Local AI Search Optimization

Why Local AI Search Matters

AI assistants answer 72% of "near me" queries. Local businesses in AI responses see 5x more foot traffic than those that aren't.

Essential Local Optimization Elements

1. LocalBusiness Schema

{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "LocalBusiness",
  "name": "Your Business Name",
  "image": "https://yoursite.com/storefront.jpg",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "streetAddress": "123 Main Street",
    "addressLocality": "San Francisco",
    "addressRegion": "CA",
    "postalCode": "94102",
    "addressCountry": "US"
  },
  "geo": {
    "@type": "GeoCoordinates",
    "latitude": 37.7749,
    "longitude": -122.4194
  },
  "telephone": "+1-415-555-0123",
  "priceRange": "$$",
  "openingHoursSpecification": [{
    "@type": "OpeningHoursSpecification",
    "dayOfWeek": ["Monday", "Tuesday", "Wednesday", "Thursday", "Friday"],
    "opens": "09:00",
    "closes": "18:00"
  }]
}

2. Google Business Profile Optimization

Complete every field:

• Business name
• Categories (primary + secondary)
• Description (750 characters)
• Hours of operation
• Services offered
• Photos (minimum 10)
• Regular posts and updates

3. Location Pages

Create dedicated pages for each location:

# AI Search Services in San Francisco

[Your Business] provides AI search optimization services in San Francisco, CA. Located in the Financial District, we help local businesses dominate ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini results.

## Our San Francisco Location

**Address**: 123 Main Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
**Phone**: (415) 555-0123
**Hours**: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm

## Local AI Search Expertise

We've helped 50+ San Francisco businesses increase their AI visibility by an average of 340%. Our local SEO and AIO strategies are specifically designed for Bay Area markets.

## Serving These SF Neighborhoods

- Financial District
- SOMA
- Mission District
- Pacific Heights
- Marina District

4. NAP Consistency

Ensure Name, Address, Phone are identical across:

• Website
• Google Business Profile
• Social media
• Directory listings
• Citations

5. Local Content Strategy

Create location-specific content:

• Neighborhood guides
• Local event coverage
• Regional case studies
• City-specific statistics
• Local partnerships

Local Schema Types

Implement multiple schema types:

{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@graph": [
    {
      "@type": "LocalBusiness",
      // LocalBusiness details
    },
    {
      "@type": "Organization",
      // Organization details
    },
    {
      "@type": "Service",
      "serviceType": "AI Search Optimization",
      "areaServed": {
        "@type": "City",
        "name": "San Francisco"
      }
    }
  ]
}

Review Optimization

Reviews impact local AI citations:

1. Generate reviews (aim for 50+)
2. Respond to all reviews
3. Include keywords naturally
4. Address specific services
5. Mention location details

Measuring Local AI Performance

Track:

• Local pack appearances in AI
• Location-based citations
• "Near me" query rankings
• Direction requests from AI
• Local traffic increases

Monitor with Rankad.ai's local AI tracking.