Window Replacement (per window) Cost in Hawaii
$400 – $1,450We estimate window replacement (per window) in Hawaii at $400 to $1,450 for one standard replacement window in an existing frame. The national estimate is $370 to $1,300. Hawaii carpenter pay is 41% above the national median, ranking 1 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $300 | $900 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 3 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $102 | $184 |
| Estimated total | $400 | $1,450 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Hawaii median wage from BLS (2025, $41.00 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. |
Who can legally do this in Hawaii
Hawaii's state pages differ: the Contractors License Board FAQ says no license is needed only up to $1,000 with no permit, while other state pages say $1,500. Treat any job over $1,000, or any job needing a permit, as requiring a license, and confirm with the board.
Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | $36.50 | $390 | $1,400 |
Other carpenter jobs in Hawaii
Window Replacement (per window) cost in every state · Hawaii home repair guide
Sources
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.