“How much does a website cost?” gets answers anywhere from $0 to $50,000 — and both can be true. The price depends on what the website needs to do for your business. This guide breaks down real 2026 price ranges, what drives them and the ongoing costs most quotes leave out.
Short answer: a professional business website usually costs $400–$3,000 from a skilled freelancer or small studio, $3,000–$15,000 from a typical US or UK agency, and ₹15,000–₹75,000 for a quality build in India. E-commerce and custom builds cost more.
Typical website prices by who builds it
| Option | Typical price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| DIY builder (Wix, Squarespace) | $0 upfront + $15–$50/month | Very small budgets, simple sites |
| Freelancer | $300–$3,000 | Simple sites, if you find a reliable one |
| Small studio / founder-led team | $400–$5,000 | Most small and mid-sized businesses |
| Mid-size agency (USA/UK) | $5,000–$25,000 | Larger companies with complex needs |
| Large agency | $25,000+ | Enterprises, major brands |
These are the ranges we commonly see in quotes; individual prices vary widely by country, scope and experience.
What actually drives the price
1. Number and type of pages
A 5-page brochure site is very different from a 60-page B2B catalogue. Each unique page template needs design and development; repeated pages (like product pages) are cheaper once the template exists.
2. Custom design vs template
A premium theme customised to your brand is faster and cheaper. A fully custom design costs more but fits your business exactly and usually converts better.
3. Content and copywriting
Writing is often the most underestimated part of a website project. If you supply polished text, costs drop. If the developer writes it, expect to pay for it — but it is often worth it.
4. E-commerce and integrations
Online stores need product setup, payment gateways, shipping and tax rules. Connecting a CRM, ERP or booking system adds development time.
5. Multi-language and international SEO
Each additional language adds translation, layout testing (especially right-to-left languages like Arabic) and SEO configuration.
The ongoing costs nobody mentions
- Domain name: $10–$20 per year
- Hosting: $50–$300 per year for most business sites (Shopify plans are monthly subscriptions instead)
- Premium plugins, themes or apps: $0–$300 per year
- Maintenance: $0 if you do it yourself, or roughly $50–$200 per month for a professional plan — see our maintenance cost guide
Red flags when a quote looks too cheap
- No written scope — “a website for $150” with no list of what’s included
- They want to keep ownership of your domain or hosting
- No mention of mobile design, speed, SEO basics or backups
- Nulled (pirated) themes and plugins — a common cause of hacked sites
- No support after launch
Our prices
We publish our prices because we think you should know them before you ask. Websites start at $399 (₹14,999) for a 5-page Starter site, $899 (₹29,999) for a custom 12-page Business site, $1,499 (₹49,999) for an e-commerce store and from $2,499 (₹89,999) for custom and B2B builds. See exactly what’s included on our pricing page.
How to get an accurate quote
- List the pages you think you need and any features (booking, store, quote forms).
- Share two or three websites you like — and why.
- Decide who will write the content.
- Ask every company for a written scope with a fixed price.
Website design, development and maintenance for businesses worldwide. Our founder has built websites for 53 brands across manufacturing, finance, healthcare and retail.