At DigitalA11Y, the cost of each web accessibility audit ranges from $1,500 to $5,000 USD. Several factors influence the pricing, and we take a deep dive into these factors to provide a clear understanding of accessibility audit costs.

How Much Does an ADA Website Compliance Audit Cost?

Defining the Scope
Accessibility Status
WCAG Standard
Browsers/Screen Readers
VPAT/ACR
Accessibility Consulting
Audit Quality
Manual Audits

Most of our potential customers who fill out lead capture forms ask one common question—either directly in the form or during the discovery call: What is the cost of performing an accessibility audit?

While the question is straightforward, the answer isn’t quite as simple. Many factors determine the cost of a web accessibility audit, including:

Is the audit for a website, web app, or mobile app?
Does the website/web app need to be tested on mobile devices?
Does the mobile app need testing on both iOS and Android platforms?
Is a VPAT/ACR and an accessibility statement included in the package?
Are consulting hours included as part of the package?
What is the current accessibility status of the product?
What compliance level is required (WCAG 2.1, WCAG 2.2, Section 508, etc.)?
Are there specific industry or regulatory requirements to meet?

Defining the Scope

Before diving into the above factors, let’s discuss how we determine the cost of an accessibility audit. During our discovery call, we thoroughly understand the customer’s requirements. Some customers are knowledgeable about accessibility, while others are not. Those unfamiliar with accessibility often approach us with a request to create a VPAT/ACR for their product or service.

During the discovery phase, we work with customers to define the scope of work. This means reviewing website pages or, in the case of mobile apps, capturing screenshots of user journeys to create a scope document. Once we clarify the number of screens/pages involved in the audit, our subject matter experts assess the complexity.

Scope Definition

It is usually easy to define the scope of work for an accessibility audit. We typically recommend testing:

High-traffic pages
Pages frequently visited by users
Business-critical pages
Critical user journeys in web and mobile apps

For websites with hundreds or thousands of pages, performing a manual accessibility audit on every page isn’t feasible. Instead, we focus on critical workflows and user journeys.

Understanding Complexity

Every accessibility audit is different. Some consist of simple text-based pages, while others involve complex workflows in web and mobile applications. We categorize websites into three levels of complexity:

Simple Web Pages

Minimal content and functionality
Basic text, images, links, and buttons
Examples: landing pages, blog posts, news articles

Medium Web Pages

More content and functionality than simple pages
Includes multimedia elements (videos, audio), forms, tables, complex navigation
Examples: product pages, service pages, event pages

Complex Web Pages

Highly interactive with dynamic content
Includes animations, slideshows, real-time data, filtering, and search functionalities
Examples: e-commerce sites, social media platforms, web-based applications

Breaking workflows into simple, medium, and complex categories helps determine effort and estimate timelines accurately.

Accessibility Status

Another factor affecting the audit cost is the current state of accessibility of the product or service.

Some customers have already invested in accessibility and follow best practices, leading to fewer violations.
Others request an audit only because their customers require a VPAT/ACR. Enterprises undergoing an accessibility audit for the first time may have significant accessibility violations.

The current state of accessibility impacts both effort and timelines.

WCAG Standard

At DigitalA11Y, all our audits are conducted by IAAP-certified accessibility specialists. We adhere to the latest WCAG 2.2 Level AA standards. While many global accessibility laws—such as the EAA, ADA Title II, and IS 17802—reference WCAG 2.1 Level AA, we recommend that our clients opt for a WCAG 2.2 Level AA audit. Additionally, we encourage organizations to go beyond WCAG compliance when embedding accessibility into their culture, ensuring a more inclusive and future-proof digital experience.

Browsers and Screen Readers

Some customers want their website or web app tested on multiple browsers and various screen readers like JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver. Others also request testing for responsive design across different breakpoints. These additional testing requirements increase the effort and cost of the audit.

VPAT/ACR

Many customers approach DigitalA11Y for a VPAT/ACR because their business clients require it. However, to create a VPAT/ACR, we must:

Perform a thorough accessibility audit
Remediate violations
Validate fixes
Generate the VPAT/ACR

Some customers understand this process, while others mistakenly believe that an ACR can be generated without an audit.

Accessibility Consulting

At DigitalA11Y, our accessibility audit reports are comprehensive. We also offer complementary accessibility consulting hours as part of our audit package. While most accessibility fixes can be implemented based on our detailed recommendations, some customers prefer direct consulting sessions to:

Review design components
Validate code fixes
Ensure accessibility best practices are followed

The cost of the audit increases when additional consulting hours are required.

Audit Quality

The accessibility market is saturated with agencies providing surface-level accessibility audits, however, at DigitalA11Y, we offer in-depth, expert-driven evaluations that make a real impact. Our audits are conducted by IAAP-certified accessibility specialists, and every audit includes a real end-user tester—especially a screen reader tester—before we deliver the final report.

As a small business, our focus is on customer satisfaction and tailored services, unlike large agencies that mass-produce audits with compromised quality.

Fully Manual Audits

While we use automation tools to assess a product’s current accessibility state, our core methodology relies on manual testing. Our accessibility specialists have in-depth knowledge of WCAG standards and only report genuine violations. Best practices related to accessibility and usability are included only if they impact the end user’s experience.

Attention to Detail

At DigitalA11Y, we take attention to detail seriously. Our accessibility audit reports are not just a list of violations—they offer clear, actionable insights that developers, designers, and decision-makers can use to implement meaningful accessibility improvements. We ensure that:

Each issue is well-documented with screenshots and descriptions.
Code-level recommendations are provided for developers.
We include priority levels to help organizations focus on critical fixes first.
Our reports follow a structured format that aligns with WCAG guidelines.

Beyond just identifying issues, we also highlight accessibility best practices to help our clients build long-term sustainable accessibility into their development processes.

Conclusion

Determining the cost of a web accessibility audit involves several factors, including the scope, complexity, current accessibility status, testing requirements, and additional services like VPAT/ACR creation and consulting hours. A thorough accessibility audit is an investment—not just a compliance requirement, but a way to make digital products more inclusive and user-friendly.

At DigitalA11Y, we focus on high-quality, tailored accessibility services that go beyond surface-level fixes. Our fully manual audits, combined with expert insights and real user testing, ensure that your digital product is truly accessible.

If you’re looking for a detailed, high-quality accessibility audit, reach out to DigitalA11Y today for a consultation!

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Website Accessibility Audit Costs Explained: Factors & Pricing

How Much Does an ADA Website Compliance Audit Cost?