How Much Is a Squarespace Website in 2026? (Complete Pricing Breakdown)

Written By Hello Golden

If you’re planning to build a Squarespace website in 2026, the natural first question is this:

“How much does a Squarespace website actually cost?”

The answer depends on whether you’re doing it yourself or working with a professional designer. This guide breaks down every cost involved, including Squarespace’s updated 2026 subscription pricing, common add-ons, and what typically influences the final investment.

By the end, you’ll have a clear, realistic picture of what to budget for your Squarespace website this year.

Squarespace Subscription Pricing (2026)

Squarespace updated its plan names and pricing in late 2025. If you’re paying annually, your options are:

  • Basic — $16/month

  • Core — $23/month

  • Plus — $39/month

  • Advanced — $99/month

What these plans do include:

  • Hosting

  • Security

  • Templates

  • Built-in design tools

  • Blogging

  • Basic SEO tools

  • E-commerce (on Plus and Advanced)

  • Scheduling (on some levels)

What these plans don’t include:

  • Custom UX strategy

  • Professional design

  • Content writing

  • Custom layouts

  • Brand-specific visuals

  • Advanced SEO setup

  • Integrations beyond Squarespace’s default options

  • Migration help

  • Custom code

  • Page-level optimization

The subscription is only one part of the cost — the design and development work is where the real variation comes in.

Other Common Squarespace Costs

These expenses vary by business, but they are typical for most Squarespace users.

1. Domain

  • $20–$30/year
    (or included for the first year with certain plans)

2. Email

  • Google Workspace: ~$6–$12/month per user

3. Extensions & Add-Ons

Depending on your needs:

  • Scheduling: $15–$49/month

  • Advanced commerce tools

  • Shipping integrations

  • Print-on-demand apps

  • Payment processing fees (varies by plan)

4. Premium Fonts & Assets

  • $0–$200 depending on licensing

5. Plugins or Code Blocks

Most Squarespace sites don’t need heavy custom code, but optional enhancements can cost:

  • $20–$300 for plugins

  • $50–$500 for custom code work

How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Squarespace Designer?

Here’s the part that varies most.

Entry-Level Designers

$1,000–$3,000

  • Basic template customization

  • Limited revisions

  • No strategy or UX planning

  • Good for simple personal sites

Mid-Range Designers

$4,000–$8,000

  • Semi-custom layouts

  • Cleaner visual refinement

  • Light SEO help

  • Ideal for small service-based brands

High-End / Professional Designers

$10,000–$20,000+

  • UX strategy

  • Custom layouts & design systems

  • Wireframing

  • Content structure guidance

  • Accessibility planning

  • Strong SEO foundations

  • E-commerce, scheduling, more complex systems

Where Golden Launch Creative Falls

  • Semi-Custom / Template Redesign: starting at $9,500

  • Custom Squarespace Website: starting at $12,000

  • Signature Package: $15,000

What Actually Drives the Cost of a Squarespace Website?

1. Page Count

A four-page site costs less than a ten-page site.

2. Content Readiness

If you’re providing full, polished copy, cost stays lower.
If you need help writing or organizing content, cost increases.

3. Brand Clarity

Clear fonts, colors, and messaging reduce design time.
A full brand refresh raises the investment.

4. Features Needed

More functionality = more work:

  • Scheduling

  • E-commerce

  • Memberships

  • Portfolios

  • Multi-step forms

  • Digital products

  • Event listings

  • Blog migration

5. Integrations

Anything beyond basic contact forms — like automations, payment tools, or CRM links — increases complexity.

6. Design Level

Basic template tweaks cost the least.
Full custom sections and unique layouts cost the most.

Realistic Squarespace Budget Examples

Here are simple scenarios to help you map your needs to a typical range.

Example A: Basic Service-Based Business (4–6 pages)

Includes:

  • Home

  • About

  • Services

  • Contact

  • Blog (optional)

DIY: $16–$39/month + your time
Designer: $4,000–$12,000+
Additional tools: $20–$50/month

Example B: Personal Brand or Author Website (6–8 pages)

Includes:

  • Portfolio/work

  • Speaking

  • Press

  • Events

  • Opt-ins

DIY: $16–$39/month + time
Designer: $6,000–$15,000+
Additional tools: $20–$70/month

Example C: Simple Online Store (Squarespace Commerce)

Includes:

  • Product pages

  • Cart

  • Checkout

  • Shipping

  • Automations

  • Inventory

  • Taxes

  • Payment processing fees

DIY: $39–$99/month
Designer: $8,000–$20,000+
Additional tools: $50–$150/month

DIY vs Semi-Custom vs Custom: Which Is Right for You?

DIY

  • Best for early-stage founders

  • Lowest cost

  • Highest time investment

  • Limited long-term scalability

Semi-Custom

  • Uses a base template

  • Higher polish

  • Faster timeline

  • Costs less than full custom

  • Good for founders with clear messaging

Custom

  • Tailored UX

  • Strategic user flows

  • Custom sections & layouts

  • Highest performance

  • Best for scaling businesses

Final Thoughts

Squarespace remains one of the most cost-effective and flexible platforms available in 2026. The subscription itself is affordable — but the level of design, content, and strategy you need will determine the real investment.

If you want clarity before you invest, you can book a Homepage Audit, where I’ll evaluate your current site, identify gaps, and give you a clear recommendation based on your goals and budget.

Hello Golden

Golden Launch Creative is a UX design studio blending user-centered strategy, storytelling, and technology to craft custom digital experiences that connect design with purpose. We help mission-driven entrepreneurs, creatives, and growing brands transform ideas into platforms that engage, inspire, and scale.

https://www.goldenlaunchcreative.com/
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