Vinyl siding cost in Pittsfield, MA
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
- #94
- 1 = most expensive
New vinyl siding in Pittsfield, MA usually costs $8,500 to $25,500 for 2,100 sq ft of wall. That works out to about $4.05 to $12 per sq ft of wall before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Carpenters earn a median of $30.31 an hour in the Pittsfield area, 4% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Pittsfield, MA, 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 | $6,500 | $9,800 |
| Labor | $7,100 | $10,600 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $13,600 | $20,400 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Pittsfield, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,050 | $8,150 | $12,200 | 48% |
| Labor | $4,450 | $8,850 | $13,300 | 52% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,500 | $17,000 | $25,500 | 100% |
What is behind the Pittsfield number
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, Pittsfield 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. Pittsfield is at 97.0 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 95.1: $0 to $0.
Specs and site conditions that change a Pittsfield bid
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.
Style
Clapboard vinyl siding runs $4-$7 per sq ft installed; board-and-batten is $5-$9 (HomeGuide).
Old siding removal
Taking the old siding off costs $0.70-$2.00 per sq ft. Check that disposal is included.
Pittsfield 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, Pittsfield Muni Ap (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 Pittsfield 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.
Pittsfield gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, September and October (4.6 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.5 inches. The station averages about 3 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 | 30 | 14 | 2.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 33 | 15 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 42 | 23 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 34 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 75 | 53 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 79 | 58 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 78 | 57 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 70 | 49 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 39 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 29 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Dec | 36 | 21 | 3.6 | Cold |
What local crews earn in Pittsfield
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 Pittsfield the blend is 1.05.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $30.31 an hour, 4% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $25.70 and $37.40 an hour. About 430 work in the metro. That is 75.7 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 $25.06 an hour, which is 11% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.32 and $30.23 an hour. BLS counts 350 of them working in the area, 61.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.92 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.58 and $36.65 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 8.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,250 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $800. That is a swing of roughly 4.7% to 7.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Pittsfield has 56,810 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 298th 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% | $25.70 | $30.31 | $37.40 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.32 | $25.06 | $30.23 | $22.66 | 1.11 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $22.58 | $28.92 | $36.65 | $29.71 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Pittsfield against nearby metros and the rest of Massachusetts
Same job, same size (2,100 sq ft of wall), priced for the nearest metros. Springfield is the priciest of the group at $18,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield, MAthis page | $8,500 – $25,500 | $17,000 | |
| Amherst, MA30 miles | $8,900 – $26,800 | $17,800 | +5% |
| Springfield, MA35 miles | $9,400 – $28,200 | $18,800 | +11% |
| Albany, NY45 miles | $8,600 – $25,700 | $17,200 | +1% |
| Hartford, CT60 miles | $8,800 – $26,400 | $17,600 | +4% |
| Waterbury, CT60 miles | $8,600 – $25,900 | $17,200 | +1% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $9,550 – $28,600 | $19,100 | +12% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Pittsfield ranks #94 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Pittsfield is 11% below the Massachusetts figure.
Elsewhere in Massachusetts
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $9,550 – $28,700 | $19,100 | +13% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 jobs | $9,300 – $27,800 | $18,600 | +9% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $9,400 – $28,200 | $18,800 | +11% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $9,150 – $27,500 | $18,300 | +8% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $8,900 – $26,800 | $17,800 | +5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pittsfield against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Gorda, FL | 57,530 jobs | $7,600 – $22,800 | $15,200 | −10% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $7,500 – $22,500 | $15,000 | −12% |
| Texarkana, TX | 57,580 jobs | $7,000 – $21,000 | $14,000 | −17% |
| Cheyenne, WY | 48,470 jobs | $7,950 – $23,800 | $15,900 | −7% |
What nearby projects cost in Pittsfield
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Pittsfield wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (+1%) and attic insulation lowest (−1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,150 – $12,500 | +1% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,150 | −1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,600 – $15,200 | +1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $3,950 | −1% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,200 – $32,300 | level |
Pittsfield: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Pittsfield. 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 |
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Vinyl siding in Pittsfield: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Pittsfield?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,500 to $25,500 in the Pittsfield 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 Pittsfield?
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 Pittsfield or Amherst?
Amherst is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $17,800, which is 5% more than Pittsfield ($17,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pittsfield?
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 Pittsfield?
$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 Pittsfield?
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 Pittsfield area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pittsfield expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Pittsfield is 11% below the Massachusetts statewide estimate ($19,100 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Massachusetts; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Pittsfield?
The BLS median is $30.31 an hour in the Pittsfield area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.70 to $37.40.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Pittsfield?
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 Pittsfield?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. April 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 Pittsfield
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.