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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to write a blog post?
A professionally written blog post typically costs between $100–$500 for a 1,000–2,000 word article. Freelance writers charge $0.10–$0.50 per word depending on expertise and niche. For agencies managing dozens of posts per month, these costs add up quickly — often $3,000–$10,000+ per month just for content production.
How much do content writers charge per hour?
Freelance content writers typically charge $25–$100/hour in the US, with specialists in technical or medical writing often charging $75–$150/hour. A mid-range agency writer at $50/hour writing 4 posts per week would cost around $3,200/month in labor alone — not counting editing, SEO optimization, or publishing.
Is AI content cheaper than hiring writers?
Yes — significantly. AI-assisted content tools like AutoPublish cost $9–$149/month and can produce dozens of SEO-optimized blog posts automatically. Compared to $200–$500 per manually written post, the savings are typically 90–99%. Many agencies use AI for first drafts or high-volume content while reserving human writers for flagship pieces.
How do I calculate content marketing ROI?
Content marketing ROI = (Revenue from content – Cost of content) ÷ Cost of content × 100. To measure revenue, track organic traffic from blog posts, then apply your site's conversion rate and average order value. For example: 5,000 monthly visitors × 1% conversion × $200 order value = $10,000 monthly revenue from content. If you spent $1,000 producing that content, your ROI is 900%.
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