How much does a website cost?
Real 2026 price ranges by size and platform — plus what actually moves the number.
The honest answer is “it depends” — but not unhelpfully so. A simple brochure site and a large, multi-section marketing site are very different projects, and the platform you build on changes the price as much as the page count does.
Below are realistic ranges for a professionally built website (not a $50 template job), broken down by size and by build approach so you can find the row that matches your situation.
Typical cost by project size
Professionally built, custom-designed, with a few integrations. Ranges are rough planning figures — not a quote.
| Project size | Cost (USD) | Cost (INR) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small | $4,600–$6,900 | ₹150,000–₹230,000 | 2–5 wks |
| Medium | $6,200–$9,300 | ₹200,000–₹310,000 | 5–10 wks |
| Large | $8,700–$13,000 | ₹290,000–₹430,000 | 10–20 wks |
INR uses local market rates, not spot exchange rates. Your exact price depends on features and detail.
Cost by build approach
The same medium-sized project, priced across the common ways to build it.
| Build approach | Cost (USD) | Cost (INR) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|---|
| WordPress | $3,900–$5,900 | ₹130,000–₹200,000 | 5–10 wks |
| Webflow / no-code | $3,900–$5,900 | ₹130,000–₹200,000 | 5–10 wks |
| Custom code | $6,200–$9,300 | ₹200,000–₹310,000 | 5–10 wks |
Cheaper up front isn't always cheaper long term — the right choice depends on your goals.
What affects the price.
Number of pages & sections
A five-page site is far quicker to build than a 30-page one with unique layouts. Templates that repeat cost less per page than bespoke designs.
Design & branding
Adapting a proven template is the cheapest route. A fully custom design around your brand — or a premium look with animation — adds real design and build time.
Platform
WordPress and no-code builders (Webflow, Framer) are faster and cheaper up front; custom code costs more but scales and performs better long term.
Content
If you provide the text and images, you save. Copywriting and photography/illustration from the team is an add-on.
Integrations
Connecting a CRM, email marketing, booking, or analytics tools adds work versus a standalone site.
How to keep costs down.
- Start with a template or design system rather than fully bespoke if budget is tight.
- Provide your own copy and images to cut content costs.
- Launch a focused first version, then expand — don't build 30 pages on day one.
- Pick the platform that matches your team: WordPress if non-technical staff will edit it often.
Common questions.
Because “website” covers everything from a one-page site to a large custom build. Scope, design level, platform, and who writes the content each swing the price. Use the ranges below and our calculator to narrow it down.
Usually yes, up front — WordPress reuses proven themes and plugins. But for high performance, complex logic, or long-term scale, custom code often costs less over time.
For a professionally built small business website, see the “Small” row below. Freelancers can be cheaper; agencies cost more but bring design, strategy, and reliability.
A small site is typically a few weeks; larger, custom sites run longer. The timeline column in the tables gives a realistic window.
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