Vinyl siding cost in Providence, RI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $8,700 – $26,000
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.15 – $12.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #67
- 1 = most expensive
New vinyl siding in Providence, RI usually costs $8,700 to $26,000 for 2,100 sq ft of wall. That works out to about $4.15 to $12.50 per sq ft of wall before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $560 more. Carpenters earn a median of $29.76 an hour in the Providence area, 2% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Providence, RI, standard level
$13,900 to $20,800
About $6.60 to $9.90 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,550 | $9,800 |
| Labor | $7,350 | $11,000 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $13,900 | $20,800 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Providence, RI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,100 | $8,150 | $12,200 | 47% |
| Labor | $4,600 | $9,200 | $13,800 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,700 | $17,400 | $26,000 | 100% |
Why Providence prices look the way they do
Labor is 53% 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 Providence the blended ratio comes out at 1.10.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Providence is at 97.1 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 101.8: $0 to $0.
Related projects, priced for Providence
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Providence wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+7%) and window replacement lowest (−1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,650 – $13,300 | +7% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,300 | +3% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,500 – $14,900 | −1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | level |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,000 – $33,900 | +5% |
What local crews earn in Providence
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 Providence the blend is 1.10.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $29.76 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $26.71 and $38.38 an hour. About 4,140 work in the metro. That is 58.0 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 $28.50 an hour, which is 26% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $23.10 and $37.25 an hour. BLS counts 3,240 of them working in the area, 45.4 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 $31.30 an hour, 5% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $25.04 and $39.42 an hour. About 520 work in the metro. That is 7.3 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 $1,500 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $530. That is a swing of roughly 3.0% to 8.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Providence-Warwick has 714,120 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 42nd 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% | $26.71 | $29.76 | $38.38 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $23.10 | $28.50 | $37.25 | $22.66 | 1.26 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $25.04 | $31.30 | $39.42 | $29.71 | 1.05 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.10 | |||||
Providence 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, Providence T F Green 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 Providence are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, 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.
Providence gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 37 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and December (4.9 inches in March). Inside the workable window, May and July are the driest, at 3.4 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 12 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 | 38 | 22 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 24 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 30 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 59 | 40 | 4.3 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 49 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 59 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 65 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 64 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 57 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 45 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 36 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 43 | 28 | 4.7 | Cold |
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl siding pricing in Providence
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Providence. 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
$8,700 to $15,600
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$13,900 to $20,800
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$19,100 to $26,000
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $4,950 – $8,950 | $7,950 – $11,900 | $10,900 – $14,900 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $8,700 – $15,600 | $13,900 – $20,800 | $19,100 – $26,000 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $12,400 – $22,300 | $19,800 – $29,800 | $27,300 – $37,200 |
How Providence compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Providence. Norwich comes closest at about $17,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RIthis page | $8,700 – $26,000 | $17,400 | |
| Norwich, CT45 miles | $8,700 – $26,100 | $17,400 | level |
| Worcester, MA55 miles | $9,300 – $27,800 | $18,600 | +7% |
| Boston, MA60 miles | $9,550 – $28,700 | $19,100 | +10% |
| Barnstable, MA60 miles | $9,150 – $27,500 | $18,300 | +6% |
| Hartford, CT65 miles | $8,800 – $26,400 | $17,600 | +2% |
| Rhode Island (statewide) | $8,600 – $25,800 | $17,200 | −1% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Providence ranks #67 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Providence is 1% above the Rhode Island figure.
Providence is the only Rhode Island metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Providence against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $7,750 – $23,200 | $15,500 | −11% |
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $8,100 – $24,200 | $16,200 | −7% |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $7,650 – $23,000 | $15,300 | −12% |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 677,680 jobs | $7,500 – $22,500 | $15,000 | −14% |
Why two Providence 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.
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Vinyl siding in Providence: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Providence?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,700 to $26,000 in the Providence area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,900 to $20,800. 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 Providence?
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 Providence or Norwich?
Norwich is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $17,400, which is 0% more than Providence ($17,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Providence?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $9,200 out of $17,400. Materials are 47% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Providence?
$8,700 to $26,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Providence?
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 Providence area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Providence expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Rhode Island?
Providence is 1% above the Rhode Island statewide estimate ($17,200 at the midpoint).
+What do carpenters earn in Providence?
The BLS median is $29.76 an hour in the Providence area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $26.71 to $38.38.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Providence?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $8,700 to $15,600 and premium work $19,100 to $26,000. 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 Providence?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March 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 Providence
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.