If you’re a US small business owner looking to get a website built in 2026, expect to pay anywhere from $0 to $10,000+. That’s a ridiculous range, right? Let me break down what you actually get at each price point.
The Quick Answer
For most US small businesses:
- DIY (Wix, Squarespace): $16-$40/month
- Freelancer: $500-$3,000
- Small Agency: $3,000-$10,000
- Us (Wyrestack): $499-$1,999 fixed price
Option 1: DIY Website Builders ($16-$40/month)
Wix, Squarespace, GoDaddy Website Builder — they all cost about $20-$40/month after the first year.
Pros:
- Cheap upfront
- No coding required
- Quick to launch
Cons:
- Slow load times (bad for Google rankings)
- Generic templates
- Monthly fees forever ($500+/year)
- You don’t own it (can’t export)
Who it’s for: Absolute beginners testing an idea. Not for serious businesses.
Option 2: Freelancers ($500-$3,000)
Hire someone on Upwork or Fiverr. Prices vary wildly based on location and skill.
Pros:
- Can be affordable
- Custom design possible
- One-time payment
Cons:
- Inconsistent quality
- May disappear after payment
- Often slow turnaround (weeks/months)
- No support after launch
Who it’s for: Tight budgets, willing to risk quality for price.
Option 3: Web Design Agencies ($3,000-$10,000+)
Traditional agencies with offices, account managers, and “processes.”
Pros:
- Professional quality
- Full team support
- Established processes
Cons:
- Expensive (you’re paying for overhead)
- Slow (3-6 months typical)
- Endless meetings
- Often use WordPress (slow, bloated)
Who it’s for: Established businesses with big budgets and time to wait.
Option 4: Wyrestack ($499-$1,999)
That’s us. We designed our service specifically for US small businesses who want quality without the agency BS.
What You Get:
- Fixed price: $499 (Starter), $999 (Professional), $1,999 (Custom)
- 7-day delivery (not months)
- Built with Astro (loads under 1.5 seconds)
- No monthly retainers
- You own everything
- Modern, clean design
Who it’s for: US small businesses who value speed, quality, and transparency.
Hidden Costs to Watch For
Regardless of who builds your site, you’ll also pay:
- Domain name: $12-$20/year (GoDaddy, Namecheap)
- Hosting: $10-$30/month (we recommend Netlify or Vercel)
- Email: $6/month per user (Google Workspace)
Bottom Line
In 2026, a professional small business website in the US costs $500-$2,000 if you choose the right partner. Agencies charge more because of overhead. Freelancers are risky. DIY builders lock you into monthly fees.
We built Wyrestack to be the sweet spot: agency quality at freelancer prices, delivered in days, not months.
Built for growth.
Get a professional website delivered in 7 days. No monthly fees, just premium design.