Window Replacement (per window) Cost
$370 – $1,300A typical window replacement (per window) costs about $370 to $1,300 in the U.S. That covers one standard replacement window in an existing frame. The range reflects parts, job difficulty and local labor rates.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $300 | $900 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 3 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $73 | $131 |
| Estimated total | $370 | $1,300 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the national median wage from BLS (2025, $29.12 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $450 | $1,200 | Per window, installed. Page dated January 2026. |
| Today's Homeowner | $400 | $1,000 | Per window, national average range with materials and installation. Page dated September 2025. |
| Bob Vila | $180 | $409 | Per window, all types, citing Angi. Page dated June 2024. |
| Bob Vila | $100 | $400 | Pocket (insert) window. The page lists the same $100 to $400 as materials only, so its installed label is doubtful. Page dated June 2024. |
Estimated cost by state
| State | Carpenter median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $23.18 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Alaska | $35.51 | $390 | $1,400 |
| Arizona | $28.17 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Arkansas | $22.96 | $360 | $1,200 |
| California | $36.50 | $390 | $1,400 |
| Colorado | $30.21 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Connecticut | $30.80 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Delaware | $28.46 | $370 | $1,300 |
| District of Columbia | $29.67 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Florida | $23.98 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Georgia | $23.72 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Hawaii | $41.00 | $400 | $1,450 |
| Idaho | $25.00 | $360 | $1,250 |
| Illinois | $37.98 | $390 | $1,400 |
| Indiana | $30.23 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Iowa | $27.75 | $370 | $1,250 |
| Kansas | $27.39 | $370 | $1,250 |
| Kentucky | $25.33 | $360 | $1,250 |
| Louisiana | $24.00 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Maine | $29.88 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Maryland | $30.27 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Massachusetts | $36.16 | $390 | $1,400 |
| Michigan | $29.66 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Minnesota | $31.22 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Mississippi | $23.39 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Missouri | $29.25 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Montana | $28.28 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Nebraska | $24.19 | $360 | $1,250 |
| Nevada | $29.99 | $370 | $1,300 |
| New Hampshire | $29.42 | $370 | $1,300 |
| New Jersey | $30.77 | $380 | $1,300 |
| New Mexico | $28.71 | $370 | $1,300 |
| New York | $34.77 | $390 | $1,350 |
| North Carolina | $23.61 | $360 | $1,200 |
| North Dakota | $27.83 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Ohio | $29.24 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Oklahoma | $22.55 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Oregon | $30.23 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Pennsylvania | $28.54 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Rhode Island | $29.25 | $370 | $1,300 |
| South Carolina | $24.36 | $360 | $1,250 |
| South Dakota | $23.14 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Tennessee | $24.44 | $360 | $1,250 |
| Texas | $23.51 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Utah | $25.17 | $360 | $1,250 |
| Vermont | $30.00 | $380 | $1,300 |
| Virginia | $26.77 | $370 | $1,250 |
| Washington | $35.67 | $390 | $1,400 |
| West Virginia | $23.42 | $360 | $1,200 |
| Wisconsin | $29.65 | $370 | $1,300 |
| Wyoming | $27.33 | $370 | $1,250 |
Common questions
How much does window replacement (per window) cost?
A typical window replacement (per window) costs about $370 to $1,300 in the U.S. That covers one standard replacement window in an existing frame. The range reflects parts, job difficulty and local labor rates.
Which states cost the most for window replacement (per window)?
Labor is the part that changes by state. See the table on this page for each state's estimate.
Can I claim window replacement on my taxes?
The IRS page says you can claim the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, which listed exterior windows and skylights, for improvements made through December 31, 2025, and it gives no later date. This is general information, not tax advice, so ask a tax professional about your situation. Source
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.