What are the costs of building a Web site? We get this question regularly at OnlineLabs. Googling often yields a jumble of answers, with prices ranging from €699 to €50,000. That’s a huge difference!
How does the price of a website come about? Here we have worked out three pricing examples.
Each website has a unique price
Every website has a unique price. The process of creating a Web site is a creative one that closely involves both the client and the Web builder. No two projects are the same, which leads to variation in the time and cost required. Many companies offer set packages to give clients clarity, but a Web site remains customized.
What does a website builder cost per hour?
Here are guidelines for hourly rates:
- Student/hobbyist: €25-€50 per hour
- Beginning professional: €50-€80 per hour
- Experienced professional: €80-€120 per hour
- Specialist with niche knowledge: €120-€220 per hour
The cost depends on speed, experience, technical knowledge and other factors such as SEO and conversion optimization.
What should I pay attention to when I have a website built?
Make a priority list to get your desires clear:
The price examples
Example 1: Basic website with SEO
| Work | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 16 hours | €1.920 |
| Technical SEO | 8 hours | €960 |
| SEO-optimized content (8 pages)* | 10 hours | €1.200 |
| Total | 34 hours | €4.080 |
Example 2: Advanced website with more features
| Work | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 32 hours | €3.840 |
| Technical SEO | 16 hours | €1.920 |
| SEO-optimized content (32 pages)* | 40 hours | €4.800 |
| Total | 88 hours | €10.560 |
Example 3: Complex website with customization
| Work | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Design | 64 hours | €7.680 |
| Custom functionalities | 40 hours | €4.800 |
| Technical SEO | 16 hours | €1.920 |
| SEO-optimized content (64 pages)* | 80 hours | €9.600 |
| Total | 200 hours | €24.000 |
*Time estimates are based on a keyword focus and SEO optimization. Content without a keyword focus requires less time.
Hosting and maintenance
In addition to building your website, we offer hosting and maintenance for optimal performance:
- Hosting: €450 per year (Google data center, daily backups).
- Maintenance: €120 per update (including security and performance).
Conclusion
The cost of a website depends on your requirements. At OnlineLabs we work with an hourly rate of €120 ex. VAT and we combine expertise with customization. Contact us to discuss your project!
