Website Cost Calculator
Every site is different – but costs don’t have to be a mystery. Get a free estimate for a wordpress website.
How much does a website cost?
Use our calculator to get a rough estimate based on popular features. Please note advanced features are only available on the semi-custom and custom options.
Website Cost Calculator Guides
Every site is different – but costs don’t have to be a mystery. Get a free estimate for a WordPress website.
Website Price Ranges
Every website project is unique, but understanding typical price ranges can help you plan your budget. Below are general cost guidelines based on common website types and complexity levels.
BasicStarts at $5K
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Semi-CustomStarts at $10K
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CustomStarts at $15K
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| Wireframes | None | 1 wireframe from homepage | 2+ wireframes for homepage and special pages |
| Designs | No page design – use global settings for fonts and colors. Use the blocks to build pages | 1 page design for homepage. Use theme blocks for all other pages | 2+ page designs for homepage and special pages |
| Forms | Simple contact form | Simple contact form | May include detailed custom form, conditional logic, possibility for payment integrations |
| Specials Features | None | None | May include any special features needed such as event management, portfolio, etc |
| Integrations | Simple integrations that don’t require design, such as MailChimp newsletter signup, HubSpot CRM, etc | Simple integrations that don’t require design, such as MailChimp newsletter signup, HubSpot CRM, etc | May include any integrations needed |
BasicStarts at $7K
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Semi-CustomStarts at $12K
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CustomStarts at $22K
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| Wireframes | None | 1 wireframe from homepage | 3+ wireframes for homepage, shop page, product page and special pages |
| Designs | No page design – use global settings for fonts and colors. Use the blocks to build pages | 1 page design for homepage. Use theme blocks for all other pages | 3+ page designs for homepage, shop page, product page and special pages |
| Forms | Simple contact form | Simple contact form | May include detailed custom form, conditional logic, possibly with payment integrations |
| Specials Features | None | None | May include any special features needed such as event management, portfolio, etc |
| Integrations | Simple interations that don’t require design, such as MailChimpl newslteer signup, HubSpot CRM, etc | Simple interations that don’t require design, such as MailChimpl newslteer signup, HubSpot CRM, etc | May include any integrations needed |
| Ecommerce Features | Basic functionality with payment gateway and 1 shipping provider. | Basic functionality with payment gateway and 1 shipping provider. | Advanced functionality with multiple payment gateways and shipping providers, discount programs, wholesale pricing and any other custom functionality needed |
Ongoing Costs of Website Ownership
Building your website is just the bginning. Plan for these ongiong costs to kepp your site secure , updated and performing at its best.
Your domain name is your digital address. Annual registration fees range from $10-50 depending on the extension (.com, .net, etc.) and registrar.
Regular updates, security patches, backups, and technical support keep your website secure and running smoothly. Preventative maintenance avoids costly emergency fixes.
SSL certificates, malware scanning, firewalls, and security monitoring protect your site and customer data. Security is an ongoing investment, not a one-time expense.
Reliable web hosting ensures your site stays online and loads quickly. Costs vary based on traffic volume, storage needs, and server resources.
Premium plugins and third-party tools often require annual licenses. These add-ons extend functionality but come with recurring costs.
Search engine optimization and digital marketing are continuous efforts. Regular content creation, link building, and campaign management drive sustained growth.
Should You Invest In A Custom Website?
Not always! Here are questions to ask yourself before you invest in a custom website.
Are You A Start Up or Established Business?
If you’re trying out a new business idea, it’s probably best to start with a basic site and see if you get any traction first.
Once your business is profitable, you can always upgrade your basic site with custom designs and added functionality.
Does Your Website Generate Revenue?
Your sales team will love you when your website starts bringing in warm leads for them to close. If your website has the potential to be a lead generation machine, or if you sell products, you probably want to invest in a custom website.
The unique design and functionality of a custom website will be worth the investment when your website increases your revenue and pays for itself.
Does Your Website Save You Time?
Can your website perform some of the functions of your business? Can it manage your event sign-ups for you? Integrate with your sales tools to improve your sales team productivity? Integrate with your ERP system to keep your inventory up to date? Provide a portal for your customers to login and check their orders or membership status?
If your website can save your business time and money, a custom website can be a good investment.