Vinyl siding cost in Spokane, WA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $8,850 – $26,600
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.20 – $12.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +6%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #56
- 1 = most expensive
Spokane homeowners pay roughly $8,850 to $26,600 to install vinyl siding at 2,100 sq ft of wall, or $4.20 to $12.50 per sq ft of wall (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Spokane is 6% higher. Carpenters earn a median of $29.76 an hour in the Spokane area, 2% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Spokane, WA, standard level
$14,200 to $21,300
About $6.75 to $10 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $7,050 | $10,600 |
| Labor | $7,150 | $10,700 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $14,200 | $21,300 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Spokane, WA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,400 | $8,800 | $13,200 | 50% |
| Labor | $4,450 | $8,900 | $13,400 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,850 | $17,700 | $26,600 | 100% |
Why Spokane prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $29.76 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Spokane is 1.06 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 50% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Spokane metro is 105.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,100 sq ft of wall comes to $8,800, compared with $8,400 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.3) 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 Spokane is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $29.76 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $27.92 and $36.43 an hour. BLS counts 2,020 of them working in the area, 79.0 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 $24.53 an hour, 8% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.24 and $31.37 an hour. About 1,700 work in the metro. That is 66.5 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 $36.58 an hour, which is 23% above the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $27.77 and $48.15 an hour. BLS counts 190 of them working in the area, 7.4 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 ($36.43 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,150. At the 25th percentile ($27.92) it shrinks by about $320. The total moves by 6.5% or 1.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 255,820 jobs in the Spokane-Spokane Valley area. That makes it the 101st largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.16% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $27.92 | $29.76 | $36.43 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.24 | $24.53 | $31.37 | $22.66 | 1.08 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $27.77 | $36.58 | $48.15 | $29.71 | 1.23 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Spokane bid
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.
Style
Clapboard vinyl siding runs $4-$7 per sq ft installed; board-and-batten is $5-$9 (HomeGuide).
Related projects, priced for Spokane
Because every project leans on different trades, Spokane's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs +11% and window replacement +4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,450 – $13,200 | +6% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,400 – $4,500 | +8% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,700 – $15,700 | +4% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,150 – $4,400 | +11% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,000 – $34,800 | +8% |
When to schedule vinyl siding in Spokane
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Spokane Felts Fld (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 Spokane (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.
Spokane gets about 17 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, November and December (2.2 inches in December). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.5 inches. The station averages about 29 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 | 38 | 26 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 43 | 27 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Mar | 51 | 32 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 37 | 1.5 | Workable |
| May | 70 | 44 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 50 | 1.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 56 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 55 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 47 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 60 | 38 | 1.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 45 | 31 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 37 | 26 | 2.2 | Cold |
How Spokane compares
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Spokane. Coeur d'Alene is the lowest at about $16,100 (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall), 55 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane, WAthis page | $8,850 – $26,600 | $17,700 | |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID55 miles | $8,050 – $24,200 | $16,100 | −9% |
| Kennewick, WA140 miles | $9,200 – $27,600 | $18,400 | +4% |
| Missoula, MT175 miles | $8,150 – $24,500 | $16,300 | −8% |
| Yakima, WA185 miles | $8,900 – $26,600 | $17,800 | level |
| Seattle, WA200 miles | $9,900 – $29,700 | $19,800 | +12% |
| Washington (statewide) | $9,700 – $29,000 | $19,400 | +9% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −5% |
Across 300 US metros, Spokane comes in at #56 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, Spokane is 8% below the Washington figure.
Other Washington metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 jobs | $9,900 – $29,700 | $19,800 | +12% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 jobs | $9,150 – $27,400 | $18,300 | +3% |
| Kennewick, WA | 129,490 jobs | $9,200 – $27,600 | $18,400 | +4% |
| Yakima, WA | 97,010 jobs | $8,900 – $26,600 | $17,800 | level |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $9,200 – $27,500 | $18,400 | +4% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $9,650 – $28,900 | $19,300 | +9% |
Cities with a workforce like Spokane's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Spokane against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeland, FL | 265,280 jobs | $7,350 – $22,000 | $14,700 | −17% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $8,450 – $25,400 | $16,900 | −4% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $7,450 – $22,300 | $14,900 | −16% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $8,250 – $24,800 | $16,500 | −7% |
Cost by quality level and size in Spokane
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Spokane 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
$8,850 to $16,000
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$14,200 to $21,300
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$19,500 to $26,600
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $5,050 – $9,100 | $8,100 – $12,200 | $11,100 – $15,200 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $8,850 – $16,000 | $14,200 – $21,300 | $19,500 – $26,600 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $12,700 – $22,800 | $20,300 – $30,400 | $27,900 – $38,000 |
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Vinyl siding in Spokane: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Spokane?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,850 to $26,600 in the Spokane area. A standard-spec job lands at $14,200 to $21,300. 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 Spokane?
About $4.20 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 Spokane or Coeur d'Alene?
Coeur d'Alene is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $16,100, which is 9% less than Spokane ($17,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Spokane?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $8,900 out of $17,700. Materials are 50% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Spokane?
$8,850 to $26,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Spokane?
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 Spokane area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Spokane expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Washington?
Spokane is 8% below the Washington statewide estimate ($19,400 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Washington; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Spokane?
The BLS median is $29.76 an hour in the Spokane area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.92 to $36.43.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Spokane?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $8,850 to $16,000 and premium work $19,500 to $26,600. 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 Spokane?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. July and August 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 Spokane
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.