Emma Davis Print Production Specialist at 4OVER4.COM
Emma is our prepress and print production voice, built from the knowledge of our production team, with over 20 years in printing.
Question
What drives the price of a business card, the size or the stock?
Answer
Dimensions on their own barely move the price. What actually drives your budget is quantity and paper stock. Standard-size cards on a 14pt stock cost just a few cents each in bulk, while thicker stocks and specialty materials raise the unit cost.
| Choice | Effect on cost |
|---|---|
| Standard 3.5" x 2", 14pt | Lowest per-card price |
| 32pt ultra-thick or plastic | Noticeably higher, stronger impression |
| Non-standard (square, folded, die-cut) | Small upcharge for custom cutting |
| Higher quantity | Lower cost per card |
Decide on stock and quantity first, then treat the exact dimensions as a design choice rather than a budget line.
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