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Window Replacement Cost by City: 2026 Data
Quick answer: Across six major U.S. metros in 2026, replacement windows run $500–$1,300 per window installed, with 10-window projects spanning $5,000–$14,000. Dallas and Albuquerque are the cheapest; Miami is the most expensive, driven by mandatory hurricane-rated glass. Below is the full city-by-city comparison.
How this data was built: These figures compile WindowQuoteGuide's 2026 metro cost estimates from published regional pricing, national contractor cost guides (HomeAdvisor / Angi True Cost), ENERGY STAR and U.S. Department of Energy efficiency data, and typical installer quote ranges for each city. They are planning estimates for comparison — not a survey of individual invoices. Always collect 2–3 local quotes for your exact home.
City-by-city comparison (2026)
Ranges assume a standard vinyl double-hung window, installed. Cities are ordered from lowest to highest typical cost.
| Metro | Per window | 10-window project | Primary cost driver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | $550–$900 | $5,000–$9,000 | Low Texas labor costs |
| Albuquerque, NM | $500–$950 | $5,000–$9,000 | High-desert sun; security |
| Phoenix, AZ | $500–$1,000 | $5,000–$9,500 | Desert heat; Low-E coating |
| Seattle, WA | $650–$1,150 | $7,000–$11,000 | Damp climate; security |
| Chicago, IL | $700–$1,100 | $8,000–$11,000 | Labor + cold-climate glass |
| Miami, FL | $650–$1,300 | $7,000–$14,000 | Mandatory hurricane glass |
What the numbers show
- Cheapest metros: Dallas and Albuquerque, from about $500 per window; a 10-window project can start near $5,000, mostly on lower labor costs.
- Most expensive: Miami, up to $1,300 per window and $14,000 for ten — because Miami-Dade code requires impact-rated glass, which is non-negotiable.
- The spread: on the same 10-window job, the priciest metro costs roughly 1.9x the cheapest — about a $5,000–$9,000 swing for identical work.
- Three drivers explain most of it: local labor rates, climate-driven glass spec (impact glass in Miami, triple-pane in Chicago, Low-E in the desert), and building-code requirements.
Cost by frame material (national baseline)
On top of the city factor, the frame material you choose moves the per-window price:
| Material | Per window installed | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $360–$850 | Best efficiency-per-dollar; most common choice |
| Fiberglass | ~$150 more than vinyl | Paintable; handles harsh climates better |
| Wood | $580–$1,400+ | Premium look; needs ongoing maintenance |
| Aluminum | Budget tier | Conducts heat; being phased out in hot climates |
For national context, the U.S. average is $400–$900 per window installed; coastal metros run 15–20% above, and metro areas run 10–25% above nearby rural areas.
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