Guide · Updated October 2026
How much does a small business website cost?
Anywhere from about $15 a month to well over $10,000. Here is what each option costs, what you get for the money and how to choose.
- Real prices, with sources
- Updated October 2026
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The short answer
Website costs at a glance.
| Option | Typical cost | What you get | Who does the work |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY website builder | $15–$40 a month1 | A template you fill in yourself | You |
| GoDaddy web design service | $499.99 one-time, plus hosting2 | A 4-page site with written content and one revision call | GoDaddy |
| Freelancer | $2,000–$6,000 one-time1 | A custom site; changes and hosting usually billed later | Freelancer |
| Agency | $6,000–$10,000+ one-time1 | Full custom design, copy, SEO foundation and integrations | Agency team |
| Done-for-you subscription | $200–$500 a month1 | A site plus hosting and updates, for as long as you pay | Provider |
| Website Build Co | $1,499 / $2,500 / from $3,499 one-time | Custom design, every word written for you, SEO setup, live in 14 business days | Matt, start to finish |
- Always Do Better, "How Much Does a Website Cost in 2026?", checked October 2026.
- GoDaddy, Web Design Starter, checked October 2026.
What drives the price
Six things that change the price.
Number of pages
A 5-page site and a 30-page site are different jobs. Each service and service area you want found usually needs its own page.
Who writes the words
Writing is the part most owners underestimate. Some quotes assume you supply every word; ours include it.
Custom design or template
A template is cheaper up front but looks like everyone else's. Custom design costs more and fits your business.
Selling online
Stores need products loaded, payments, shipping and taxes set up, and they take longer to build.
Integrations
Booking, scheduling, menus, listing feeds and CRMs all add setup time.
SEO setup
Page titles, speed, structured data and Search Console are sometimes included and sometimes extra. Ask.
Before you buy
Ongoing costs and smart questions.
Costs after launch
Almost every website has a few ongoing costs, whoever builds it:
- Domain name. Renewed every year with your registrar.
- Hosting and security. Keeping the site online, backed up and up to date.
- Edits. New photos, prices, services and hours.
- Platform fees. Online stores also pay their platform's plan and payment fees.
Our Care Plan covers hosting, SSL, security updates, backups and up to an hour of edits for $79 a month. It's optional.
Questions to ask any web designer
- Is the price one-time, or monthly for as long as I have the site?
- Who writes the words?
- How many pages, and how many rounds of changes?
- When will it be live, and is that guaranteed?
- Do I own the site and the domain if we stop working together?
- What does it cost to make changes later?
Our pricing
What we charge.
Starter
$1,499one-time
Up to 5 pages, custom design, we write every word, SEO setup. Live in 14 business days.
Get a quote for StarterBusiness
$2,500one-time
Up to 12 pages with a page for each service and service area, plus Google Business Profile setup.
Get a quote for BusinessOnline Store
From$3,499one-time
Shopify store design and setup with up to 100 products, payments, shipping and taxes.
Get a quote for Online StoreOne-time prices. You'll know your total before we start.
FAQ
Questions about website costs.
What is a fair price for a small business website?
For a custom site that someone else designs and writes for you, a one-time price in the low thousands is typical for freelancers, and more for agencies. Templates you build yourself cost less in money and more in your time.
Is a monthly website subscription a good deal?
It can be if you want no upfront cost. Add up what you'd pay over three to five years and compare it to a one-time build plus hosting, and check who owns the site if you cancel.
What does Website Build Co charge?
Starter is $1,499 for up to 5 pages, Business is $2,500 for up to 12 pages with local SEO setup, and online stores start at $3,499. All one-time. The Care Plan is an optional $79 a month.
Why are agency quotes so much higher?
Agencies have teams, account managers and overhead, and they often take on bigger, more complex projects. For many small businesses that is more than they need.
Free quote
Let's build your website.
Three quick questions. Matt will reach out to talk through your site and give you a price.
- Live in 14 business days, guaranteed
- We adjust it until you're happy
- Packages from $1,499
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