We offer screen printing, Direct-To-Film (DTF) heat transfers, and embroidery on apparel and hats. Screen-printed t-shirts start at $7.00. Embroidered polos start at $18.00, embroidered beanies start at $8.00 and hats at $10.00. Pricing scales from there with color count or thread count, garment tier, and personalization.
Apparel Printing
How Much Does Screen Printing Cost?
Screen printing pricing depends on several factors, including the number of garments ordered, the number of ink colors in your design, the number of print locations, and the type of garment you choose. In general, larger orders have a lower per-item price because one-time setup costs are spread across more garments. Larger quantities can also lower the starting cost of the garments themselves due to bulk discounts, helping bring down the overall price per item.
At Screen Printing Northwest, we provide custom screen printing pricing based on the specific details of your project. Our quotes include the garment, printing, and applicable setup costs so you can see what your project will actually cost before production begins.
Pricing Note: The pricing examples below are intended to give you a general idea of what to expect. Your final price may vary depending on garment selection, print locations, number of colors, quantities, specialty inks, and other project details. Contact Screen Printing Northwest for an exact quote on your project.
Garment Cost + Starting Apparel Printing Price
Screenprinting
Best for: designs with up to five colors
| Fee | Price |
|---|---|
| Screen Fee | $35.00 per color, per design |
| Ink Change (To print the same one-color design in a different ink color) | $15.00 |
Direct-To-Film (DTF) Transfers
Best for: designs with 6+ colors, gradient effects, intricate detail, or photo-realistic imagery
Pricing is based on the size of the transfer/design.
| Fee | Price |
|---|---|
| Setup Fee | $50.00 per design |
| Name Personalization | $10.00 per name |
| Number Personalization | $8.00 per number |
Embroidery
Best for: a raised, textured look and feel, no color limit
Apparel Garment + Embroidery Starting Price
Hat + Embroidery Starting Price
Embroidery Fees
| Fee | Price |
|---|---|
| Logo Digitizing Fee | $25.00 flat rate (up to 4" × 4"; larger logos priced by thread count) |
| Name Personalization | $10.00 per personalization |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a screen-printed t-shirt cost?
Screen-printed t-shirts start at $7.00 for a Port & Co. cotton tee with a one-color, one-location design.
How much does an embroidered polo cost?
Embroidered polos start at $18.00 for a Port Authority Performance Polo with a standard-size, one-location design.
How much does an embroidered hat cost?
Embroidered hat pricing starts at $8.00 for Port Authority beanies. Other styles range up from there: Port Authority Dad Hats start at $10.00, Port Authority Trucker Hats start at $10.50, and Port Authority Flexfit Hats start at $16.00.
What's the difference between screen printing and DTF transfers?
Screen printing is used for designs with up to 5 colors, where your garment is printed by pushing ink through a stenciled mesh screen set up for each color of your design.
DTF transfers are used for designs with 6+ colors, gradients, fine detail, or photo-realistic imagery, where your design is high-def printed onto a specialized film that is heat-pressed onto your garment.
Both applications produce highly durable, long-lasting, crisp and vibrant prints.
What other costs are associated with a screen printing setup?
Pricing for your screen printing project is based on how many colors are in your design. Screen printing has a $35.00 screen fee per color, since a new screen is needed for every additional color.
We also offer ink color changes for $15.00 per color change. This is if you want the same one-color design, but just want to switch the color. For example, you are ordering shirts with your logo in black ink, and also shirts with that same logo in blue ink.
What factors affect screen printing or embroidery cost?
| Factor | How It Affects Price |
|---|---|
| Quantity | Larger orders generally have a lower per-shirt price because of bulk discounts, and fixed setup costs are distributed across more garments. |
| Number of Colors | Designs with more ink colors require additional screens and production steps, which can increase the cost per garment. |
| Number of Print Locations | Printing on the front, back, sleeve, or other locations adds production steps and can increase the total price. |
| Garment Choice | The blank garment affects the final price. T-shirts, hoodies, jackets, specialty garments, and other apparel can have significantly different base costs. Screen Printing NW compares and contrasts three tiers—value, mid-range, and premium—to help you decide what’s best for your application. |
| Garment Sizes | Certain extended sizes may have an additional garment charge depending on the product selected. |
| Specialty Printing | Specialty inks, effects, or other decoration requirements may affect the final price. |
How much extra does adding a name or number cost?
We can print custom names $10.00 each, and custom numbers for $8.00 each. We can embroider custom names for $10.00 each.
How much does logo digitizing cost for embroidery?
Logo digitizing is a $25.00 flat rate for logos up to 4″x4″; larger logos are priced by thread count.
Custom Screen Printing & Embroidery In Everett, Washington
Screen Printing Northwest provides custom screen printing for businesses and organizations, schools, teams, events, and individuals in Everett, Snohomish and King Counties, throughout the Pacific Northwest, and beyond. Over the last thirty years, we have perfected a strategy which artfully balances efficiency and personalized care, built around one promise we make for every print job: human-driven craftsmanship.
Our production team works in-house at our Everett facility, where we print and embroider custom merchandise including T-shirts, hoodies, hats and beanies, uniforms, polos, and other garments. If you know what you need, you can request a custom screen printing quote online. If you’re still deciding what garments, printing method, or quantity makes sense for your project, our team can help you determine the best option.
