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How Much Does Social Media Management Cost in Pittsburgh?
Typical Pittsburgh social media management retainers, what's included at each level, and how ad spend fits in.
PWD EditorialSeptember 1, 2026 7 min read
Social media retainers vary by platforms, posting frequency and whether content is shot on-site. Here are typical ranges.
$500–$1,500/month
One or two platforms, scheduled posts using your photos, light community management.
$1,500–$4,000/month
Multiple platforms, on-site content shoots, daily engagement and monthly reporting.
$4,000+/month
Full production, video, influencer work and paid ad management.
Ad spend is separate
Management fees rarely include the ad budget itself; many agencies charge a percentage or flat fee to manage spend.
Key takeaways
- Basic management starts around $500/mo
- On-site content raises cost
- Ad spend is billed separately
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