Vinyl siding cost in Rochester, MN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $8,750 – $26,200
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.15 – $12.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #64
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new vinyl siding in the Rochester area: $8,750 to $26,200 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 4% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $30.58 an hour in the Rochester area, 5% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Rochester, MN, standard level
$14,000 to $21,000
About $6.65 to $10 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 54% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,400 | $9,600 |
| Labor | $7,600 | $11,400 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $14,000 | $21,000 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Rochester, MN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,000 | $8,000 | $12,000 | 46% |
| Labor | $4,750 | $9,450 | $14,200 | 54% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,750 | $17,500 | $26,200 | 100% |
Why Rochester prices look the way they do
Labor is 54% 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 Rochester the blended ratio comes out at 1.13.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Rochester is at 95.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $8,400 nationally becomes $8,000 here (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall). Permits follow the all-items index of 90.8: $0 to $0.
Why two Rochester quotes can differ
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.
Labor and season
Siding labor is $40-$80 an hour or $2-$6 per sq ft, and it is highest in warm months.
Is Rochester cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (2,100 sq ft of wall), priced for the nearest metros. Minneapolis is the priciest of the group at $19,100. Waterloo is the cheapest at $16,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MNthis page | $8,750 – $26,200 | $17,500 | |
| La Crosse, WI65 miles | $8,500 – $25,400 | $17,000 | −3% |
| Eau Claire, WI85 miles | $8,450 – $25,400 | $16,900 | −3% |
| Minneapolis, MN90 miles | $9,550 – $28,700 | $19,100 | +9% |
| Waterloo, IA100 miles | $8,050 – $24,100 | $16,100 | −8% |
| Dubuque, IA125 miles | $8,200 – $24,600 | $16,400 | −6% |
| Minnesota (statewide) | $9,050 – $27,100 | $18,100 | +3% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −4% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Rochester ranks #64 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Rochester is 3% below the Minnesota figure.
Elsewhere in Minnesota
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | 1,951,650 jobs | $9,550 – $28,700 | $19,100 | +9% |
| Duluth, MN | 124,710 jobs | $8,750 – $26,200 | $17,500 | level |
| St. Cloud, MN | 103,920 jobs | $8,550 – $25,700 | $17,100 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Rochester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $7,300 – $21,900 | $14,600 | −17% |
| Midland, TX | 122,180 jobs | $7,900 – $23,700 | $15,800 | −10% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $8,700 – $26,000 | $17,400 | −1% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 122,020 jobs | $9,750 – $29,300 | $19,500 | +12% |
Cost by quality level and size in Rochester
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Rochester. 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
$8,750 to $15,700
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$14,000 to $21,000
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$19,200 to $26,200
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $5,000 – $9,000 | $8,000 – $12,000 | $11,000 – $15,000 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $8,750 – $15,700 | $14,000 – $21,000 | $19,200 – $26,200 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $12,500 – $22,500 | $20,000 – $30,000 | $27,500 – $37,500 |
The best months for vinyl siding in Rochester
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Rochester Intl 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 Rochester are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, November 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.
Rochester gets about 35 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 53 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (5.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 3.5 and 2.4 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 | 23 | 7 | 1.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 27 | 11 | 1.0 | Cold |
| Mar | 40 | 23 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 35 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 68 | 47 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 58 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 80 | 61 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 78 | 58 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 50 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 38 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 42 | 26 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Dec | 28 | 14 | 1.3 | Cold |
Who does the work: Rochester 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 Rochester the blend is 1.13.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $30.58 an hour, 5% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.59 and $38.84 an hour. About 460 work in the metro. That is 37.4 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 $28.55 an hour, which is 26% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.36 and $43.11 an hour. BLS counts 990 of them working in the area, 80.5 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 $35.42 an hour, 19% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $32.29 and $35.42 an hour. About 60 work in the metro. That is 4.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
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 $1,200. That is a swing of roughly 6.9% to 8.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Rochester has 122,980 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 176th 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% | $23.59 | $30.58 | $38.84 | $29.12 | 1.05 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.36 | $28.55 | $43.11 | $22.66 | 1.26 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $32.29 | $35.42 | $35.42 | $29.71 | 1.19 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.13 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Rochester
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Rochester wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+7%) and window replacement lowest (level); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,650 – $13,200 | +7% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,350 | +4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,550 – $14,900 | level |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | +2% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,200 – $34,100 | +6% |
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Vinyl siding in Rochester: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Rochester?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,750 to $26,200 in the Rochester area. A standard-spec job lands at $14,000 to $21,000. 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 Rochester?
About $4.15 to $12.50 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 Rochester or La Crosse?
La Crosse is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $17,000, which is 3% less than Rochester ($17,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Rochester?
About 54% at the midpoint, or $9,450 out of $17,500. Materials are 46% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Rochester?
$8,750 to $26,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Rochester?
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 Rochester area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Rochester expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Minnesota?
Rochester is 3% below the Minnesota statewide estimate ($18,100 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Minnesota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Rochester?
The BLS median is $30.58 an hour in the Rochester area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.59 to $38.84.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Rochester?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $8,750 to $15,700 and premium work $19,200 to $26,200. 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 Rochester?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. April and October 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 Rochester
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.