Window replacement cost: vinyl double-hung windows, per window and for a house, by state
Five windows: about $2,550 to $3,050, typically $2,700. That's a vinyl double-hung window of 9 to 12 square feet, the old window taken out, plus the contractor's overhead, profit and sales tax. Everything in, it runs $518.00 to $601.00 a window.
Anthony Hicks30+ years in construction. Updated November 5, 2026.
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What it costs
| Job | Cost |
|---|---|
| One window | $650 to $850 |
| Five windows | $2,550 to $3,050 |
| A house, 12 windows | $6,200 to $7,300 |
About $518.00 to $601.00 a window, everything in.
Totals include the contractor's overhead and profit (20%) and the state's average sales tax. Prices as of November 2026.
What’s in these numbers
Each total is a typical job, priced the way a contractor’s estimate is priced:
- A vinyl double-hung window, 9 to 12 square feet (about 3 by 4 feet), with the old window taken out.
- Overhead and profit: 20%, the standard markup on a contractor’s estimate.
- Sales tax on the materials, at the state’s average rate.
Not in them: new trim and casing inside and out, siding or stucco repair around the opening, grids, special glass, larger or custom sizes, and permits.
What the code asks of a new window
The energy code sets a maximum U-factor for windows (lower is better insulating): 0.40 in climate zone 2, and 0.30 in zones 3 through 8; zones 0 and 1 have no requirement (IRC Table N1102.1.3). A window’s label gives its U-factor.
What moves the price
- Size. Bigger windows cost more.
- Grade. Higher-grade vinyl and premium windows cost more per opening.
- Style. Casements, sliders, picture windows and bays are priced on their own.
- The opening. A replacement window that fits the old frame takes less work than a full tear-out to the studs, and rot around the opening is repaired first.
- Where you live. Pick your state in the box above.
Common questions
How much does it cost to replace one window?
About $650 to $850 for a vinyl double-hung window, typically $725.
How much to replace all the windows in a house?
About $6,200 to $7,300 for 12 windows, typically $6,500.
What does a window cost per window installed?
$518.00 to $601.00 a window for a vinyl double-hung window of 9 to 12 square feet, with the old one out, overhead, profit and sales tax.
Does insurance pay for broken windows?
When a covered event such as a storm or a break-in damages them, a homeowner’s policy usually pays to repair or replace them, less the deductible and subject to the policy’s terms.