Vinyl siding cost in Winchester, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $7,600 – $22,700
- Per sq ft of wall
- $3.60 – $11
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #225
- 1 = most expensive
Winchester homeowners pay roughly $7,600 to $22,700 to install vinyl siding at 2,100 sq ft of wall, or $3.60 to $11 per sq ft of wall (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Winchester is 10% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $24.12 an hour in the Winchester area, 17% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Winchester, VA, standard level
$12,100 to $18,200
About $5.80 to $8.65 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,500 | $9,750 |
| Labor | $5,650 | $8,450 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $12,100 | $18,200 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Winchester, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,050 | $8,100 | $12,200 | 54% |
| Labor | $3,500 | $7,050 | $10,600 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $7,600 | $15,200 | $22,700 | 100% |
Where the Winchester 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 $24.12 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Winchester is 0.84 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 46% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Winchester metro is 96.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,100 sq ft of wall comes to $8,100, compared with $8,400 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (96.5) and land at $0 to $0.
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 Winchester is 0.84 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $24.12 an hour, which is 17% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.03 and $29.21 an hour. BLS counts 270 of them working in the area, 39.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $20.27 an hour, 11% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.65 and $22.22 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 51.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 10%) the local median is $21.59 an hour, which is 27% below the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $21.59 and $24.90 an hour. BLS counts 80 of them working in the area, 11.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($29.21 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $880. At the 25th percentile ($21.03) it shrinks by about $530. The total moves by 5.8% or 3.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 67,740 jobs in the Winchester area. That makes it the 267th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $21.03 | $24.12 | $29.21 | $29.12 | 0.83 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.65 | $20.27 | $22.22 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $21.59 | $21.59 | $24.90 | $29.71 | 0.73 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.84 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Winchester?
Because every project leans on different trades, Winchester's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, window replacement runs −4% and metal roof −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,300 – $11,200 | −11% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,850 | −9% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $940 – $3,800 | −5% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,550 – $28,900 | −12% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Winchester 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.
Cost by quality level and size in Winchester
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Winchester 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
$7,600 to $13,600
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$12,100 to $18,200
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$16,700 to $22,700
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $4,350 – $7,800 | $6,950 – $10,400 | $9,550 – $13,000 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $7,600 – $13,600 | $12,100 – $18,200 | $16,700 – $22,700 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $10,800 – $19,500 | $17,300 – $26,000 | $23,800 – $32,500 |
When to schedule vinyl siding in Winchester
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Winchester (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through December is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Winchester (11 of 12 months). January has an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January 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.
Winchester gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 23 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and September (4.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.2 and 2.8 inches. The station averages about 24 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 | 41 | 24 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 45 | 26 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Mar | 53 | 32 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 42 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 73 | 52 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 61 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 66 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 64 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 57 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 45 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 55 | 35 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 45 | 28 | 3.1 | Workable |
Winchester against nearby metros and the rest of Virginia
Same job, same size (2,100 sq ft of wall), priced for the nearest metros. Washington is the priciest of the group at $17,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester, VAthis page | $7,600 – $22,700 | $15,200 | |
| Hagerstown, MD30 miles | $7,950 – $23,900 | $15,900 | +5% |
| Harrisonburg, VA55 miles | $7,650 – $22,900 | $15,300 | +1% |
| Chambersburg, PA60 miles | $7,950 – $23,800 | $15,900 | +5% |
| Washington, DC60 miles | $8,600 – $25,900 | $17,200 | +14% |
| Morgantown, WV75 miles | $7,750 – $23,300 | $15,500 | +2% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $8,050 – $24,200 | $16,100 | +6% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | +11% |
Across 300 US metros, Winchester comes in at #225 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, Winchester is 6% below the Virginia figure.
Other Virginia metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $7,650 – $23,000 | $15,300 | +1% |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $7,700 – $23,000 | $15,400 | +1% |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $7,350 – $22,100 | $14,700 | −3% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $7,900 – $23,800 | $15,800 | +5% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $7,400 – $22,300 | $14,800 | −2% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $7,400 – $22,200 | $14,800 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Winchester's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Winchester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, NC | 67,830 jobs | $7,550 – $22,700 | $15,100 | level |
| Morgantown, WV | 67,370 jobs | $7,750 – $23,300 | $15,500 | +2% |
| Dover, DE | 68,080 jobs | $7,850 – $23,600 | $15,700 | +4% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $8,050 – $24,200 | $16,100 | +6% |
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Vinyl siding in Winchester: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Winchester?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $7,600 to $22,700 in the Winchester area. A standard-spec job lands at $12,100 to $18,200. 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 Winchester?
About $3.60 to $11 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 Winchester or Hagerstown?
Hagerstown is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $15,900, which is 5% more than Winchester ($15,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Winchester?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $7,050 out of $15,200. Materials are 54% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Winchester?
$7,600 to $22,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Winchester?
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 Winchester area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Winchester expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Virginia?
Winchester is 6% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($16,100 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Winchester?
The BLS median is $24.12 an hour in the Winchester area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.03 to $29.21.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Winchester?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $7,600 to $13,600 and premium work $16,700 to $22,700. 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 Winchester?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through December. February 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 Winchester
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.