The cost of a website varies, depending upon the type of site you require. A basic site will cost approx. $500, a simple E-Commerce site $1,500, a complex E-Commerce site/Database Driven site will depend on the complexities and functionalities being added to it. Obviously each site has to be treated on it\'s individual requirements, but these figures should give you an idea of a ballpark figure. Remember you are paying not only for a website but for an essential tool which will gradually help you reach more and better clients potential customers and gain business.