2Pricing Guide

How Much Does a Website Actually Cost?

Here's a realistic breakdown of web design pricing in 2026. Prices vary by region, complexity, and designer experience.

Landing Page

$500 – $2,000

A single-page website perfect for a specific campaign, event, or simple business presence.

  • 1 page with multiple sections
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • Contact form or CTA
  • Basic SEO setup
  • 1–2 weeks turnaround
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Business Website

$2,000 – $7,000

A multi-page website for established businesses that need a professional online presence.

  • 5–10 custom pages
  • Mobile-responsive design
  • Content management system
  • SEO optimization
  • Contact forms and maps
  • Social media integration
  • 3–6 weeks turnaround

E-Commerce

$5,000 – $15,000

A full online store with product listings, shopping cart, and secure payment processing.

  • Product catalog and categories
  • Shopping cart and checkout
  • Payment gateway integration
  • Inventory management
  • Order tracking
  • Customer accounts
  • 6–10 weeks turnaround

Custom / Web App

$10,000+

A fully custom web application with unique functionality, user accounts, and complex integrations.

  • Custom functionality and features
  • User authentication and accounts
  • Database and API integrations
  • Admin dashboard
  • Scalable architecture
  • Ongoing support options
  • 8–16+ weeks turnaround

What Affects the Price?

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Number of Pages

More pages means more design, content, and development time.

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Design Complexity

Custom illustrations, animations, and unique layouts cost more than templates.

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Functionality

Features like booking systems, e-commerce, and user accounts add complexity.

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Content Creation

Professional copywriting, photography, and video production are often extra.

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SEO & Marketing

Advanced SEO strategy, analytics setup, and marketing integrations take time.

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Ongoing Maintenance

Hosting, updates, security patches, and content changes are recurring costs.

Not sure if you should DIY or hire a designer? Take our free quiz first. Or read our complete cost breakdown article for more detail. For additional pricing data, see WebFX's web design cost guide.