Vinyl siding cost in Pittsburgh, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $8,500 – $25,600
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.05 – $12
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #88
- 1 = most expensive
Pittsburgh homeowners pay roughly $8,500 to $25,600 to install vinyl siding at 2,100 sq ft of wall, or $4.05 to $12 per sq ft of wall (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Pittsburgh is almost level. Carpenters earn a median of $29.41 an hour in the Pittsburgh area, 1% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Pittsburgh, PA, standard level
$13,600 to $20,500
About $6.50 to $9.75 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,750 | $10,100 |
| Labor | $6,850 | $10,300 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $13,600 | $20,500 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Pittsburgh, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,250 | $8,450 | $12,700 | 50% |
| Labor | $4,300 | $8,600 | $12,900 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,500 | $17,000 | $25,600 | 100% |
Where the Pittsburgh price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $29.41 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Pittsburgh is 1.02 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 50% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Pittsburgh metro is 100.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,100 sq ft of wall comes to $8,450, compared with $8,400 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (94.7) and land at $0 to $0.
How Pittsburgh compares
Same job, same size (2,100 sq ft of wall), priced for the nearest metros. Pittsburgh is the priciest of the group. Morgantown is the cheapest at $15,500.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh, PAthis page | $8,500 – $25,600 | $17,000 | |
| Wheeling, WV60 miles | $7,850 – $23,600 | $15,700 | −8% |
| Morgantown, WV65 miles | $7,750 – $23,300 | $15,500 | −9% |
| Youngstown, OH70 miles | $8,050 – $24,100 | $16,100 | −6% |
| Canton, OH75 miles | $8,250 – $24,700 | $16,500 | −3% |
| Altoona, PA80 miles | $8,250 – $24,700 | $16,500 | −3% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $8,400 – $25,100 | $16,800 | −2% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −1% |
Across 300 US metros, Pittsburgh comes in at #88 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $22,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $13,500 (midpoints, 2,100 sq ft of wall). Statewide, Pittsburgh is 2% above the Pennsylvania figure.
Other Pennsylvania metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $8,650 – $25,900 | $17,300 | +1% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $8,450 – $25,400 | $16,900 | −1% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −2% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $8,450 – $25,400 | $16,900 | −1% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $8,250 – $24,800 | $16,500 | −3% |
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $8,500 – $25,500 | $17,000 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Pittsburgh's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pittsburgh against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $7,400 – $22,200 | $14,800 | −13% |
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $8,850 – $26,500 | $17,700 | +4% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $10,300 – $31,000 | $20,700 | +21% |
| Indianapolis, IN | 1,105,170 jobs | $8,500 – $25,400 | $17,000 | level |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Pittsburgh is 1.02 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $29.41 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.40 and $38.14 an hour. BLS counts 5,920 of them working in the area, 53.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $24.33 an hour, 7% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.96 and $29.94 an hour. About 8,620 work in the metro. That is 77.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.91 an hour, which is 6% below the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $24.35 and $32.81 an hour. BLS counts 870 of them working in the area, 7.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($38.14 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,500. At the 25th percentile ($23.40) it shrinks by about $1,050. The total moves by 8.9% or 6.1%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 1,114,490 jobs in the Pittsburgh area. That makes it the 29th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.72% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $23.40 | $29.41 | $38.14 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.96 | $24.33 | $29.94 | $22.66 | 1.07 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $24.35 | $27.91 | $32.81 | $29.71 | 0.94 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.02 | |||||
When to schedule vinyl siding in Pittsburgh
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Pittsburgh Allegheny Co Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Pittsburgh (9 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February 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.
Pittsburgh gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.6 inches in June). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.1 and 3.0 inches. The station averages about 8 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 37 | 22 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Feb | 40 | 24 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 49 | 31 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 42 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 52 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 60 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 64 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 56 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 45 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 35 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 28 | 3.0 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Pittsburgh
Because every project leans on different trades, Pittsburgh's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs level and metal roof −2%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,950 – $12,300 | −2% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,200 | −1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,450 – $14,900 | −1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $4,000 | level |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,800 – $31,900 | −2% |
Why two Pittsburgh 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.
Pittsburgh: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Pittsburgh wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$8,500 to $15,300
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$13,600 to $20,500
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$18,700 to $25,600
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 | $7,800 – $11,700 | $10,700 – $14,600 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $8,500 – $15,300 | $13,600 – $20,500 | $18,700 – $25,600 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $12,200 – $21,900 | $19,500 – $29,200 | $26,800 – $36,500 |
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Vinyl siding in Pittsburgh: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Pittsburgh?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,500 to $25,600 in the Pittsburgh area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,600 to $20,500. 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 Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh or Wheeling?
Wheeling is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $15,700, which is 8% less than Pittsburgh ($17,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pittsburgh?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $8,600 out of $17,000. Materials are 50% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Pittsburgh?
$8,500 to $25,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Pittsburgh?
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 Pittsburgh area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pittsburgh expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Pittsburgh is 2% above the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($16,800 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Pittsburgh?
The BLS median is $29.41 an hour in the Pittsburgh area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.40 to $38.14.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Pittsburgh?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $8,500 to $15,300 and premium work $18,700 to $25,600. 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 Pittsburgh?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. October 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 Pittsburgh
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.