Web design pricing is often confusing. Some designers charge hourly, others by the page, and still others charge for a complete package. Rates vary widely leaving you wondering if a higher cost equals higher quality - or you're just getting screwed.

One reason for the vast difference in pricing is overhead. Large design firms charge more because they have to do so to stay ahead. Most won't even consider doing a small site unless they "specialize" in cookie-cutter type sites.

Smaller firms and individual designers like myself have lower overhead and that is reflected in our prices.