{"id":19244,"date":"2017-10-27T12:32:55","date_gmt":"2017-10-27T12:32:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/codewebbarcelona.com\/cuanto-cuesta-una-pagina-web\/"},"modified":"2026-04-20T21:37:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T21:37:07","slug":"how-much-does-a-website-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/codewebbarcelona.com\/en\/blog\/how-much-does-a-website-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does a Website Cost?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How much does a website cost?<\/strong> This is usually the first question that comes to mind when you\u2019re considering creating a new website<\/strong>. And it\u2019s exactly the question we\u2019ll be answering in this post.<\/p>\n

To determine how much a website costs<\/strong>\u2014and since this is a \u201chyper-generic\u201d question\u2014the first step is to identify what type of website you need<\/strong> or are looking for, then consider any special features or add-ons, and finally factor in ongoing costs such as maintenance, hosting, domain registration, and additional services like SEO strategies or monthly Community Management.<\/p>\n

Series Navigation<\/h3>\n
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  1. How much does a website cost? Pricing overview<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. How much does a website cost? Features<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. How much does a creative website cost?<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. How much does a website cost? Materials<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    To put it in more familiar terms, asking \u201cHow much does a website cost?<\/strong>\u201d is a bit like asking, \u201cHow much does a car cost?\u201d There are many brands, and within each brand, a range of more or less affordable models\u2014not to mention all the configuration options and extras (which, in our case, are the additional features you might want for your website).<\/p>\n

    Ultimately, the cost of a website depends on your needs<\/strong> and the agency or studio you choose to develop it. Just as few people would buy an Aston Martin to drive to the bakery three minutes away, it doesn\u2019t make sense to spend thousands on a website for a small business that doesn\u2019t need a complex structure. Still, we\u2019ll go out on a limb and provide some APPROXIMATE figures<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Before we dive in, if you\u2019re looking for a budget website<\/strong><\/a> for a simple online presence with decent design, we recommend trying Waw Web<\/strong><\/a> (for \u20ac14\/month, you get a straightforward but effective website). It\u2019s a great option for starting a business with limited resources. The best part: you won\u2019t have to deal with complicated setup tools\u2014they handle domain registration and everything else for you.<\/p>\n

    How much does a website cost? It depends on the type of website you need<\/h2>\n

    Basic website builders<\/h3>\n

    This is the most basic and limited option<\/strong> available, but also the cheapest and simplest<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    Typically, the cost is just the price of the domain and hosting, plus a small additional fee.<\/p>\n

    These basic website builders offer limited customization<\/strong> but are extremely easy to use.<\/p>\n

    If you\u2019re launching a small business and don\u2019t want to make a big investment<\/strong>\u2014and aren\u2019t too picky about the final look\u2014this is a good choice. However, if you\u2019re an established company with a reputation to uphold, we don\u2019t recommend such a generic tool.<\/p>\n

    Ideal for startups looking to invest as little as possible and willing to compromise on design<\/em><\/p>\n

    To give you a ballpark figure, the cost for a website<\/strong> built with a basic site builder is around:<\/p>\n

    \u20ac90 to \u20ac150 per year (including hosting and domain)<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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    How much does a template-based website cost?<\/h3>\n

    When it comes to designing and developing a website<\/strong>, there are two main approaches. The first\u2014and our preferred method\u2014is to create a fully custom website<\/strong> without using templates. The other, as you might expect, is to use a pre-made template.<\/p>\n

    Templates are usually purchased from platforms like ThemeForest<\/a> and similar sites.<\/p>\n

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    Naturally, using a template means the cost of your website<\/strong> will be much lower<\/strong> than a fully custom build, since the design and development work is already done<\/strong> by others.<\/p>\n

    In this scenario, the process typically involves:<\/p>\n

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    1. Purchasing the theme or template<\/li>\n
    2. Installing WordPress (or your chosen CMS)<\/li>\n
    3. Installing the template<\/li>\n
    4. Adding your content (text, images, logo)<\/li>\n
    5. Customizing colors (most templates have a user-friendly control panel for this)<\/li>\n
    6. Other adjustments (from minor tweaks to major changes\u2014the more customization, the more time and cost involved)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      With that in mind, here\u2019s an approximate price<\/strong> for what a website might cost<\/strong> if it includes five sections: Home, About Us, Services, Products, and Contact<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

      If you\u2019re reasonably tech-savvy and decide to do it yourself, your costs will be the price of the template (\u20ac50\u2013\u20ac150) plus hosting and domain (about \u20ac90\/year). You might also want to budget for a developer to help with any tricky adjustments\u2014say, \u20ac150.<\/p>\n

      If you\u2019d rather hire a web design studio<\/strong>, the cost will be higher. However, you\u2019ll benefit from higher quality and the assurance that the job will be done right\u2014assuming you choose your studio carefully.<\/p>\n

      Ideal for startups looking to keep costs down and flexible about the final design<\/em><\/p>\n

      Here\u2019s what to expect:<\/p>\n

      \u20ac140\u2013\u20ac390 if you do it yourself (then \u20ac90\/year for hosting and domain; first year included above)<\/strong><\/p>\n

      \u20ac1,300 if you hire a professional web design studio (then \u20ac90\/year for hosting and domain)<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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      How much does a simple, single-page static website cost?<\/h3>\n

      Now we\u2019re moving into the realm of custom-built sites, without templates. Naturally, prices start to rise from here, but so does the quality of the work you\u2019ll receive (assuming you choose a reputable web design studio<\/strong>).<\/p>\n

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      Among custom projects, a single-page website<\/strong> (often called a \u201cone-page site\u201d) is the most affordable option. This type of website is perfect for businesses just starting out<\/strong> or launching a new project.<\/p>\n

      Content is usually limited, but if chosen well, it\u2019s more than enough.<\/p>\n

      The price is similar to a more extensive template-based site, but in this case, you get a fully bespoke design<\/strong> with no limitations.<\/p>\n

      For this type of website<\/strong>, we highly recommend a creative approach\u2014unique design, engaging animations, and effects. The goal is to grab your visitor\u2019s attention and make your content easy and enjoyable to read, ending with a clear call to action such as a contact form or a map to your location.<\/p>\n

      Ideal for new businesses that need to keep costs low<\/em><\/p>\n

      Approximate cost: \u20ac1,600 (then \u20ac90\/year for hosting and domain)<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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      We invite you to check out our project portfolio<\/a> to see some of our best work<\/strong>. Need a truly creative website? Contact us!<\/a><\/h6>\n

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      How much does a static multi-page website cost?<\/h3>\n

      Like the previous option, this is a fairly affordable choice, but with a level of web design quality<\/strong> that\u2019s a world apart from template-based sites.<\/p>\n

      \"cu\u00e1nto<\/a><\/p>\n

      Typically, this would be a corporate website<\/strong> that presents your company\u2019s services and history. For a new business that wants to share more information<\/strong> than a single-page site allows, this is ideal. It\u2019s also a great option for established companies looking to refresh their image at a reasonable price. If the site is well programmed, it can be expanded in the future\u2014adding more sections or even making it self-manageable with a CMS.<\/p>\n

      Clients won\u2019t be able to update or change the website content themselves<\/strong>; you\u2019ll need to contact your web design studio<\/strong> for updates. This isn\u2019t a big issue, as small changes are usually inexpensive, and the alternative\u2014installing a basic CMS\u2014would significantly increase the initial cost.<\/p>\n

      Ideal for both new and established companies seeking quality work without needing a large, complex website structure.<\/em><\/p>\n

      \u20ac2,400 is a fair price for a website with four sections (then \u20ac90\/year for hosting and domain)<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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      How much does a website with a basic content management system cost?<\/h3>\n

      By website with a basic CMS<\/strong>, we mean, for example, a corporate website<\/strong> where you want to manage some of the content<\/strong> easily via a control panel with username and password.<\/p>\n

      If well implemented, managing editable elements is quick and straightforward. For example, you might have a website with the following sections: Home, About Us, Products<\/strong>, Services, Contact. In this case, you\u2019d want to manage the Products section.<\/p>\n

      In the Products section, you could intuitively add and update your products\u2014name, description, images, etc.<\/p>\n

      Other examples include adding a Blog, News section, or a manageable gallery.<\/p>\n

      Whenever you want to manage one or more sections of your site without needing programming or HTML knowledge, you\u2019ll need a CMS to make this possible.<\/p>\n

      Ideal for new and especially established companies that want control over certain sections<\/em><\/p>\n

      \u20ac3,600 is a fair price for a website with four sections (then \u20ac90\/year for hosting and domain)<\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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      How much does a website with an advanced content management system cost?<\/h3>\n

      Now we\u2019re entering a territory with a wide range of prices, depending on the project\u2019s complexity. We\u2019ll try to give a rough idea of how much a website like this might cost<\/strong>, but it\u2019s impossible to give a precise figure, as it depends on the number of manageable sections<\/strong> and their specific features.<\/p>\n

      A website with an advanced CMS is one where you need to easily manage most or all of the content<\/strong> via a control panel with username and password.<\/p>\n

      For example, your menu structure might look like:<\/p>\n