WordPress Website Cost in 2026: Prices Explained

WordPress Websites in 2026: Development Prices and Costs

At ORIGO Dizajn, a simple WordPress website starts at €250 including VAT. The final price depends on the number of pages, design, content and required features. Below, we compare the scope of different services and the costs to consider when planning a project.

We explain what affects the cost of a WordPress website, what goes into a quality project and how to avoid unexpected expenses.

Essential costs to budget for

Before deciding on additional features, account for the basics: a domain name, hosting, theme and plugins. WordPress itself is free to use, but other components of a professional website often involve additional fees.

Domain name

Domain registration is a separate annual expense. The amount depends on the extension, registrar and any additional services.

Hosting

Basic shared hosting may cost approximately €30–€120 per year. Projects with more demanding requirements, higher traffic or stronger performance needs may require more expensive hosting.

Themes and plugins

Free themes and plugins are available, but a professional WordPress website may require a premium theme and paid extensions. A premium theme may cost approximately €50–€100 per year, while plugin costs depend on the features needed.

These items form the technical foundation. The project’s scope, design and functionality usually have the greatest effect on the final development price.

WordPress website price ranges by project type

The cost of WordPress development varies considerably between a simple business website and an advanced online platform.

Simple brochure website

A basic site introducing a company or small business typically includes a limited number of pages, an existing template and standard features.

For a small project, ORIGO Dizajn offers simple website development from €250 including VAT. Domain registration, hosting and maintenance depend on the chosen solution and quotation.

Medium-sized business website

For different project scopes, ORIGO Dizajn offers a Business web package at €400–€700 plus VAT and an Essential web package at €700–€1,200 plus VAT. The final price depends on the agreed content, design and functionality.

The exact WordPress website cost reflects the amount of content, the level of customisation and the project’s technical requirements.

Complex website or online store

Projects involving custom design, advanced modules, user accounts, bookings, e-commerce or integrations with external platforms require a larger investment.

Complex WordPress website development is priced individually. ORIGO Dizajn’s online-store packages start at €1,200 plus VAT, while additional integrations and features are quoted separately.

See the Bike Shop demo for an online-store example.

What has the biggest impact on WordPress website pricing?

Number of pages and amount of content

More pages require additional time for design, entering and organising content, navigation and testing.

Design approach

A ready-made template is generally more affordable. A completely bespoke design takes more time but can align more closely with your brand identity.

Features

Contact forms, calculators, live chat, user accounts, multiple languages, booking systems and online-store functionality all increase the project scope and cost.

Optimisation and performance

Fast loading, mobile compatibility, SEO and security depend on suitable hosting, appropriate software and skilled implementation.

Maintenance and support

After launch, WordPress, themes and plugins need regular updates, backups, security checks and performance monitoring.

Hosting and local requirements

Costs can also depend on the hosting type, server location, number of language versions, and the legal or technical requirements of the intended market.

How to set a budget and avoid hidden costs

Before work begins, define the minimum scope and separate essential features from those that can be added later.

Request estimates from several agencies or freelancers and check exactly what each price includes:

  • design and development;
  • content entry;
  • SEO optimisation;
  • mobile responsiveness;
  • testing;
  • hosting and an SSL certificate;
  • premium themes and plugins;
  • maintenance and technical support.

Reserve part of the budget for maintenance after launch. Security updates, backups and performance optimisation are ongoing responsibilities.

If speed, user experience and SEO matter to your business, plan a budget beyond the lowest price tier. A low price does not automatically mean poor work, but it often reflects a narrower service scope and less room for customisation.

Considerations for the Croatian market

Projects targeting Croatia must account for local labour rates, taxes, language requirements and specific business needs.

ORIGO Dizajn’s €250 starting price, including VAT, applies to a limited-scope simple website. For additional pages, more demanding design or extra functions, review the current web packages or request a quotation.

A small brochure site may be affordable when its scope and page count are clearly defined. E-commerce, booking systems, memberships and other advanced features usually require a larger budget and a tailored offer.

Conclusion

In 2026, the cost of building a WordPress website depends on scope, design and functionality. Simple ORIGO Dizajn websites start at €250 including VAT, while more complex projects require individual estimates.

For comparison, the Business package is listed at €400–€700 plus VAT, the Essential package at €700–€1,200 plus VAT and online-store development from €1,200 plus VAT. These packages cover different levels of service; the final amount is confirmed in a quotation.

Most importantly, establish what is included before you begin and choose a solution that is fast, secure, user-friendly and ready for future upgrades.

You can explore another example in the Bike Shop demo.

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