Vinyl siding cost in Portland, ME
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $8,500 – $25,500
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.05 – $12
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #93
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new vinyl siding in the Portland area: $8,500 to $25,500 for 2,100 sq ft of wall. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint lands close to the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $30.91 an hour in the Portland area, 6% above the US median of $29.12.
Estimate your vinyl siding cost
Pick a size, a quality level and where you live. Prices update as you type.
Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Portland, ME, standard level
$13,600 to $20,400
About $6.50 to $9.70 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 52% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,550 | $9,800 |
| Labor | $7,050 | $10,600 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $13,600 | $20,400 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Portland, ME
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,100 | $8,150 | $12,200 | 48% |
| Labor | $4,400 | $8,850 | $13,300 | 52% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,500 | $17,000 | $25,500 | 100% |
Where the Portland price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 60%, construction laborers at 30%, sheet metal workers at 10%. Weighted together, Portland wages are 1.05 times the national level. Labor makes up about 52% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Portland is at 97.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $8,400 nationally becomes $8,150 here (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall). Permits follow the all-items index of 101.9: $0 to $0.
Is Portland cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Portland. Manchester is the lowest at about $16,700 (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall), 85 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, MEthis page | $8,500 – $25,500 | $17,000 | |
| Manchester, NH85 miles | $8,350 – $25,000 | $16,700 | −2% |
| Boston, MA85 miles | $9,550 – $28,700 | $19,100 | +13% |
| Worcester, MA120 miles | $9,300 – $27,800 | $18,600 | +9% |
| Barnstable, MA135 miles | $9,150 – $27,500 | $18,300 | +8% |
| Providence, RI140 miles | $8,700 – $26,000 | $17,400 | +2% |
| Maine (statewide) | $8,350 – $25,000 | $16,700 | −2% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Portland ranks #93 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Portland is 2% above the Maine figure.
Elsewhere in Maine
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor, ME | 72,270 jobs | $8,050 – $24,200 | $16,100 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Portland against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton, CA | 289,660 jobs | $9,300 – $27,900 | $18,600 | +9% |
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 jobs | $7,850 – $23,600 | $15,700 | −8% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −1% |
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $8,900 – $26,700 | $17,800 | +5% |
Planning more than one job in Portland?
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Portland wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, gutters comes out highest (−1%) and roof replacement lowest (−5%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,800 – $11,900 | −5% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,150 | −1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $980 – $3,900 | −2% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,800 – $31,500 | −3% |
Who does the work: Portland trade wages
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 Portland the blend is 1.05.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $30.91 an hour, 6% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.45 and $35.95 an hour. About 2,230 work in the metro. That is 77.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $23.31 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.50 and $27.46 an hour. BLS counts 1,470 of them working in the area, 51.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 10% of the weighting: a median of $31.77 an hour, 7% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $28.98 and $35.09 an hour. About 540 work in the metro. That is 18.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $870 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $430. That is a swing of roughly 2.5% to 5.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Portland-South Portland has 288,480 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 89th 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% | $28.45 | $30.91 | $35.95 | $29.12 | 1.06 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.50 | $23.31 | $27.46 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $28.98 | $31.77 | $35.09 | $29.71 | 1.07 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Why two Portland 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.
Portland: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Portland. 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
$8,500 to $15,300
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$13,600 to $20,400
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$18,700 to $25,500
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $4,850 – $8,750 | $7,750 – $11,700 | $10,700 – $14,600 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $8,500 – $15,300 | $13,600 – $20,400 | $18,700 – $25,500 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $12,100 – $21,900 | $19,400 – $29,100 | $26,700 – $36,400 |
The best months for vinyl siding in Portland
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Portland Intl Jetport (5 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 Portland are April through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March and December 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.
Portland gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 69 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, October and December (5.3 inches in October). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 5 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 | 32 | 16 | 3.5 | Cold |
| Feb | 35 | 17 | 3.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 42 | 26 | 4.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 35 | 4.4 | Workable |
| May | 64 | 46 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 74 | 55 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 80 | 61 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 79 | 60 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 71 | 52 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 60 | 41 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 48 | 32 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 22 | 4.5 | Cold |
Get 3 local quotes
Tell us about the job and we will try to connect you with up to three local contractors for written quotes. It is free and you are under no obligation to hire. Your estimate of $13,600 to $20,400 for Portland, ME is attached.
Detailed vinyl siding report for Portland, ME, $9
Multi-page report for Portland, ME: low, typical and high cost, a line-item breakdown of materials and labor by trade, permit notes, the best months to schedule, a quote comparison sheet, red flags, questions for contractors, checklists and every source. Save your estimate above, preview page 1 free, and unlock the full report for $9 one-time, or get every report with CostLocal Pro.
Vinyl siding in Portland: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Portland?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,500 to $25,500 in the Portland area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,600 to $20,400. 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 Portland?
About $4.05 to $12 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 Portland or Manchester?
Manchester is 85 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $16,700, which is 2% less than Portland ($17,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Portland?
About 52% at the midpoint, or $8,850 out of $17,000. Materials are 48% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Portland?
$8,500 to $25,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Portland?
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 Portland area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Portland expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Maine?
Portland is 2% above the Maine statewide estimate ($16,700 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Maine; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Portland?
The BLS median is $30.91 an hour in the Portland area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.45 to $35.95.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Portland?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $8,500 to $15,300 and premium work $18,700 to $25,500. 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 Portland?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. July and August 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 Portland
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.