What does a website cost per year? How much should it cost to build a brand new website for your business? How about a redesign -- what will that cost? It’s difficult for business owners to get a good estimate for the cost of a website, especially considering how few web design agencies publish their pricing online. Fortunately, we’ve put together this document to help you better understand not only what a website will cost to design and build, but also maintain. Keep reading for some basic estimates for the cost of a few different types of websites, as well as some prices for common services like website hosting, SEO, redesigns, and more.
The Total Cost of a New Website
Here are the up-front costs for a new website based on its type:
| Type | Description | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Basic/Small Business Website | Minimal design, single page to 10 pages, and basic functionality. | BD 150 - BD 250 |
| Corporate/Medium-Sized Business Website | Up to 50 pages, CMS integration, and custom functionality. | BD 250 - BD 450 |
| Large Business Website | Hundreds of pages, advanced features, and custom development. | BD 450 - BD 800 |
| Ecommerce Website | Shopping cart, payment gateway, CMS, and extensive testing. | BD 350 - BD 750 |
| Custom made web apps | Shopping cart, payment gateway, CMS, and extensive testing. | BD 500 - BD 1500 |
Necessary Expenses
- Domain Name: BD 10 to BD 25/year. Essential for your website's address.
- Website Hosting: From BD35/year. Necessary to make your site accessible online.
- Content Management System (CMS): Free options (like WordPress) or paid licenses starting at BD 50/year.
Design Expenses
- New Design or Full Redesign: BD 100– BD 1,500 depending on requirements. Refresh every 2–3 years.
- Theme Design: Free themes available; custom themes can cost up to BD 200.
- Responsive Design: Often included, or an additional BD 100 for existing websites.
Online Marketing Costs
- Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Upfront cost: BD 120 - BD 400. Monthly maintenance starts at $200.
- Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising: Monthly management fees range from BD 130, with additional click costs.
