If the domain you want is already owned, you are entering the "aftermarket," where prices are driven by perceived value.
Always check the renewal fee. It is common for a $2 promotional domain to renew at $15 or $20 the following year. 2. Premium and Aftermarket Prices domain name price
For a fresh domain that isn't already taken, your costs depend on the "Top-Level Domain" (TLD), or the part after the dot. TLD Extension Estimated Annual Cost $10 – $20 .net / .org $15 – $20 .io / .ai $30 – $100+ Niche (e.g., .tech, .shop) $10 – $50 If the domain you want is already owned,