How Much Does a Website Cost in 2027?
A professional business website typically costs between about $500 and $3,000 to build, depending on the number of pages, design complexity, content management and integrations. Ecommerce stores and custom web applications cost more. At Eleova, landing pages start at $499, business websites at $1,200, ecommerce stores at $2,500 and web applications at $6,000, with care plans from $79 a month. On top of the build, budget for a domain, hosting and ongoing maintenance.
Eleova's website prices (USD)
| Website type | What you get | From |
|---|---|---|
| Landing page | One focused page for a campaign, product or launch, with a form and analytics | $499 |
| Business website | Up to 8 pages, mobile-first design, CMS you can edit, technical SEO and schema, contact forms, analytics | $1,200 |
| Ecommerce store | Product catalogue, cart and checkout, payment integration (Paystack, Flutterwave, Stripe), order emails | $2,500 |
| Web application / portal | Logins, dashboards, bookings, integrations with your systems | $6,000 |
| Website care plan | Updates, backups, security monitoring, uptime checks, small edits | $79 / month |
All prices are starting prices in US dollars. You get a fixed quote after a free 30-minute call.
What the wider Nigerian market charges
Published 2026 price guides from Nigerian agencies and developers report these broad ranges (Naija Tech Guide, Inventrium, Sites by Amaka):
| Type | Reported range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Simple one-page site | ~₦30,000 – ₦250,000 |
| Small business / multi-page site | ~₦150,000 – ₦700,000 |
| Ecommerce store | ~₦400,000 – ₦3,000,000+ |
| Custom web app or portal | ~₦1,500,000 – ₦20,000,000+ |
The low end usually means a template, little custom design, and no SEO, security or support. Compare quotes on what's included, not just the price.
What drives the price
- Number of pages and templates. Each unique layout takes design and build time.
- Custom design vs template. Custom design costs more and stands out more.
- Functionality. Bookings, memberships, payments, calculators and integrations add work.
- Content. Copywriting, photography and video, if the agency provides them.
- SEO and performance. Technical SEO, structured data and speed optimisation.
- Security. Hardening, SSL, backups and monitoring.
- Content management. A CMS that your team can update safely.
Costs people forget
| Item | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Domain name | ~$10–$30 a year (.com); .ng and .com.ng vary |
| Hosting | From a few dollars a month for small sites; more for ecommerce and apps |
| Maintenance and updates | Eleova care plans from $79 a month |
| Paid plugins, themes or software | Varies |
| Content updates and new pages | Per request or under a plan |
Red flags in a website quote
- No mention of who owns the domain, hosting account and code
- No mobile optimisation or speed targets
- "SEO included" with no detail
- No backups or security updates after launch
- A price that seems too good, with no written scope
Frequently asked questions
How much does a small business website cost?
A professional small business website typically costs from about $500 to $3,000, depending on pages, design and features. Eleova's business websites start at $1,200 and include a CMS, technical SEO and analytics.
Why are some websites so cheap?
Very cheap websites usually rely on unedited templates, skip SEO and security, and offer no support after launch. They can cost more over time through lost enquiries, rebuilds and security problems.
How long does it take to build a website?
A landing page can take one to two weeks. A business website typically takes six to ten weeks. Ecommerce and web applications take longer and are often delivered in stages.
Do I need to pay monthly for a website?
You'll pay for hosting and the domain whatever happens. A maintenance or care plan is optional but recommended, because it keeps the site secure, backed up and up to date.
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