📊Introduction: Why Website Costs Matter in 2025
In Nigeria’s booming digital economy, 70% of existing business dont have a website and 60% of small businesses with websites overpay for websites or worse, get scammed with cheap, broken designs. As a global web agency, we’ve built 250+ websites for Nigerian businesses. In this 2025 guide, you’ll learn:
- Real price ranges for blogs, business sites, and e-commerce stores
- Hidden costs (domains, hosting, maintenance) most agencies won’t tell you
- Case Study: How a Lagos salon increased bookings by 200% with a ₦350K website
This year’s AI-powered web tools and voice search optimization are reshaping web development costs. Tools like ChatGPT plugins automate website copy, FAQs and product descriptions, but require expert setup to avoid Google penalties hence the need to work with a pro. Regardless you can DIY your business website take note though, a poorly built website costs more than you save. Many Nigerian businesses fall for “₦50K website deals” only to discover:
- Zero mobile optimization
- No SEO foundation, making Google rankings impossible
- Hidden fees for simple edits (₦10K per page charge at some agencies)
At NaijaWebDev, we’ve migrated +37 clients from scammy developers in Q1 2025 alone with average recovery cost of +₦400K. For example, a Surulere-based pharmacy lost 3 months of sales when their cheap site crashed during peak traffic. Investing in a properly structured website with SSL security, Nigerian payment gateways, and 99.9% uptime hosting pays for itself within 6–12 months through increased credibility and 24/7 lead generation.
Website Type
| Type | Price Range (2025) | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Blog/Brochure | ₦400K – ₦650K | Small businesses |
| Corporate Website | ₦900K – ₦5M | SMEs, NGOs |
| E-commerce Store | ₦900K – ₦7.5M | Online sellers |
| Custom Web App | ₦2M+ | Fintech, SaaS |
Hidden Costs
- Domain Name: ₦7,500 – ₦55,000/year
- Hosting: ₦200K – ₦1.5M/year
- Integrations: ₦300k – ₦1M/year
- SEO Setup: ₦150K – ₦500K (critical for Google rankings)
Est Cost in Naira DIY: from $200 or ₦400k
Est Cost in ₦/$ NWD Basic Plan: $600/₦900k
Est Cost in ₦/$ NWD Business Plan: $2.2k/₦3.6M
Est Cost in ₦/$ NWD Custom Plan: $12K/₦19M
CASE STUDY: How a Lagos Salon Got 200% More Bookings
Client: “GlamourCuts Salon” (Ajah Lekki, Lagos)
Challenge:
- No online presence; relied on walk-ins & WhatsApp.
- Competitors ranked #1 on Google for “salon in Lekki.”
Our Solution:
- Mobile-Friendly Design: Showcased hairstyle gallery & instant booking.
- SEO Optimization: Ranked #1 for “best salon in Ajah Lekki” in 3 months.
- Payment Integration: Added Paystack gateway for payments.
Results:
📞 200% increase in booking inquiries
💰 30% of clients now prepay online
📈 #1 Google ranking for 5 local keywords
2025 Web Design & Development Price Breakdown
1. Basic Website (₦400K – ₦600K)
- Includes: 1 page, contact form, mobile-friendly
- Example: “Nigerian restaurant menu site”
2. Business Website (₦600K – ₦5M)
- Includes: Unlimited Pages, SEO, blog, social media integration
- Example: “Law firm with appointment booking”
3. E-commerce Store (₦600K – ₦15M)
- Includes: Unlimited products, Paystack/Flutterwave, order tracking
- Example: “Fashion boutique with Email &WhatsApp order alerts”
Save Money Building your Website in 2025
- Start with an MVP (e.g., 5-page site first, add features later).
- Use Templates: Premium WordPress themes save over 100K vs. custom design.
- Bundle Services: Hosting + domain + SEO = 25% discount with NaijaWebDev.
FAQs About Building a Website
Q: Can i DIY Build a WordPress by myself?
A: Yes! You can build a website yourself, you will need about 200$ to start and some knowledge on how to setup a WordPress website
Q: Is WordPress cheaper than custom coding?
A: Yes! WordPress sites cost less than a custom build. Estimates is from ₦400K vs. ₦7M+ for custom code.
Q: How much is website maintenance monthly?
A: Get in touch for inquiries, updates, support, and security.
Q: Can I pay in installments?
A: Yes! We offer 3–6 month payment plans at 0% interest.
Want a FREE cost estimate?
👉 Call NaijaWebDev: +2348112501111
