Guide
FAQ & Pricing
A quick overview of the moving pieces of the web—and what typical websites cost to build and run.
Based in Spokane. If you’re searching locally, see my Spokane web developer page.
Moving pieces of web development
Most projects combine a few of these, depending on goals and complexity:
- Domain name and DNS
- Web hosting and CDN
- SSL and security hardening
- Design system and UI/UX
- Frontend development
- Backend/APIs and data
- CMS/blog and content workflows
- E‑commerce and payments
- Performance and SEO basics
- Accessibility (a11y) best practices
- Integrations (email, CRM, analytics)
- Ongoing maintenance and updates
What does a website cost?
It can range from $0 to $100,000+, depending on scope, features, and who builds it.
Cost by method
- DIY (Builders): $0 – $200+/month. Templates, hosting, SSL included; basic plans ~ $10–$20/mo.
- Freelancer/Small Agency: $1,000 – $10,000+ (simple sites from ~$1,500 up).
- Custom Development (Agency): $15,000 – $60,000+ for complex or enterprise needs.
Typical ongoing costs
- Domain: $10 – $25/year
- Hosting: $5 – $500+/month
- SSL: $0 – $100+/year (often free)
- Themes/Templates: $0 – $200 one‑time
- Plugins/Features: $0 – $500+/month
- Content: $0 – $5,000+ (if outsourced)
- Maintenance: $0 (DIY) – $200+/month
Cost by website type
- Simple Blog/Portfolio: $100 – $1,000
- Small Business Site: $1,000 – $5,000+
- E‑commerce Store: $500 (basic platform) – $20,000+
Ranges vary widely based on features (e.g., booking, memberships, integrations), content, and design. If you share your goals, I can provide a clear scope and quote.