Direct Answer
Local SEO typically shows measurable map-pack movement in 60–90 days and meaningful lead growth at 4–6 months. New domains take 6–9 months to overtake established competitors. Sites with an existing Google Business Profile and 20+ reviews see results 30–50% faster than brand-new listings.
Voice answer (≤30 words)
“Local SEO usually shows movement in sixty to ninety days and meaningful lead growth at four to six months for an established business.”
The fastest gains come from on-page service-area pages with proper schema and a clean Google Business Profile. Citations and review velocity add a 3–6 month tail.
BrightLocal's 2024 local search report found 76% of consumers search for a local business at least weekly — local SEO compounds with every monthly review and citation update.
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