📱 Social Media Tools
Social Media Rate Calculator
Build your monthly retainer price from your deliverables and hourly rate. Stop undercharging for social media management.
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Suggested rate for this level: $55–$77/hr
Each additional platform adds 15% to account for cross-posting complexity
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Enter your deliverables and hourly rate to calculate your monthly retainer price.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much should social media management cost per month?
Freelancers typically charge $500–2,000/month per client for 1–2 platforms with content creation; agencies $2,000–10,000+. Price by deliverables and outcomes, not hours — clients buy growth, not time.
How many clients can one social media manager handle?
With content creation included, 4–8 clients is a realistic full-time load. Beyond that, quality slips or you need contractors — which your pricing must already support.
Should I charge setup fees for new clients?
Yes — a one-time onboarding fee ($300–1,500) covering audits, strategy, templates, and profile optimization. The first month is your most labor-intensive; price it that way.
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