Guide · updated 19 September 2026
How much does a website cost in South Africa?
Short answer: with me, a one-page website starts at R2,500. A full website of up to 5 pages starts at R8,000. Online shops are priced by quote. Most sites go live in about 2 weeks.
Prices at a glance
| What you get | Includes | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-page site | One page with one goal, like a launch or a special offer. | From R2,500 | About 2 weeks |
| Full website | Up to 5 pages, with a contact form or booking. | From R8,000 | About 2 weeks |
| Online shop | Your products, sizes and prices. Customers pay online. | Free written quote | Depends on size |
| Outside South Africa | A full website, priced in US dollars. | From $800 | Agreed together |
Starting prices, in rand unless marked. Your quote confirms the final price.
What changes the price
Number of pages
More pages mean more design, and more words and photos to place.
Selling online
A shop needs product pages, a checkout and a way to get paid.
Your words and photos
Sites move fastest when these are ready. If something is missing, I tell you early.
Extras
3D scenes and a new brand look are priced on a quote.
What you pay after launch
Your domain, hosting and future updates are priced separately. They're listed in your quote, so you know the cost before you start.
Why prices vary so much
Website prices in South Africa vary a lot. A cheap price can mean a template with your logo on it. A higher price should buy a site planned around your customers.
Before you compare quotes, ask:
- How many pages are included?
- Who writes the words and finds the photos?
- How many rounds of changes do I get?
- What do hosting and updates cost after launch?
Questions people ask
Is R2,500 enough for a business website?
For one page with one goal, yes. If you need several pages or bookings, a full website from R8,000 fits better.
Are there monthly costs?
Your domain, hosting and future updates cost extra. They're priced separately and listed in your quote.
Do I pay everything upfront?
Your written quote confirms the final price, what's included and when you pay. You see it before any work starts.
Can I get a website for free?
Some website builders have free plans. They usually show the builder's branding and don't use your own domain.
How long does a website take?
Most of my sites go live in about 2 weeks once I have your words and photos. Bigger sites get their own timeline.
Still deciding?
- Website builder or web designer?
When Wix or Shopify is enough, and when to hire someone.
- Online shops
Stop selling one message at a time.