Most US online printers charge $20–$80 for 500 standard business cards, plus shipping added at checkout. At i Can Print That, 16PT business cards cost $39.95 for 100, $44.95 for 250, or $54.99 for 500 — all-in, with shipping included.
What drives the price of business cards
Four factors move business card pricing more than anything else. First, cardstock: 14PT is the budget standard, while 16PT (what we print) feels noticeably more substantial without a premium price. Second, finish: matte and gloss are usually included, while soft-touch, spot UV, and foil can double the cost. Third, quantity: cards are printed on large press sheets, so 500 cards rarely cost much more than 250 — the setup is the expense, not the paper. Fourth, turnaround: standard production is cheapest, and rush options add a flat fee. Two-sided printing is often included at the quoted price.
Typical market pricing vs. all-in pricing
Scan any “cheap business cards” search result and you'll see teaser prices from $10–$20 for 500 cards. The catch shows up at checkout: most online printers add $8–$25 in shipping, upcharge for 16PT stock, and charge extra for full-color backs. A realistic delivered total at most online shops lands between $30 and $80 for 500 quality cards. All-in pricing flips that experience — the price you see is the price you pay, shipping included. Add a free digital proof before anything prints, a free file check, and a reprint guarantee, and the “cheapest” teaser price often ends up the more expensive card.
Real business card prices (all-in)
| Quantity | 16PT Cards (All-In) | Per Card |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | $39.95 | $0.40 |
| 250 | $44.95 | $0.18 |
| 500 | $54.99 | $0.11 |
How to save money on business cards (honestly)
The single biggest saver is quantity math: at $44.95 for 250 versus $39.95 for 100, you pay 16 cents per card instead of 35 — so order for the year, not the month. Second, proof your file carefully; typos are the most common reason cards get reordered, and our free proof exists precisely to catch them. Third, skip rush fees by ordering a week before you need cards. Fourth, keep contact info evergreen — use a cell number and primary email so a 500-card box doesn't become scrap in six months. Finally, compare delivered totals, not list prices: a $19 card with $12 shipping costs more than ours.
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How much do 500 business cards cost?
At i Can Print That, 500 full-color 16PT business cards cost $54.99 with shipping included — about 11 cents per card. Across the broader market, expect $20–$80 depending on cardstock, finish, and shipping, with many low teaser prices climbing once delivery and paper upgrades are added at checkout.
Is 16PT cardstock worth it over 14PT?
Yes, for most businesses. 16PT is roughly 15% thicker than 14PT and feels noticeably more substantial in hand — a real factor when your card is your first impression. Many printers charge a premium for 16PT; we include it as our standard at $39.95 per 100, so there's no upgrade fee to weigh.
How much does rush business card printing cost?
Our rush options are flat fees: $9 for 2-day press turnaround, $19 for next-day production, or $59 for 2-day air shipping. Industry-wide, rush printing commonly adds 25–100% to an order's cost, so flat-rate rush fees are usually the better deal on small orders like cards.
Do business card prices include shipping?
At most online printers, no — shipping typically adds $8–$25 at checkout and is the most common reason a "cheap" card order balloons. At i Can Print That, every price is all-in: $39.95/100, $44.95/250, and $54.99/500 include shipping anywhere in the US.
What's the cheapest way to get good business cards?
Order 250 or 500 at once ($44.95 or $54.99 all-in), stick with the included matte or gloss finish, use standard turnaround, and submit a print-ready file. Our free file check and free proof catch errors before printing, which prevents the real budget-killer: paying twice for the same cards.