How much should I budget for Header Cards?

Header card pricing is driven by four things, and quantity is by far the biggest lever. Because these cards print on sheets that are then cut down, ordering more at once spreads the setup cost across more pieces and drops your per-unit price sharply.

• Quantity - a few hundred cards carry a higher per-piece cost. 1,000 Or more brings it down considerably.
• Size - larger cards use more material per sheet.
• Cardstock - thicker, premium stocks cost more than standard weights.
• Finish - gloss, matte, or specialty coatings add to the base price.

For a small product launch, price an affordable per-piece rate at a few hundred units, then compare it against a 1,000-unit run to see how much the larger quantity saves you.