How Much Does a Website Cost in Nairobi?

A business website in Nairobi costs between KES 35,000 and KES 150,000, an e-commerce site KES 100,000 to KES 500,000, and a school or institutional website KES 80,000 to KES 300,000. At Hatz Visuals, our starter websites cost KES 35,000 and business websites KES 85,000. Here is a realistic breakdown of what drives those numbers in 2026.

Simple Business Website (5-10 Pages)

A standard business website with an about page, services, contact form, and basic SEO costs between KES 50,000 and KES 150,000. This covers custom design, mobile responsiveness, and basic hosting setup.

Most small businesses in Westlands, Kilimani, and CBD fall into this range. If you are using WordPress, expect the lower end. Custom-coded sites cost more but load faster and offer better long-term flexibility.

E-Commerce Website

An e-commerce website with product catalog, M-Pesa integration, and order management typically costs KES 100,000 to KES 500,000. The range depends on the number of products, payment methods, and custom features needed.

School or Institution Website

School websites with admissions portals, event calendars, and staff directories range from KES 80,000 to KES 300,000 depending on the features required.

What Affects the Price?

• •Number of pages and complexity of design
• •Custom features (booking systems, payment integration, portals)
• •Content creation (copywriting, photography)
• •SEO setup and optimization
• •Ongoing maintenance and hosting

Ongoing Costs

Beyond the initial build, budget for domain renewal (KES 1,500-3,000/year), hosting (KES 5,000-20,000/year), and maintenance (KES 5,000-15,000/month). SSL certificates are typically included with hosting.

Common Mistakes When Budgeting for a Website

The most expensive mistake is buying twice: a KES 8,000 template site that has to be rebuilt within a year costs more than doing it properly once. The second is forgetting content — a site quoted without copywriting or photography often stalls for months waiting for text and images. The third is ignoring timeline: if you need the site for a launch date, say so early, because rushed builds cost more. Our guide on how long a website takes to build in Nairobi covers realistic schedules.

If you're starting a brand from zero, remember the website is only one cost — a professional logo and identity usually come first. See our companion guide on how much logo design costs in Nairobi.

How to Get an Accurate Quote

The best way to get an accurate price is to talk to us about your specific needs. We provide detailed quotes with no hidden costs — see our website development packages for the standard options, then get in touch or WhatsApp us for a free consultation.