A professionally built small business website in Dallas–Fort Worth typically costs $3,000 to $7,500 in 2026[[1]](https://www.connectmediaagency.com/dfw-small-business-website-cost/). Our websites start from $3,900. Quotes swing from under $1,000 to $15,000 and up because they describe different builds, so compare what each quote includes before you compare price.
Dallas website price ranges by type of build
| Type of build | Typical Dallas–Fort Worth range | Typical timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Template site, limited customization | $750–$1,500[9] | Varies |
| Brochure site | $1,500–$3,500[1] | Varies |
| Custom small business site, 5–10 pages | $2,500–$5,000[2] | 4–6 weeks[2] |
| Standard business site, including trades such as HVAC | $3,500–$7,500[3] | 4–6 weeks[3] |
| Medium business site, 10–30 pages | $5,000–$15,000[2] | 8–12 weeks[2] |
| E-commerce site | $6,000–$20,000[1] | Varies |
Why do Dallas cost guides disagree?
Published Dallas guides do not agree on one number. One puts most small business sites at $1,500–$3,000[[6]](https://weblyns.com/how-much-does-web-design-cost-in-dallas-tx/), while another puts typical small business spending between $3,000 and $8,000[[2]](https://intrglobal.com/blog/dallas-web-design-costs.html). The gap usually comes down to scope. Writing, complex integrations and continuing maintenance are frequently priced as separate line items[[4]](https://designslegend.com/blog/how-much-does-a-website-cost-in-dallas-tx-in-2026-real-pricing-breakdown), and professional copy in DFW commonly runs $50–$150 per page[[1]](https://www.connectmediaagency.com/dfw-small-business-website-cost/). A low quote that leaves out copy, SEO setup or hosting can end up costing as much as a higher quote that includes them.
What should a small business website quote include?
Ask every designer to confirm these items in writing:
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Number of pages and who writes the copy
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Mobile-responsive design tested on phones and tablets
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Basic on-page SEO: a unique title tag and meta description per page, one clear H1, descriptive image alt text, an XML sitemap and Google Search Console setup
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Contact or quote forms that send leads to the right inbox
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Your business name, address and phone number shown the same way on every page
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Hosting, SSL and who pays for them
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Number of revision rounds
- What support costs after launch
What will you pay after launch?
Connect Media Agency puts ongoing website costs at $600–$3,000 a year: hosting at $10–$100 a month, maintenance at $50–$300 a month and a domain at $10–$25 a year[[1]](https://www.connectmediaagency.com/dfw-small-business-website-cost/). It also reports that Texas taxes website design as a data processing service, applying 8.25% to 80% of the charge in most DFW cities[[1]](https://www.connectmediaagency.com/dfw-small-business-website-cost/). Confirm the current rule with the Texas Comptroller or your accountant before you budget for it. Most DFW builders ask for 50% up front and 50% at launch[[1]](https://www.connectmediaagency.com/dfw-small-business-website-cost/).
Example: on an illustrative $4,000 build, tax on 80% of the charge at 8.25% would be about $264, plus a few hundred dollars a year for hosting and a domain.
