How much does a small business website cost?

A small business website typically costs between $300 and $5,000 depending on who builds it and how complex it is. Template platforms like Wix or Squarespace cost $16-$49/month plus setup time. A freelance designer building a custom site ranges from $300 for a simple one-page site to $1,500+ for multi-page sites with custom features.

Is it cheaper to use Wix or hire a web designer?

Wix and Squarespace have lower upfront costs but ongoing monthly fees ($16-$49/month) add up over time. A freelance designer has a one-time project cost and you own the site outright. Over 2-3 years, a custom site often costs less and performs better.

How Much Does a Website Cost for a Small Business?

Quick Numbers

DIY platforms usually mean monthly fees:

Platform	Monthly Cost	Annual Cost
Wix (Core)	$17/mo	~$204/yr
Squarespace (Basic)	$23/mo	~$276/yr
Showit (Basic)	$19/mo	~$228/yr

Designer pricing usually looks more like this:

Single-page (landing page) site: $300-$800
Multi-page site (3-5 pages): $800-$2,500
E-commerce or complex features: $2,000-$5,000+

What Raises the Price

Number of pages and how much content each one needs
Custom animations, interactive features, or booking integrations
E-commerce functionality (product listings, checkout, inventory)
Tight turnaround timelines
Starting with no existing brand assets (no logo, no brand colors)

A focused one-page site is usually enough to start. Ask about domain, hosting, updates, and revisions before you pay. See my flat-rate pricing - no surprises.

How Much Does a Website Cost for a Small Business?