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An upper-half market with bid estimates 5% above the typical state.
Short answer
Minnesota is in the upper half of 51 markets (the states and DC with data) for breadth of septic systems search demand, with 55 distinct search terms at 100 or more searches a month. The median top-of-page bid is $11.12, 5% above the typical state ($10.60).
BTop searches
What people in Minnesota search for
The most-searched septic systems terms in Minnesota, ranked by Google's monthly search range and then by bid. Close variants (the same words in a different order) are shown once, and brand, retailer and DIY searches are left out.
| Search term | Monthly searches in Minnesota | Top-of-page bid |
|---|---|---|
| septic tank pumping | 1K-10K | $14.00 |
| septic tank pumping services | 1K-10K | $12.23 |
| septic pumping near meNear me | 1K-10K | $11.12 |
| septic tank maintenance | 1K-10K | $8.97 |
| septic system maintenance | 1K-10K | $8.97 |
| septic tank care | 1K-10K | $8.97 |
| septic tank installation cost | 1K-10K | $5.65 |
| septic system installation cost | 1K-10K | $5.65 |
| cost of putting in a septic tank | 1K-10K | $5.65 |
| cost to instal septic system | 1K-10K | $5.65 |
| septics | 1K-10K | $5.16 |
| septic tank cleaning | 100-1K | $27.86 |
Google Ads Keyword Planner, Minnesota, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026. Bids are Google's high-range top-of-page estimates, not cost per lead. Urgent and Near me tags are matched from the words in each term. Method.
CWhat it means
What this means for a septic company in Minnesota
- C1 Bids track the typical state.A $11.12 median bid estimate sits close to the $10.60 typical-state figure.
- C2 For the top 10% of terms, Google's top-of-page bid estimate (high range) is $19.52 or more.Those are usually the high-intent searches.What to doRank organically for them: that is where the biggest savings sit.
- C3 A mid-sized market.Minnesota sits in the middle of the national ranking.What to doPlan targets against the similar-sized states in the comparison below, not against the largest markets.
DHow Minnesota compares
Minnesota against its nearest markets
| Rank | State | Distinct terms | Median bid estimate | Per resident |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | Wisconsin | 58 | $9.68 | 110 |
| 22 | Arizona | 55 | $17.98 | 111 |
| 23 | Minnesota | 55 | $11.12 | 118 |
| 24 | Kentucky | 54 | $9.75 | 156 |
| 25 | Colorado | 51 | $41.57 | 118 |
| Typical state (median) | $10.60 | 100 |
Google's ranges are wide, so states close together should be treated as similar. Method.
EWhere to start
Where to start
The full playbook for septic companies, including job values, channels and a 90-day plan, is in How can a septic company get more customers?. For the channels behind the numbers above:
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Other industries in Minnesota
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Roofing
- Water damage restoration
- Foundation repair
- Water heaters
- Pest control
- Tree service
- Gutters and windows
- Fencing
- House cleaning
- Water well drilling
- Standby generators
- Remodeling
- Concrete
- Decks
- Garage storage and floors
- Landscaping
- Pools
- Walk-in showers and bath remodels
- Barndominiums
- Metal buildings
- Therapy and counseling practices
- Medical practices
- Law firms
- Public adjusters
- Annuity sales
- Annuity surrender and exchange help
- Financial advisors
- Private student loan help
- Property management
- Ranch and land brokers
- Stair lifts
- Home elevators
- Boat dealers and brokers
- Antiques and collectibles
- Custom aquariums
- Industrial valves
- Shipbroking
- Chemical and ingredient suppliers
Google Ads Keyword Planner, Minnesota, Sep 2025 to Aug 2026Methodology