Poll: Keyword Density

Minimum and Maximum

[chris_f]

Hi All,

Of course, keyword density is only a small factor in optimising any pages, however, assuming every thing else is perfect; I just wanted to see if I match everyone elses opinions on this.

What is the minimum and maximum keyword density?

Minimum: 5% of all text (including links) on the page
Maximum: 30%

Aim: Usually around 15%

[caine]

Depends how i feel, and how many words are part of the term, the more specific the term, as in longer, the less the density - though as a rule of thumb i operate around the 5-10% mark.

[albert]

Minimum 5%
Maximum 20% - too chary for more
mostly 7 - 10%

Depends from kw density at competing sites (assumed other factors similar).

[nfinland]

Donīt forget to mention how you calculate the density. Different programs (online tools) do Keyword Density Analyzing differently. And do you use a stop word list or not.

P.S. should one use the stop word list or no?

I usually use 2-8 % (stop word option off) depending on the competition of the keyword. No use of making the text look "ugly" by using a lot of keywords if this isnīt necessary!