporting frequency, and toolset (Search Console, GA4, rank tracking, call tracking).
- Content and links — ask how they plan topic clusters, editorial calendars, digital PR, and local citations.
- Fit and logistics — communication style, time zone alignment, and who’s doing the work (senior vs. junior).
- Guaranteed #1 rankings or unrealistic timelines.
- A push to rebuild on another CMS without a business case.
- One-size-fits-all audits that ignore Squarespace structures and limitations.
- Opaque link schemes (paid networks, PBNs) or no link acquisition plan at all.
- No content strategy or thin, AI-spun pages that risk quality issues.
- Missing technical fundamentals: alt text, internal links, schema, image handling, Core Web Vitals.
- Poor change management: no 301 plan when restructuring pages or switching templates.
- Reporting without insights or actions tied to leads and revenue.
Undermining how red flags can impact your project will leave blind spots that could lead to headaches in the future.