Vinyl siding cost in Lexington, KY
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $7,850 – $23,600
- Per sq ft of wall
- $3.75 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #173
- 1 = most expensive
New vinyl siding in Lexington, KY usually costs $7,850 to $23,600 for 2,100 sq ft of wall. That works out to about $3.75 to $11 per sq ft of wall before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,100 less. Carpenters earn a median of $25.01 an hour in the Lexington area, 14% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Lexington, KY, standard level
$12,600 to $18,900
About $6 to $9 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,450 | $9,700 |
| Labor | $6,100 | $9,150 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $12,600 | $18,900 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Lexington, KY
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,050 | $8,100 | $12,100 | 51% |
| Labor | $3,800 | $7,650 | $11,400 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $7,850 | $15,700 | $23,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Lexington number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $25.01 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Lexington is 0.91 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 49% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Lexington is at 96.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $8,400 nationally becomes $8,100 here (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall). Permits follow the all-items index of 92.9: $0 to $0.
Data note: 10% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Lexington. The wage table below marks each row.
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl siding pricing in Lexington
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Lexington. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) to large house (3,000 sq ft of wall).
Basic
$7,850 to $14,100
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$12,600 to $18,900
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$17,300 to $23,600
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $4,500 – $8,100 | $7,200 – $10,800 | $9,900 – $13,500 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $7,850 – $14,100 | $12,600 – $18,900 | $17,300 – $23,600 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $11,200 – $20,200 | $18,000 – $26,900 | $24,700 – $33,700 |
What local crews earn in Lexington
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Lexington the blend is 0.91.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $25.01 an hour, 14% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.63 and $29.61 an hour. About 1,200 work in the metro. That is 41.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $22.26 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.37 and $24.40 an hour. BLS counts 1,810 of them working in the area, 63.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Lexington metro, so we used the Kentucky statewide median: $29.17 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.25 and $39.69 an hour.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $800 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $410. That is a swing of roughly 2.6% to 5.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Lexington-Fayette has 286,910 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 90th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $22.63 | $25.01 | $29.61 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.37 | $22.26 | $24.40 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $23.25 | $29.17 | $39.69 | $29.71 | 0.98 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.91 | |||||
Lexington against nearby metros and the rest of Kentucky
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Lexington. Bowling Green is the lowest at about $15,400 (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall), 130 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington, KYthis page | $7,850 – $23,600 | $15,700 | |
| Cincinnati, OH65 miles | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | +7% |
| Louisville, KY70 miles | $8,100 – $24,200 | $16,200 | +3% |
| Huntington, WV100 miles | $7,900 – $23,800 | $15,800 | +1% |
| Dayton, OH120 miles | $8,250 – $24,800 | $16,500 | +5% |
| Bowling Green, KY130 miles | $7,700 – $23,100 | $15,400 | −2% |
| Kentucky (statewide) | $7,850 – $23,600 | $15,700 | level |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Lexington ranks #173 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Lexington is 0% below the Kentucky figure.
Elsewhere in Kentucky
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $8,100 – $24,200 | $16,200 | +3% |
| Bowling Green, KY | 82,160 jobs | $7,700 – $23,100 | $15,400 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lexington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 288,480 jobs | $8,500 – $25,500 | $17,000 | +8% |
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $8,900 – $26,700 | $17,800 | +13% |
| Stockton, CA | 289,660 jobs | $9,300 – $27,900 | $18,600 | +18% |
| Reno, NV | 275,680 jobs | $8,300 – $25,000 | $16,600 | +6% |
Planning more than one job in Lexington?
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Lexington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, gutters comes out highest (−5%) and roof replacement lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,450 – $11,300 | −10% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $4,000 | −5% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,000 | −7% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $930 – $3,750 | −6% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,150 – $30,000 | −8% |
Why two Lexington quotes can differ
Old siding removal
Taking the old siding off costs $0.70-$2.00 per sq ft. Check that disposal is included.
Labor and season
Siding labor is $40-$80 an hour or $2-$6 per sq ft, and it is highest in warm months.
Wall area is not floor area
A 2,000 sq ft house usually has more wall area than floor area once you count gables and two stories. Measure the wall, not the floor.
Lexington weather and the vinyl siding calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Lexington Bluegrass Ap (10 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Lexington are February through December: 11 of 12. Outside them, January has an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January the average high stays below 45°F. Sealants, adhesives and some materials, such as vinyl, are harder to install well in the cold, and short daylight cuts the working day.
Lexington gets about 50 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 15 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (5.4 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 25 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42 | 25 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 47 | 28 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 56 | 36 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 67 | 45 | 4.4 | Workable |
| May | 76 | 55 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 63 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 67 | 5.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 65 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 80 | 58 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 47 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 56 | 36 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 46 | 30 | 4.2 | Workable |
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Vinyl siding in Lexington: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Lexington?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $7,850 to $23,600 in the Lexington area. A standard-spec job lands at $12,600 to $18,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft of wall and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft of wall for vinyl siding in Lexington?
About $3.75 to $11 per sq ft of wall for materials and labor, plus $0 to $0 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $4 to $12.
+Is vinyl siding cheaper in Lexington or Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $16,800, which is 7% more than Lexington ($15,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lexington?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $7,650 out of $15,700. Materials are 51% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Lexington?
$7,850 to $23,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Lexington?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $0 for fees in the Lexington area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lexington expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Kentucky?
Lexington is 0% below the Kentucky statewide estimate ($15,700 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Kentucky; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lexington?
The BLS median is $25.01 an hour in the Lexington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.63 to $29.61.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Lexington?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $7,850 to $14,100 and premium work $17,300 to $23,600. Basic means: basic clapboard siding, simple house. Premium means: premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables.
+When is the best time to install vinyl siding in Lexington?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through December. September and November are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Vinyl siding near Lexington
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Vinyl Siding Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed price minus HomeGuide's $2-$6 per sq ft labor figure, which it says is around half the project cost.