Key takeaways
- National range: $300–$2,100 per window installed, about $850 on average.
- Cheapest states: Arkansas, Mississippi and Alabama. Most expensive: Hawaii, California and Alaska.
- Biggest price driver: Frame material — vinyl, wood, fiberglass or aluminum.
- Best way to save: Use insert windows when existing frames are sound.
How much does window replacement cost in 2026?
| Item | Typical cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl frame | $100–$900 | Per unit |
| Wood frame | $150–$1,300 | Per unit |
| Fiberglass frame | $500–$1,500 | Per unit |
| Aluminum frame | $75–$400 | Per unit |
| Double-hung window | $150–$650 | Materials only |
| Casement window | $150–$1,000 | Materials only |
| Bay window | $910–$7,100 | Materials only |
| Retrofit (insert) labor | $100–$300 | Needs a sound existing frame |
| Full-frame labor | $150–$800 | Allows repair of hidden damage |
| Triple-pane window | $300–$2,700 | Installed; double-pane $280–$1,500 |
How we calculate costs
National ranges come from published cost surveys (cited below). Local estimates apply an approximate state cost index. Read our methodology.
Window Replacement Cost questions, answered
- What is the cost of vinyl frame? The typical cost of vinyl frame is $100–$900. Per unit.
- What is the cost of wood frame? The typical cost of wood frame is $150–$1,300. Per unit.
- What is the cost of fiberglass frame? The typical cost of fiberglass frame is $500–$1,500. Per unit.
- What is the cost of aluminum frame? The typical cost of aluminum frame is $75–$400. Per unit.
- What is the cost of double-hung window? The typical cost of double-hung window is $150–$650. Materials only.
- What is the cost of casement window? The typical cost of casement window is $150–$1,000. Materials only.
- What is the cost of bay window? The typical cost of bay window is $910–$7,100. Materials only.
- What is the cost of retrofit (insert) labor? The typical cost of retrofit (insert) labor is $100–$300. Needs a sound existing frame.
- What is the cost of full-frame labor? The typical cost of full-frame labor is $150–$800. Allows repair of hidden damage.
- What is the cost of triple-pane window? The typical cost of triple-pane window is $300–$2,700. Installed; double-pane $280–$1,500.
What changes the price
- Frame material — vinyl, wood, fiberglass or aluminum.
- Window style and size — bay and bow windows cost the most.
- Installation method — insert vs. full-frame.
- Glass — double vs. triple pane and coatings.
- Access — upper floors take longer.
How to save without cutting corners
- Use insert windows when existing frames are sound.
- Replace several windows at once for better per-window pricing.
- Match glass upgrades to your climate.
- Check utility rebates for efficient windows.
Window Replacement Cost by state
Labor and material prices vary by region. These estimates apply each state's approximate cost index to the national range.
| State | Estimated range | vs. U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $260–$1,800 | 14% below |
| Alaska | $370–$2,600 | 22% above |
| Arizona | $280–$2,000 | 7% below |
| Arkansas | $260–$1,800 | 15% below |
| California | $370–$2,600 | 22% above |
| Colorado | $300–$2,100 | about average |
| Connecticut | $340–$2,400 | 12% above |
| Delaware | $310–$2,200 | 4% above |
| District of Columbia | $330–$2,300 | 10% above |
| Florida | $280–$1,900 | 8% below |
| Georgia | $270–$1,900 | 11% below |
| Hawaii | $390–$2,700 | 30% above |
| Idaho | $280–$1,900 | 8% below |
| Illinois | $330–$2,300 | 10% above |
| Indiana | $280–$2,000 | 6% below |
| Iowa | $280–$2,000 | 7% below |
| Kansas | $270–$1,900 | 10% below |
| Kentucky | $270–$1,900 | 10% below |
| Louisiana | $260–$1,800 | 13% below |
| Maine | $290–$2,000 | 5% below |
| Maryland | $300–$2,100 | about average |
| Massachusetts | $350–$2,500 | 18% above |
| Michigan | $290–$2,100 | 2% below |
| Minnesota | $320–$2,200 | 6% above |
| Mississippi | $260–$1,800 | 15% below |
| Missouri | $290–$2,000 | 3% below |
| Montana | $280–$2,000 | 7% below |
| Nebraska | $270–$1,900 | 10% below |
| Nevada | $310–$2,200 | 3% above |
| New Hampshire | $300–$2,100 | about average |
| New Jersey | $350–$2,500 | 17% above |
| New Mexico | $270–$1,900 | 11% below |
| New York | $360–$2,500 | 20% above |
| North Carolina | $260–$1,800 | 13% below |
| North Dakota | $280–$1,900 | 8% below |
| Ohio | $290–$2,000 | 5% below |
| Oklahoma | $260–$1,800 | 13% below |
| Oregon | $320–$2,200 | 5% above |
| Pennsylvania | $310–$2,200 | 4% above |
| Rhode Island | $330–$2,300 | 10% above |
| South Carolina | $260–$1,800 | 13% below |
| South Dakota | $260–$1,800 | 12% below |
| Tennessee | $270–$1,900 | 11% below |
| Texas | $270–$1,900 | 11% below |
| Utah | $280–$2,000 | 7% below |
| Vermont | $290–$2,000 | 4% below |
| Virginia | $280–$2,000 | 6% below |
| Washington | $320–$2,300 | 8% above |
| West Virginia | $280–$2,000 | 7% below |
| Wisconsin | $300–$2,100 | about average |
| Wyoming | $270–$1,900 | 9% below |
Window Replacement Cost FAQs
How much does it cost to replace 10 windows?
Replacing 10–15 windows typically costs about $4,000–$10,500 all-in.
Insert or full-frame replacement?
Inserts are cheaper ($100–$300 labor) but need a sound frame; full-frame ($150–$800) lets installers fix hidden rot.
More questions? See the window replacement guide.
Window Replacement Cost in popular cities
New York City, NYLos Angeles, CAChicago, ILHouston, TXPhiladelphia, PAPhoenix, AZSan Antonio, TXSan Diego, CADallas, TXSan Jose, CAAustin, TXJacksonville, FLSan Francisco, CAColumbus, OHFort Worth, TXIndianapolis, INCharlotte, NCSeattle, WADenver, CODetroit, MIBoston, MAMemphis, TNPortland, OROklahoma City, OKLas Vegas, NVBaltimore, MDWashington, D.C., DCMilwaukee, WINashville, TNFresno, CASacramento, CAKansas City, MOAtlanta, GAVirginia Beach, VARaleigh, NCMiami, FL
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Sources: HomeAdvisor — Window replacement cost · Bob Vila — Window replacement cost · This Old House — How long do windows last. Ranges are rounded estimates; see our editorial policy.