1,000 business cards is the small-business standard when you network weekly and share staff contacts. Related live anchors at 55printing on July 20, 2026: 100 = $12.16, 500 = $17.45, 5,000 = $72.82 for common both-sides builds. Configure 1,000 exactly on the business cards form.
- 100: test design
- 500-1,000: working inventory
- 5,000: teams and events
Why 1,000 cards is the working standard
A box of 1,000 survives trade shows, hire ramps, and desk drawers without monthly reorders. Per-card cost usually drops versus 100-card tests. Keep one approved PDF so every reorder matches.
| Qty | Print total |
|---|---|
| 100 | $12.16 |
| 500 | $17.45 |
| 5,000 | $72.82 |
Set quantity and stock on the economical cards form.
1,000 business cards FAQ
How much do 1,000 business cards cost?
Exact totals depend on stock, sides, coating, and turnaround on the live form. Related July 20, 2026 anchors put 500 cards at $17.45 and 5,000 at $72.82 for common both-sides builds. Select 1,000 on the calculator for your exact number.
Is 1,000 cheaper per card than 100?
Usually yes. One hundred cards are $12.16 on the July 20, 2026 anchor, which is a higher per-card rate than larger breaks. Setup is shared across more cards as quantity rises.
Should a new business start with 1,000?
If the logo and title are stable, yes. If you are still testing taglines, print 100 or 500 first. A cheap large box of the wrong card is still expensive.
Do you include design in the price?
Upload a print-ready single-card PDF for the lowest path. Free proof is included. Full redesign help, when offered, is separate from the print line.
What stock should I pick for 1,000 cards?
14pt or 16pt card stocks are common commercial choices. See our 14pt vs 16pt guide for feel differences. Soft-touch coatings raise cost and change the hand-feel.
Can each employee get different cards inside 1,000?
Different names usually mean separate files or variable-data workflows. Many teams order one shared template design with name changes as separate short runs. Ask the form options or support before assuming one mixed box.
How long do 1,000 cards last?
For a solo owner who networks weekly, often many months. For a booth team, sometimes one event. Order from calendar reality, not from fear of running out tomorrow.
Where do I order?
Configure on economical business cards, approve the free proof, then reorder the same file when the box runs low.