How much does a custom website cost in 2026?
A custom website costs between $999 and $25,000 in 2026. Small business sites land around $999 to $3,500. Mid-market sites are $5,000 to $15,000. Enterprise and high-end SaaS sites typically run $25,000 and up.
The realistic price ranges
Most legitimate web design quotes in 2026 fall into four bands. Under $1,000 is reserved for tight 5-page small business sites or one-page launches. $1,000 to $5,000 covers most small to medium businesses with 10 to 15 pages, basic SEO, and a clean custom design. $5,000 to $15,000 buys deeper strategy, custom illustrations, integrations with marketing tools, and conversion optimization. $25,000 and up is enterprise territory: stakeholder management, security reviews, accessibility audits, and 50+ pages.
Anything quoted under $500 for a 'custom' site is almost always a recolored template or a freelancer using an AI builder. That is fine if you understand what you are buying.
What drives the price
Page count, custom illustrations, third-party integrations (CRM, payment, scheduling), e-commerce, multi-language support, and accessibility requirements are the biggest cost drivers. Strategy and copywriting can also add 30-50% to a project.
Hosting and maintenance are usually separate. Plan for $20-$50/month for hosting and $50-$300/month for maintenance.
How SiteFyd prices
Our Starter tier is $999 (5 pages), Business is $2,499 (15 pages), and Premium is $4,999 (unlimited pages and custom illustrations). All prices are fixed at the start with no scope-creep invoices. Enterprise engagements are quoted per project.