If you’re wondering how much a 5 page WordPress website costs, you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common project sizes for small businesses, professionals, and organizations looking to establish a strong web presence without going overboard. At Penner Web Design, I specialize in custom WordPress websites built for performance, clarity, and long-term growth. So how much does a 5 page WordPress website cost? The real answer: It depends, of course.
So let’s get into some details—what does a 5 page WordPress site actually cost?
Typical 5 page wordpress website cost
While the cost can vary depending on your goals and complexity, a professionally designed and developed 5-page at a rate of $100/hour, typically costs between $1,500 and $5,500 depending on the complexity, design, and added features. Of course, things can go much, much higher depending.
WordPress website pricing breakdown
Here’s a detailed breakdown of a pretty basic website based on my hourly rate of $100/hour:
| Task | Estimated Hours | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery & Planning | 1–3 hrs | $100–$300 |
| WordPress Install, FTP Setup, File Uploads | 0.5–1 hr | $50–$100 |
| Site Duplication & Backup (if needed) | 1–2 hrs | $100–$200 |
| Environment Setup (plugins & theme) | 1–2 hrs | $100–$200 |
| General Theme Styling & Setup | 2–4 hrs | $200–$400 |
| Header, Footer, Homepage Development | 4–8 hrs | $400–$800 |
| Interior Page Development (x4) | 3–6 hrs | $300–$600 |
| Blog Setup | 1–2 hrs | $100–$200 |
| Adding Content (provided by you) | 2–4 hrs | $200–$400 |
| Testing & QA | 1–2 hrs | $100–$200 |
| Mobile Optimization | 1–2 hrs | $100–$200 |
| Google Analytics Install & Setup | 0.25 | $25 |
Total | 18–39.5 hrs | $1,800–$3,950 |
Keep in mind—this is the core. If you need additional features (e.g. booking, eCommerce, advanced SEO), the total could reach $5,500 or more.
What’s Included in a 5 Page Site?
A typical 5-page site might include:
- Home
- About
- Services or Offerings
- Blog or News
- Contact
These pages are often structured to be clean, intuitive, and mobile-friendly. I use modern design tools, clean code, and WordPress best practices to ensure your site loads fast and is easy to maintain.
Factors That Could Affect the Final Cost
While $1,800–$3,950 is a solid baseline, here are some things that can increase cost:
- Custom functionality (e.g. booking forms, integrations, membership areas)
- eCommerce capabilities (even small shops can add time)
- Adding custom post types, custom fields
- Content writing or content strategy
- Custom animations or interactivity
- High-level branding or logo design
- Stock photography or custom graphics
- Extensive revisions or multiple design rounds
I always discuss these elements during our discovery call to make sure there are no surprises.
Things to Consider Before Starting
- Do you already have your content written?
- Do you need help with branding or just the site build?
- Will you need help maintaining the site after launch?
- Is SEO important for you from day one?
Planning ahead helps avoid unnecessary delays and extra costs. I can help guide you through these questions during our first conversation.
Ready to Build?
If you’re ready to build a fast, responsive, and modern WordPress site—or if you’re still exploring your options—I’d love to talk. Whether it’s a simple 5 page site or something more robust, I’ll help you get clarity on scope, timeline, and investment.
