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Reviewed by Deepak Chauhan, Founder & CEOLast updated
Reviewed by Deepak Chauhan, Founder & CEOLast updated
This handy tool allows you to input a few details about your WordPress application and it will provide you with an estimate of how much it will cost to design and develop your website on the most popular website builder.
The estimator asks 12 questions that matter for a WordPress build: design style, content management capabilities, eCommerce and payments, online courses, lead capture, help and support, calendar features, directory listings, membership, multiple languages, marketing and performance, and security. Each option carries a predefined cost, and your estimate is the sum of the options you choose.
Step 1 : In the first steps you'll be asked a few questions about your WordPress project that matter for WordPress website design and development. You have to select or mark options that you think to have for your website. Every feature that you select for your project can make a difference in the estimated cost. Some features may be more expensive to develop than others, so it's important to choose the features that you really want to include in your WordPress application.
Step 2 : Fill in your contact information by using the popup form on the screen. Make sure you're filling in the correct information, especially your email address because we will send your WordPress website price estimation report to that email address.
Step 3 : Your estimation report is prepared and sent to your email. You only need to check your email to find the WordPress Cost report.
To give you an idea of what our WordPress website cost estimate report includes, it would be helpful to introduce the overview. This expense report covers all aspects of a typical WordPress website development project, which means everything from design and coding to deployment and management.
Our cost report for a WordPress web application development project gives you the estimated cost overview and also a breakdown of all essential features and functionality with cost. So what does it include?
The price range for your WordPress project over the course of development.
Detailed justifications of how each feature's price was determined
Report on the WordPress website specs that you can use to seek quotes from development firms
Do you have any questions about your WordPress website cost estimation report or looking to start developing a WordPress business website? Schedule a call with one of our WordPress experts today. As a leading WordPress website design and development agency , We understand how important it is to find a reliable and trustworthy partner in order to help you design and develop your online presence. During the free consultation we'll provide advice on the overall strategy of how to build your WordPress applications that provide amazing web experiences for your customers.
We can assist you in creating a plan and ensuring that the aims of your project are in line with the general goals of our business. So don't put it off any longer and call us right away!
1. Domain name
Your domain name is the main address of your website, such as vocso.com.
A domain name can be purchased from registrars such as GoDaddy and Bluehost, usually as a yearly renewal.
A domain name can cost as little as 99 cents or as much as hundreds of dollars. You'll be relieved to find that domain names normally cost between $2 and $20 a year, according to GoDaddy.
2. Web hosting
For a website to be successful, picking the right hosting company is essential because it can impact the site's overall health, speed, and security. In addition to your domain name, you'll require web hosting. There are two types of web hosting: shared and dedicated.
When you use shared web hosting, your company shares a server with other companies. This approach is less expensive because the server is used by other groups, however the server might not function as well.
When you use a dedicated server for your business, you have your own server. Although a dedicated server is more expensive, you won't have to share it with other companies.
Depending on the kind of web hosting you select and the location where your website is hosted, the cost will change.
3. Plugins
Small pieces of code known as WordPress plugins can be placed on your website. While some plugins (sometimes referred to as extensions) are free, premium options range in price from $47 to $200. Charges could be one-time only or recurring. You can search tens of thousands of them on WordPress.org.
Your website will be able to compete with even the most seasoned WordPress users after all of these plugins are enabled. On the other hand, you only need to install the plugins necessary for your company. A website will load faster in general with fewer plugins.
Eliminate the unnecessary extensions and only use those that are essential. A developer can also replace several heavy plugins with a small amount of custom code.
4. Themes
You may better organize your content and present it visually by using a theme. Take your time to select the best option for your company and goals because your branding should help you choose the right theme for your website.
Although there are many free WordPress themes available, if none of them meet your demands, you can pay for themes that have been expertly developed.
Depending on the extent of customization, the price of a purchased theme can range from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Based on the themes we choose, you should prepare to invest between $50 and $200 upfront or annually.
5. Security
An SSL certificate, a fundamental security measure for websites, is required. It helps keep users' internet connections secure. Many security options need a monthly subscription, even if you can occasionally pay a one-time fee for security.
One of the most important components of any website is security. You want visitors to feel safe as they browse or make purchases on your website. You must add security to your website if you want visitors to stay there.
Simple security measures will run you about $50 a year, however more sophisticated protection options might cost you hundreds.
6. Building a WordPress eCommerce website
WordPress is the platform that millions of eCommerce websites use worldwide.
A WordPress eCommerce website can cost substantially more to create, but we'll show you how to do it without going overboard or running the risk of losing money.
Your eCommerce site will also require an SSL certificate, which runs about $69.99 per year, in addition to hosting and a name. To securely transport client data such credit card numbers, usernames, passwords, etc., SSL is necessary.
A WordPress eCommerce website can be built for a total cost of $1,000 to $15,000. Depending on how many paid add-ons and services you include on your site, it might be higher.
7. Building a custom WordPress website
When you employ a WordPress developer to design and develop a site specifically for you, it is known as a custom WordPress site.
Large to medium-sized companies that are well-established typically take this path.
You may also use a managed WordPress hosting company to handle a bespoke WordPress site. With controlled updates, premium support, stringent security, and developer-friendly tools, this hosting environment is focused on WordPress.
You will also be required to pay the web developer who is creating your website in addition to your hosting and domain name. You might want to request quotations from various theme developers, web designers, and companies depending on your needs.
The price of a bespoke website is determined by your needs, your spending limit, and the rates charged by the agency or developer you choose. For fixed prices, compare our WordPress website design packages (from $399) and our website design and development packages (from $990).
VOCSO has designed and built WordPress websites since 2009, with 600+ projects delivered by a 25+ person in-house team in India and delivery processes certified to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO/IEC 27001. Examples include the Okinawa Scooters electric vehicle website and The Manga Store, a WordPress eCommerce site for an anime apparel brand.
Beyond the build, we handle WordPress speed optimisation, custom WordPress plugin development and ongoing website maintenance. If your WordPress site is turning into an application, with portals, dashboards or complex user roles, the web application cost calculator will give you a better estimate; for online stores, try the eCommerce website cost calculator, and for any other site the general website cost calculator. Contact us to talk through your estimate.
WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems in the world, used by millions of website owners. Whether you're starting from scratch or you're looking to update your existing site, our best practices for developing a WordPress website will help you get started on the right foot. We cover everything from choosing a hosting provider to setting up your WordPress environment, and we provide tips and advice on everything from design basics to advanced functionality. See our best practices below:
Prioritize responsive design
Keep up with the trends
Follow modern web design principles
Leverage white space
Focus on typography
Ensure easy accessibility
Follow WordPress coding standards
Carefully select plugins and themes
Follow website security best practices to secure your WordPress website
Prioritize user experience. Follow UX design checklist to avoid usability problems
Opt for child themes and custom plug-ins
Ensure code reliability
Make codes flexible
Ensure code spacing
A WordPress website typically costs $200 to $3,000 on a low budget, $300 to $2,000 for a small business site plus premium plugins, and $1,000 to $15,000 for a WordPress eCommerce store; custom-designed sites with complex features cost more. The final price depends on the number of pages, how custom the design is, the plugins and integrations you need, and who builds it. At VOCSO, WordPress website design packages cost $399 to $1,499. Use the calculator above for an itemised estimate of your own feature list.
The estimator works by adding up predefined costs for the features you select. You answer 12 questions about design style, content management, eCommerce and payments, courses, lead capture, support, calendars, directories, membership, languages, marketing and security. When you finish, you enter your contact details and receive a report by email with an overall price range, a feature-by-feature cost breakdown and a specification you can use to compare quotes from other developers. The estimate is a planning figure; we confirm a fixed price after a short call.
A small business website on WordPress typically costs $300 to $2,000, depending mainly on the premium themes and plugins you buy and how much custom design you need. A 5–10 page site on a well-chosen theme, with a contact form and basic SEO, sits at the lower end. Custom layouts, booking or membership features and multilingual content push it higher. VOCSO's Basic WordPress package costs $399 for up to 6 pages and the Standard package $599 for up to 15 pages; details are on our WordPress website design page.
A WordPress eCommerce website built on WooCommerce typically costs $1,000 to $15,000 in total. The low end covers a theme-based store with a small catalogue and a standard payment gateway; the high end covers custom design, large catalogues, subscriptions, multiple currencies or ERP integration. Paid extensions and services add to the cost, and you also need hosting and an SSL certificate. For a detailed store estimate, use the eCommerce website cost calculator, which covers catalogue, multi-vendor and payment features in more depth.
WordPress maintenance typically costs $25 to $100 an hour from a freelancer, or $100 to $5,000 a month from an agency, depending on the size of the site and how much is included. A good plan covers WordPress core, theme and plugin updates, security monitoring, backups, uptime checks and a set number of content changes. VOCSO's website maintenance packages start at $90 a month. Skipping maintenance is a false economy: outdated plugins are one of the most common ways WordPress sites get hacked.
Budget for five recurring WordPress costs: a domain name (usually $2 to $20 a year), hosting (shared hosting is cheapest; managed or dedicated hosting costs more but performs better), premium theme and plugin licences ($50 to $200 each, often renewed yearly), security and SSL (around $50 a year for basic protection), and maintenance. To keep costs down, start with only the plugins you need and add premium features such as email marketing or live chat once the site is earning. Removing unused plugins also makes the site faster.
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