Vinyl siding cost in Worcester, MA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $9,300 – $27,800
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.40 – $13.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +11%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #37
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new vinyl siding in the Worcester area: $9,300 to $27,800 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 runs 11% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $35.10 an hour in the Worcester area, 21% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Worcester, MA, standard level
$14,900 to $22,300
About $7.05 to $10.50 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 56% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,500 | $9,800 |
| Labor | $8,350 | $12,500 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $14,900 | $22,300 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Worcester, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,050 | $8,150 | $12,200 | 44% |
| Labor | $5,200 | $10,400 | $15,600 | 56% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $9,300 | $18,600 | $27,800 | 100% |
Why Worcester prices look the way they do
Labor is 56% of the midpoint bill here, against 50% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (60%), construction laborers (30%), sheet metal workers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Worcester the blended ratio comes out at 1.24.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Worcester 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 102.5: $0 to $0.
Why two Worcester 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.
Who does the work: Worcester 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 Worcester the blend is 1.24.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $35.10 an hour, 21% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.63 and $43.40 an hour. About 1,590 work in the metro. That is 45.4 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 $29.52 an hour, which is 30% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $23.23 and $43.40 an hour. BLS counts 1,650 of them working in the area, 47.2 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 $37.42 an hour, 26% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $23.86 and $41.02 an hour. About 290 work in the metro. That is 8.3 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 $1,450 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,100. That is a swing of roughly 6.0% to 7.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Worcester has 349,880 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 73rd 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% | $28.63 | $35.10 | $43.40 | $29.12 | 1.21 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $23.23 | $29.52 | $43.40 | $22.66 | 1.30 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $23.86 | $37.42 | $41.02 | $29.71 | 1.26 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.24 | |||||
Worcester against nearby metros and the rest of Massachusetts
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Worcester. Manchester is the lowest at about $16,700 (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall), 45 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester, MAthis page | $9,300 – $27,800 | $18,600 | |
| Amherst, MA35 miles | $8,900 – $26,800 | $17,800 | −4% |
| Springfield, MA40 miles | $9,400 – $28,200 | $18,800 | +1% |
| Manchester, NH45 miles | $8,350 – $25,000 | $16,700 | −10% |
| Boston, MA50 miles | $9,550 – $28,700 | $19,100 | +3% |
| Hartford, CT55 miles | $8,800 – $26,400 | $17,600 | −5% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $9,550 – $28,600 | $19,100 | +3% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Worcester ranks #37 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Worcester is 3% 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 | +3% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $9,400 – $28,200 | $18,800 | +1% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $9,150 – $27,500 | $18,300 | −1% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $8,900 – $26,800 | $17,800 | −4% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 jobs | $8,500 – $25,500 | $17,000 | −8% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Worcester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $7,250 – $21,700 | $14,500 | −22% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $7,750 – $23,300 | $15,500 | −16% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $7,600 – $22,800 | $15,200 | −18% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $7,750 – $23,300 | $15,500 | −16% |
The best months for vinyl siding in Worcester
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Worcester Rgnl 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 Worcester 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.
Worcester gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 73 inches of snow. The wettest months are September, October and December (4.8 inches in October). Inside the workable window, May and July are the driest, at 3.6 and 3.9 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 | 32 | 17 | 3.5 | Cold |
| Feb | 35 | 19 | 3.3 | Cold |
| Mar | 43 | 26 | 4.2 | Cold |
| Apr | 56 | 37 | 4.1 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 47 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 75 | 56 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 80 | 62 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 78 | 61 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Sep | 71 | 53 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 42 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 48 | 33 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 23 | 4.3 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Worcester
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Worcester wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+49%) and attic insulation lowest (level); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,600 – $18,000 | +49% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,550 – $4,800 | +16% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,850 – $15,700 | +6% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | level |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $15,800 – $43,400 | +39% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl siding pricing in Worcester
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Worcester. 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
$9,300 to $16,700
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$14,900 to $22,300
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$20,400 to $27,800
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $5,300 – $9,550 | $8,500 – $12,700 | $11,700 – $15,900 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $9,300 – $16,700 | $14,900 – $22,300 | $20,400 – $27,800 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $13,300 – $23,900 | $21,200 – $31,800 | $29,200 – $39,800 |
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Vinyl siding in Worcester: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Worcester?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $9,300 to $27,800 in the Worcester area. A standard-spec job lands at $14,900 to $22,300. 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 Worcester?
About $4.40 to $13.50 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 Worcester or Amherst?
Amherst is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $17,800, which is 4% less than Worcester ($18,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Worcester?
About 56% at the midpoint, or $10,400 out of $18,600. Materials are 44% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Worcester?
$9,300 to $27,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Worcester?
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 Worcester area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Worcester expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Worcester is 3% 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 Worcester?
The BLS median is $35.10 an hour in the Worcester area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.63 to $43.40.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Worcester?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $9,300 to $16,700 and premium work $20,400 to $27,800. 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 Worcester?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. May and July 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 Worcester
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.