A custom website design from scratch can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $100,000+ so it can really be a challenge to nail down a specific professional website cost especially if it is fully custom. That’s why we made a website cost calculator that you can use to ballpark prices for websites you want to create. Want a uniquely custom quote for your website? Just fill out the form below!

The custom website cost calculator is easy to use.

• Simply use the sliders below to indicate your needs.
• Then, click the “Get My Web Pricing” to see the website cost
• You’ll get to see both low- and high-end estimates for the individual categories and the total price.

If you want to get an accurate quote for your website project, you can then fill out the form below the price and one of the Chatter Buzz specialists will contact you to provide this information.

Website Cost Variation Based on Platform

One of the most significant factors in determining the cost of your website is the platform. You can choose multiple platforms to build your website depending on your needs. While there are pros and cons to each site-building platform in terms of functionality, they also vary in price.

Many small personal websites opt to use templated and DIY basic website builders like Squarespace and Wix. The cost for either platform, however, is comparable.

• Plans on Squarespace currently charge between $12 and $40 per month.
• Whereas Wix ranges from $13 to $39 per month depending on which plan you choose.

Wix does offer the additional option of a free plan. However, it’s not recommended for businesses, as it requires you to use a Wix subdomain.

Another option available is to purchase a template or theme-based website built on open-source CMS. These options come with pre-existing layouts and only basic functions. Although some templates are free, others cost between $20 to $100 at a time.

Additionally, you may need to hire a freelance web developer to make edits. This can cost anywhere from $600 to $4,000 depending on who you choose.

Another popular platform to build your website is WordPress. The cost of a website built on WordPress can vary drastically depending on what you need. This can range from $3,000 to higher than $50,000 total.

If you’re a company that sells products online, you’ll need to consider a platform that supports e-Commerce. One option is WooCommerce which can cost anywhere from $4 to $5,000 per month. Another platform is Shopify, which ranges from $81.50 to $2041.25 per month. Magento is a third option, whose cost ranges from free (for the community) to $22,000 per year if you choose the enterprise label.

Chatter Buzz offers the option to include e-Commerce functionality as well. For basic functionality, the price can range between $5,000 to $10,000. For full development, the cost can vary from $10,000 to $75,000. However, the degree of implementation for e-Commerce is individual to the business.

Website Cost Variation Based on the Level of Design

Another factor that can change cost is the level of design you need. Web design is crucial to provide your visitors with the best user experience and user interface. However, the degree to which you emphasize streamlining the experience for users ultimately varies on individual needs. Although top-tier websites offer high levels of interactivity for an engaging user experience, more simplistic approaches to design can also be effective. As a result, the cost of your website significantly varies depending on the level of design needed.

• Basic web design, which provides just the bare necessities, is estimated to cost between $2,000 to $3,000.

• For standard web design, which provides a more streamlined experience, the cost can range between $3,000 to $5,000.

Excellent web design emphasizes individuality from competitors and can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $10,000.

For advanced world-class web design, you could spend anywhere from $10,000 to $15,000.

Website Cost Variation Based on Content

The cost of building a website can also change drastically based on how much content and the number of pages you need. For a website with 1 to 10 total pages, the cost ranges from $1,000 on the low end to $20,000 on the high end. Depending on how many pages you need for your site, the total cost can greatly vary. The amount of content you add to your website also marginally increases the total. Stock images you add average at approximately $30 per picture. For text, the average estimate is around $200 per page.

Aside from the initial cost of creating content, it’s also important to factor in the costs associated with updating your website. One way to do this is through the use of content management systems (CMS). These tools make it easy for companies to update the content on their pages without requiring knowledge of technical programing.

The type of CMS you use also plays a role in the total price. A standard CMS can range between $2,000 to $4,000. Whereas full development for CMS can average between $10,000 to $25,000.

Website Cost Variation Based on Features

The features you need for your custom website also impact the overall cost. Some features like analytics and live chat can each cost an additional $100. Other features, such as forms/lead generation, image and video galleries, event scheduling, and social media functionality, can each add $250 to the total price. Adding a blog to your website can marginally increase the total cost by $500. For websites with search tools, you can estimate an additional $1,500. In addition, creating functionality to include member logins and profiles can cost around $2,000.

Implementing SEO features to help your website rank in search engines also changes the cost. The estimated price range to have on-page optimization for 30 keywords is approximately $2,000 to $4,000. For a website optimized for 150 keywords, the cost ranges from $6,000 to $10,000.

Responsive design is another feature you may wish to add to your website. Since 60% of searches come from mobile devices, designing your site with mobile functionality in mind is a great idea. However, it also adds an extra $3,000 to the total price of your website.

The custom website cost calculator from Chatter Buzz also factors in database integration features. These features are beneficial to information-heavy sites, as they allow customers and employees to access data on relevant topics. In addition, the website can store personalized user data to make planning user experience designs better. Basic database integration can cost between $2,000 to $4,000. Whereas full development can range between $10,000 to $25,000.

The Best Solution to Build Your Custom Website

There are two primary methodologies in building a project: agile and fixed price. While fixed-price projects are more traditional, they limit flexibility due to the cost, scope, and time being set in place. Agile projects are more flexible and allow a variety of smaller value increments. Because there are so many factors that can change the total cost of building a website, agile project management is ultimately better than a fixed price approach. Everything from the level of design to additional features marginally impact the total price.

So, why use the free Chatter Buzz website cost calculator? Our custom website cost calculator is easy to use and offers precise details quickly. The comprehensive calculator features multiple questions with 12 steps to provide you with clear estimate on the cost to build your website.

Our calculator factors in all the major variables that can alter the total cost for building a website. In addition, the custom website cost calculator gives you a realistic idea of how much money you’ll need to build your website. You’ll also be able to create a detailed budget that aligns to your needs.

Chatter Buzz is the best source to build a successful custom website. Our talented web design team is dedicated to building websites centered around your content goals to create measurable results. Chatter Buzz creates appealing websites with a focus on both design and user experience. In addition, we create responsive designs that are mobile-friendly to accommodate traffic for all devices.

With Chatter Buzz, you can have the perfect website that will make your visitors become your customers. Our team is fully dedicated to building a website that will help your business achieve long-term growth. Because every business’s needs are different, Chatter Buzz will make sure to create a tailor-made site that matches your goals with our proven process. If you want a uniquely custom quote for your website, give us a call today!