Social Media Management Pricing
Custom quote based on your goals. Lowest price in the market, premium service: start with a $299 one-month pilot on one platform, then an ongoing plan quoted to your needs.
Custom quote based on your goals Lowest price in the market, premium service.
- $299 starter month (~£226 · ~€265 · ~AED 1,098) One-month pilot on one platform
- Ongoing: indicatively $450–$850/month (~£340–642 · ~€398–752 · ~AED 1,653–3,122) per platform; bundles from about $1,200 (~£907 · ~€1,062 · ~AED 4,407)
Quotes in your local currency · local figures are approximate (reference rates of 1 Oct 2026); billing is in USD.
What drives your price: number of platforms, posts and Reels per month, paid ads management, content production (shoots, video editing), languages, target market and competition.
- Founded 2017
- 10+ team members
- Registered company: HYRAX COMMUNICATION PRIVATE LIMITED · GSTIN 23AAECH2835H1ZU
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Viral In City, the brand of HYRAX COMMUNICATION PRIVATE LIMITED, manages Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube accounts for businesses worldwide as a remote team based in India. Pricing is a custom quote based on your goals, with a $299 one-month starter pilot on one platform; ongoing plans are indicatively $450–$850 per platform per month, billed in USD with no minimum term. Each single-platform plan includes 30 content assets per month; ad spend is not included.
How much does social media management cost?
Social media management cost depends on platforms, content volume, video and community work. At Viral In City it is a custom quote based on your goals: indicatively $450–$850 per platform per month for about 30 content assets, about $900–$1,500 for two platforms and from about $1,200 for three, with a $299 one-month starter pilot.
Indicative social media management prices (USD per month)
| Plan | Monthly content | Indicative price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Starter pilot (any one platform) | Lower volume, one month | $299 for the month |
| Instagram management | 15 Reels + 15 posts | $450–$850 / month |
| Facebook management | 15 Reels + 15 posts | $450–$850 / month |
| LinkedIn management | 15 posts + 10 carousels + 5 short videos | $450–$850 / month (standard plan about $500) |
| YouTube management | 15 Shorts + 15 community posts | $450–$850 / month |
| Any two platforms | About 60 content assets | About $900–$1,500 / month |
| Instagram + Facebook + YouTube bundle | 90 content assets | About $1,200–$2,000 / month |
| All four platforms, or several brands or locations | Scoped to your goals | Custom quote |
| Paid ads management | If you need it | Quoted separately; ad spend is extra |
These are indicative ranges, not fixed prices. Your final figure is a custom quote based on your goals, in USD, and the same for clients in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, the UK, the USA, Canada, Australia and everywhere else.
Want a figure for your own mix of platforms and posting frequency? Use our free social media management cost calculator. To see how your Instagram content performs today, try the Instagram engagement rate calculator.
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Custom Quote Based on Your Goals
Start with a $299 one-month starter pilot (~£226 · ~€265 · ~AED 1,098) on one platform. Ongoing single-platform plans are indicatively $450–$850 a month (~£340–642 · ~€398–752 · ~AED 1,653–3,122) (about 30 content assets), two platforms about $900–$1,500, and multi-platform bundles from about $1,200.
Quotes in your local currency · local figures are approximate (reference rates of 1 Oct 2026); billing is in USD.
What drives your price: number of platforms, posts and Reels per month, paid ads management, content production (shoots, video editing), languages, target market and competition. See how each factor affects cost.
Get a free social media audit Get a custom quote WhatsApp +91 8827409728
Ready to start? Pay securely for an agreed custom quote or the $299 starter month.
Instagram Management
- Account audit and profile optimisation
- Competitor and audience research
- Captions, hooks, hashtags and CTAs
- Publishing and scheduling support
- Monthly performance review
Facebook Management
- Page audit and optimisation
- Competitor and audience research
- Business-focused captions
- Publishing support
- Analytics review
LinkedIn Management
- Profile and company page optimisation
- Positioning and audience research
- Posts written in your voice
- Publishing support
- Monthly performance review
YouTube Management
- Channel audit
- Topic and trend research
- SEO titles, descriptions and hashtags
- Publishing support
- Analytics review
Best Value Starting Package: Complete Social Media Presence
Manage Instagram + Facebook + YouTube under one coordinated social media growth strategy.
30 content assets on Instagram + 30 on Facebook + 30 on YouTube every month. That means 90 platform-specific content assets per month across the complete three-platform package.
Quotes in your local currency · local figures are approximate (reference rates of 1 Oct 2026); billing is in USD.
What Every Plan Includes
Whichever platform you choose, the same structured monthly workflow sits behind it:
- Research: competitor research, audience interests and the questions your customers ask.
- Planning: content pillars and a monthly calendar shared with you for approval.
- Creation: platform-specific content with hooks, captions and calls-to-action.
- Discoverability: keyword direction, SEO-friendly captions or titles and relevant hashtags.
- Publishing: scheduling and publishing support at times that suit your audience's time zone.
- Review: a monthly look at reach, engagement and actions, with recommendations for next month.
What drives the cost of social media management?
Two quotes for "social media management" can differ several times over because they describe different work. These are the factors that move a quote up or down:
- Number of platforms: each platform needs its own formats, captions and publishing. Bundles cost less per platform: three platforms are about $1,200–$2,000 a month instead of three separate plans.
- Content volume: our standard plan is about 30 content assets per platform per month, roughly one a day. Fewer posts cost less; more posts cost more.
- Share of video: Reels, Shorts and short videos take more scripting and editing than static posts or carousels, so a video-heavy plan sits higher in the range.
- Content production: using your own photos and clips keeps cost lower; shoots, sourcing footage or heavy video editing add to it.
- Community management: replying to comments and direct messages every business day takes time and is priced into the quote.
- Paid ads management: not part of the organic plans. It is quoted separately, and ad spend is paid by you directly to the platform.
- Languages, market and competition: English plus Arabic content, several time zones or a crowded niche need more research and copy work.
- Number of accounts: several brands, locations or founder profiles each need their own calendar.
Plug these factors into the cost calculator for an indicative range, then ask for a custom quote.
Agency vs freelancer vs in-house: how the cost compares
The cheapest monthly invoice is not always the cheapest option once you count your own time, gaps in cover and the skills you still have to buy elsewhere. This is how the three models usually compare:
| Agency (like Viral In City) | Freelancer | In-house hire | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How you pay | Monthly fee for an agreed scope | Hourly, per post or a monthly retainer | Salary plus benefits, tools, software and training |
| Who does the work | A team: strategy, design, video editing, copy, publishing | One person, sometimes subcontracting | One employee, unless you build a team |
| Holidays and sick days | Covered by the team | Work usually pauses unless backup is agreed | Work pauses or colleagues step in |
| Your management time | Approve a monthly calendar | Brief and check one person | Hire, manage and review day to day |
| Best for | Consistent multi-format content at a predictable monthly price | Small, simple scopes or one specialist skill | Brands where social media is central and needs someone on site daily |
A freelancer is often the lowest monthly cost for a small scope. An in-house hire usually costs the most once salary, benefits, software and management time are added, and salary levels vary widely by country and seniority. An agency sits in between: one fee covers several skills and continuity. Read more in our guide to agency vs freelancer vs in-house social media management.
What Is Not Included
To keep pricing transparent: paid advertising budgets, ad campaign management, long-form video production and influencer fees are not part of these plans. If you need any of them, ask us and we will quote separately.
How Payment Works
Packages are billed monthly in advance. International clients pay in USD with PayPal; clients in India pay in INR with CCAvenue. Both are also on the Pay Now page. Once payment is confirmed, onboarding begins. Please keep your transaction ID in case verification is needed. Cancellations and refunds are covered by our Refund & Cancellation Policy.
Need a custom package, or not sure which one fits? Get a custom quote or message us on WhatsApp and we will recommend a starting point based on your audience and goals.
Results depend on your niche, audience, content quality, account history, competition and platform algorithms. No specific follower, reach, view or sales number is guaranteed.
Pricing FAQ
How much does social media management cost?
Pricing is a custom quote based on your goals. You can start with a $299 one-month starter pilot on one platform (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn or YouTube). As a guide, ongoing single-platform plans are indicatively $450–$850 per month, two platforms about $900–$1,500, and multi-platform bundles from about $1,200. Each single-platform plan covers about 30 content assets a month, and our free cost calculator gives an indicative range for your own mix.
How much does Instagram management cost per month?
Instagram management with 15 Reels and 15 posts a month is indicatively $450–$850 per month, depending on how much video editing, community management and research your account needs. It is quoted to your goals, and you can start with a $299 one-month pilot. See Instagram management.
How much does LinkedIn management cost?
Our standard LinkedIn plan (15 posts, 10 carousels and 5 short videos a month) is about $500 per month, inside the indicative $450–$850 range for one platform. More videos, several profiles or a founder plus a company page move the quote up. A $299 one-month pilot is also available. See LinkedIn management.
What drives the price?
Number of platforms, posts and Reels per month, how much of the content is video, paid ads management, content production (shoots, video editing), community management, languages, target market and competition. Tell us your goals and we will quote for exactly that.
Why do social media management prices vary so much between providers?
Quotes that sound alike often cover different work: 8 static posts versus 30 assets with 15 edited Reels, with or without comment and DM replies, reporting, strategy or ads. Compare quotes by deliverables per month and divide the price by the number of assets; our standard plans work out at roughly $15–$28 per content asset.
Is a freelancer cheaper than a social media management agency?
For a small, simple scope a freelancer is often the lowest monthly invoice. An agency costs more per month than some freelancers but gives you a team (strategy, design, video editing, copy) and cover during holidays. An in-house hire usually costs the most once salary, benefits, tools and training are added.
Is there a social media management cost calculator?
Yes. Our free social media management cost calculator gives an indicative monthly USD range based on platforms, posts and Reels per week, community management, ads management and number of accounts. It uses the same ranges as this page; your final price is a custom quote.
What do I get in a single-platform plan?
Each single-platform plan includes 30 content assets per month plus research, a content calendar, captions, SEO direction, publishing support and a monthly performance review. Instagram and Facebook include 15 Reels and 15 posts, YouTube includes 15 Shorts and 15 posts, and LinkedIn includes 15 posts, 10 carousels and 5 short videos.
Are prices in US dollars?
Yes. All prices are in US dollars (USD) and are the same for clients worldwide. Our translated pricing pages also show approximate local-currency figures.
How can I pay?
International clients pay in USD via PayPal; clients in India pay in INR via CCAvenue. Pay only for an agreed custom quote or the $299 starter month. Work begins after your payment is confirmed.
Can I get a custom package?
Yes. Every plan is quoted to your goals. Use the "Custom package - get a quote" link on any plan to tell us what you need, and we will send a tailored quote.
What is your refund and cancellation policy?
Packages are billed monthly in advance in USD, with no minimum term. Cancellation needs 30 days' written notice (email or WhatsApp). If you cancel after paying but before work starts, you get a full refund; we also refund double charges and our errors. Setup fees are non-refundable once onboarding begins. Approved refunds are processed within 7–10 business days. See our Refund & Cancellation Policy for full details.
Is advertising spend included?
No. The plans cover organic content and management. Paid ad budgets and ad campaign management are not included and can be discussed separately.
Can I add LinkedIn to a bundle?
Yes. Bundles are quoted to your mix; LinkedIn can be added to Instagram, Facebook and YouTube, or started on its own with the $299 one-month pilot.
What is the $299 starter pilot?
One month of management on one platform at a lower volume, so you can judge our work before committing. After the pilot we send a custom quote for the ongoing plan; there is no obligation to continue.
Pick a Plan or Ask a Question
Message us with your business and preferred platform, and we will help you choose the right monthly plan.
Start with a $299 one-month starter on one platform, or get a custom quote based on your goals.
Ready to start? Pay securely for an agreed custom quote or the $299 starter month.
Get a free audit and quote
Tell us about your business and the platform you want managed. We will reply with a free audit of one profile and a custom quote, or you can start with a $299 one-month pilot on one platform.