We tested 100 local businesses. Asked ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity to recommend them. The results were brutal.
LLM Visibility Scores
| Score Range | % of Businesses | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| 0-10 | 47% | Completely invisible to AI search |
| 11-30 | 37% | Mentioned rarely, often with wrong info |
| 31-50 | 10% | Sometimes recommended |
| 51+ | 6% | Consistently recommended by all AI engines |
Why This Matters
40% of consumers under 35 use AI instead of Google to find businesses. When someone asks ChatGPT for the best dentist in Austin and your practice does not appear, that patient goes to your competitor.
The Top 6% Have Three Things
- FAQ schema on their website
- 50+ reviews across platforms
- Authority content that AI cites as sources