How Much Does Social Media Management Cost in BC?
By Mathew Lefebvre · Founder, Valley Rise Media
In British Columbia in 2026, social media management typically costs between a few hundred dollars and $5,000+ per month — the range is wide because it depends entirely on what's included. It's the first question almost every business owner asks, and the honest answer is that the work behind it varies enormously, from someone scheduling a few posts to a full team producing video, running ads, and generating leads. Here's how to make sense of it.
The common pricing tiers
Most agencies and freelancers in BC fall into a few broad bands. These are general market ranges, not a quote — your actual price depends on scope:
- Basic posting and scheduling: often a few hundred dollars a month, usually just recycling content you provide.
- Managed content with strategy: typically $1,000–$2,500 a month for consistent posting, captions, and reporting.
- Full service with video and ads: $3,500–$5,000+ a month when short-form video production, paid ads, and lead generation are included.
| Monthly budget | What's typically included | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| A few hundred dollars | Scheduling and posting content you provide | Businesses that just want a presence |
| $1,000–$2,500 | Managed content, captions, strategy, and reporting | Growing local businesses |
| $3,500–$5,000+ | Video production, paid ads, and lead generation | Businesses that want booked customers, not just posts |
What actually drives the price
The single biggest factor is whether video is involved. Short-form video is what grows local audiences fastest right now, but it takes real production work — scripting, editing, and captioning — so it costs more than static graphics. Other drivers include how many platforms you're on, whether paid ads are managed, how often you post, and whether the goal is just presence or actual booked leads.
How to know what you need
Don't start with a budget — start with a goal. If you just want to look active online, basic posting is fine. If you want new customers to actually discover and book you, you need consistent video and a system that turns attention into leads. The right provider will ask about your goals before quoting a number, never the other way around.
At Valley Rise Media we work the second way: we learn what you're trying to achieve on a short call, then tailor a plan to it. New founding clients in the Okanagan even get their first month free. If you're weighing your options, that's the lowest-risk way to see what done-for-you content can do for your business.
Want this handled for you?
We do done-for-you short-form content and social media for Okanagan businesses. Founding clients get their first month free — let's talk about what you need.