How Much Does Website Design Cost in Kenya in 2025?

My name is Elvis, and I’ve been building websites professionally in Kenya for the last five years. I’ve worked with startups, personal brands, NGOs, ecommerce businesses, and consultants — and if there’s one question I get every week, it’s this:

“Elvis, how much does it cost to design a website in Kenya?”

Well, let’s answer that.

The truth is that the cost of web design in Kenya varies widely — from KES 15,000 to over KES 3 million — depending on what you want your website to do.

Let me walk you through what actually affects the price.

1. – Type of Website You Need

Here’s a simple breakdown of the different categories of websites and their estimated costs:

Personal or Portfolio Site
Estimated Cost: KES 15,000 – 40,000
Ideal for CVs, freelancers, and professionals.
Standard Business Website
Estimated Cost: KES 30,000 – 80,000
4–7 pages, contact form, services, blog, Google Maps, WhatsApp button.
Ecommerce Website
Estimated Cost: KES 60,000 – 300,000
Includes product listings, checkout, M-Pesa integration, order management.
Web App or Custom System (e.g. LMS, HR portal, dashboard)
Estimated Cost: KES 300,000 – 3,000,000+
Requires advanced backend systems, APIs, user accounts, and databases.

2. – Functionality and Features

The more you want your website to do, the more it will cost. Features that affect pricing include:

M-Pesa or PayPal payment integration
Booking or appointment systems
Landing pages for ads or events
Blog setup with SEO
Custom design vs templates
WhatsApp chat buttons, popups, sliders
Member login systems or user dashboards

🔗 Learn more: Landing Page Design Services in Kenya
🔗 Explore: How to Integrate M-Pesa into Your Website in Kenya

3. – Content and Branding Support

Do you already have:

Logo and brand colors?
Website copy?
High-quality photos?

If not, you may need:

Copywriting
Brand design (logo, colors, icons)
Stock photos or AI-generated visuals
Custom graphics or animations

All these affect the final quote.

4. – SEO and Blog Setup

If you want your website to rank on Google, you’ll need:

Keyword research
SEO-friendly page titles and meta descriptions
Blog integration
Google Search Console + Analytics setup

This is often billed separately from just “design.”

🔗 Read: What Is SEO and Its Importance for Websites in Kenya
🔗 Learn: How Blogging Can Boost Website Traffic in Kenya

5. – Ongoing Support and Maintenance

A great website needs ongoing:

Backups
Plugin and theme updates
Bug fixes
Security monitoring
Occasional tweaks

Some clients prefer to pay a one-time fee, while others sign up for a monthly maintenance plan.

🔗 Explore: Website Maintenance Services in Kenya – What’s Included
🔗 Also Read: Why Your Website Needs Ongoing Maintenance

6. – Who You Hire

Freelancer vs agency? Nairobi vs remote?

Some developers charge low because they use copied templates. Others charge more because they:

Understand SEO
Customize design and layout
Provide a full strategy, not just code
Offer support after launch

✅ At Tera Creations, we offer:

Strategic consultations
Mobile-first, fast-loading websites
SEO and blog integration
M-Pesa, Paystack & WhatsApp setup
Clean, modern design

🔗 Learn about Tera Creations – Kenya’s Leading AI-Powered Web Agency
🔗 View: Our Web Design Portfolio

Final Thoughts

If you’re asking “how much does website design cost in Kenya?” — the better question might be:
“What does your website need to do for your business?”

Because the cost depends on value.

Some websites are worth KES 15,000. Others are worth KES 500,000. It all comes down to purpose, quality, and strategy.

👇 Ready to Start?

If you’re looking for a website that not only looks good — but drives traffic, collects leads, and grows your brand:

📞 Call or WhatsApp Elvis – 0706385784
Let’s build something that works for your business in 2025 and beyond.