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How much does social media management cost for a small business in 2026?

Price ranges published by Spanish agencies, what each tier includes and what to ask before hiring.

Published: 7 min readCasa Strategies

In short

Managing a small business's social media costs, as a guide, between €80 and €600 a month in most cases, and more if it includes professional video or several brands. Ad spend is on top. The final price depends on your business: how many networks, how many posts and who creates the content.

Indicative price ranges

These ranges come from prices published by agencies and market guides in Spain:

Type of serviceWhat it usually includesIndicative monthly range
Basic1 social network, posting content supplied by the client€80 – 300
Full management2–3 networks, content creation, community and report€250 – 600
AdvancedSeveral networks or brands, video, strategy and campaigns€600 – 1,700 or more
Advertising (Meta Ads)Budget you pay to MetaOn top, depending on goals
Published social media management prices from a Spanish agency
Example of prices published by a Spanish agency (dovo.es, checked 19/10/2026).

What pushes the price up or down

Differences between quotes almost always come from these:

  • Number of networks (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, LinkedIn).
  • Posts per week and format (image, carousel, short video).
  • Who creates the photos and videos: you or the agency.
  • Handling comments and messages.
  • Ad campaigns and their follow-up.
  • Reports and strategy meetings.

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Freelancer, agency or doing it yourself

A freelancer is usually the cheapest way to start. An agency brings more skills (design, video, ads) and continuity. Doing it yourself costs time: work out how many hours a week you'd spend and what that hour is worth to your business.

Whichever you choose, ask for a content calendar and a monthly report with results, not just posts.

What to ask before hiring

Five questions that avoid surprises:

  • How many posts a month, and on which networks?
  • Who creates the content, and how many revisions are included?
  • Is advertising included or extra?
  • Is there a minimum contract?
  • Which results do you measure every month?

Ranges are indicative: the final price depends on your website, your project and what you need. We give you a fixed quote after a free call.

Frequently asked questions

Is advertising included in the management fee?

Usually not. The fee covers the agency's work; the ad budget is paid separately to Meta, TikTok or Google.

How often should I post each week?

It depends on your business and resources. A steady, good-quality rhythm beats posting a lot without a strategy.

How soon will I see results?

Ad campaigns can deliver within weeks; organic growth usually takes several months.

How much would it cost me?

It depends on your networks, content and goals. In a free call we give you a range and then a fixed quote.

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