How Much Does a Squarespace Website Cost in 2026? A Complete Guide for Small Business Owners
If you're a small business owner thinking about launching (or leveling up) your website in 2026, one of the most common questions I see is:
“How much does a Squarespace website actually cost?”
Great news — you’re in the right place.
Squarespace continues to be one of the most popular website platforms for service providers, creatives, and lifestyle brands because it blends beautiful design with a simple, user-friendly interface. But the true cost depends on your goals, your features, the use of CSS code, and whether you DIY or hire a designer.
This guide breaks everything down clearly so you can understand exactly what to budget — with no surprises.
What You’re Actually Paying For (The 3 Cost Categories)
When it comes to building a Squarespace site, there are three main cost areas:
1. Squarespace Subscription Plan
This is your monthly or yearly hosting fee depending on which plan you choose.
Squarespace offers four main plans. Here’s what each is best for:
Personal Plan – Best for simple one-page or portfolio sites
Basic website
No advanced analytics or custom code
Cost: ~$16–$20/month👉 I rarely recommend this for clients as the way designers make your site unique is through custom code.
Business Plan – Great for service providers
Full design control
Custom code
Appointment/booking integration
E-commerce (lite)
Cost: ~$25–$33/month
👉 Most popular plan for service businesses.
Commerce Basic & Advance
Cost: ~$36–$60/month
2. Optional Add-Ons
Most businesses purchase a custom domain ($22-40/yr) and professional email address through Google Search Console (seamless integration within Squarespace. Other add-ons which can range between $0-$60/month:
Scheduling
Custom fonts
Premium stock photos
Template purchases
Email automations or marketing tools
3. Building Your Website
This is where costs vary the most — especially depending on whether you DIY or hire a designer like Muskoka Studio Designs.
DIY vs Hiring a Designer?
DIY Website Costs
You’ll pay:
Your Squarespace plan
A domain
And your time (which is worth a lot)
DIY can be great for hobby sites, but business owners often find:
The site takes much longer than expected
They struggle with layout + conversion strategy
They don't know how to optimize for SEO
It doesn’t look aligned with their brand
Hiring a Designer (Like Muskoka Studio Designs)
When you work with a professional, you’re paying for:
Strategic layout decisions
Brand-aligned design
Mobile optimization
SEO setup
Copy guidance
Integrations (booking, email, social, etc.)
A stress-free, guided process
A website that converts
A designer handles ALL the behind-the-scenes details your clients don’t see — but absolutely feel.
Most custom website designs in Canada will range from $1,200 up to $15,000, heavily dependent on the number of pages, strategy depth, custom design elements, booking systems or e-commerce, along with rebranding if required.
🌿 How Muskoka Studio Designs Can Help You?
At Muskoka Studio Designs, we create:
Strategic Squarespace websites
Social media + website integration
Conversion-focused layouts
Clean, modern designs
SEO setup
Launch support
Template customization
We design for service-based brands who want a website that not only looks beautiful — but helps them grow.
If you want clarity on what your project would cost, you can book a free consultation and we’ll walk through your goals together.
Building a website is one of the most important investments you’ll make in your business. Whether you DIY or hire a designer, understanding the true cost helps you plan with confidence.
Squarespace remains one of the most cost-effective, flexible, and visually stunning platforms for small businesses — especially when built strategically from the start.
