Vinyl siding cost in Racine, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,100 sq ft of wall)
- $8,450 – $25,400
- Per sq ft of wall
- $4.05 – $12
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $16,800
- Rank of 300 metros
- #101
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new vinyl siding in the Racine area: $8,450 to $25,400 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 lands close to the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $29.29 an hour in the Racine area, 1% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Racine, WI, standard level
$13,500 to $20,300
About $6.45 to $9.65 per sq ft of wall before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,300 | $9,450 |
| Labor | $7,200 | $10,800 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $13,500 | $20,300 |
Cost breakdown for 2,100 sq ft of wall in Racine, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,950 | $7,900 | $11,800 | 47% |
| Labor | $4,500 | $9,050 | $13,500 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $8,450 | $16,900 | $25,400 | 100% |
Why Racine prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 60%, construction laborers at 30%, sheet metal workers at 10%. Weighted together, Racine wages are 1.07 times the national level. Labor makes up about 53% of the midpoint estimate (50% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Racine is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $8,400 nationally becomes $7,900 here (midpoint, 2,100 sq ft of wall). Permits follow the all-items index of 96.0: $0 to $0.
Data note: 10% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Racine. The wage table below marks each row.
Specs and site conditions that change a Racine 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.
Who does the work: Racine 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 Racine the blend is 1.07.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $29.29 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.17 and $40.84 an hour. About 320 work in the metro. That is 42.0 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 $26.11 an hour, which is 15% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.83 and $33.66 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 70.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Racine metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $37.38 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $24.21 and $46.79 an hour.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $2,000 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $890. That is a swing of roughly 5.2% to 11.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Racine-Mount Pleasant has 76,280 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 243rd 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% | $24.17 | $29.29 | $40.84 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.83 | $26.11 | $33.66 | $22.66 | 1.15 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 10% | $24.21 | $37.38 | $46.79 | $29.71 | 1.26 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.07 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl siding pricing in Racine
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Racine. 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
$8,450 to $15,200
Basic clapboard siding, simple house
Standard
$13,500 to $20,300
Mid-grade panels, standard trim and corners
Premium
$18,600 to $25,400
Premium or board-and-batten, many corners and gables
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (1,200 sq ft of wall) | $4,850 – $8,700 | $7,750 – $11,600 | $10,600 – $14,500 |
| average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) | $8,450 – $15,200 | $13,500 – $20,300 | $18,600 – $25,400 |
| large house (3,000 sq ft of wall) | $12,100 – $21,700 | $19,300 – $29,000 | $26,600 – $36,200 |
Is Racine cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Racine. Sheboygan comes closest at about $17,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Racine, WIthis page | $8,450 – $25,400 | $16,900 | |
| Milwaukee, WI10 miles | $8,650 – $26,000 | $17,300 | +3% |
| Kenosha, WI15 miles | $8,850 – $26,500 | $17,700 | +4% |
| Sheboygan, WI65 miles | $8,600 – $25,900 | $17,200 | +2% |
| Janesville, WI65 miles | $9,050 – $27,100 | $18,100 | +7% |
| Chicago, IL70 miles | $10,100 – $30,400 | $20,300 | +20% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $8,550 – $25,700 | $17,100 | +1% |
| United States | $8,400 – $25,200 | $16,800 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Racine ranks #101 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Racine is 1% below the Wisconsin figure.
Elsewhere in Wisconsin
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $8,650 – $26,000 | $17,300 | +3% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $8,600 – $25,800 | $17,200 | +2% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $8,450 – $25,300 | $16,900 | level |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $8,700 – $26,000 | $17,400 | +3% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $9,250 – $27,700 | $18,500 | +9% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $8,450 – $25,400 | $16,900 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Racine against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CA | 77,860 jobs | $9,900 – $29,700 | $19,800 | +17% |
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $7,500 – $22,600 | $15,000 | −11% |
| Chico, CA | 78,220 jobs | $9,400 – $28,200 | $18,800 | +11% |
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $8,850 – $26,500 | $17,700 | +4% |
What nearby projects cost in Racine
Jobs that often go together with vinyl siding are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Racine wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, metal roof comes out highest (+5%) and window replacement lowest (−3%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,450 – $12,900 | +4% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,300 | +3% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $3,900 | −3% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,100 – $33,600 | +5% |
The best months for vinyl siding in Racine
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Racine Batten 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 Racine are April through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March 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.
Racine gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and June (4.0 inches in June). Inside the workable window, July and November are the driest, at 2.9 and 2.2 inches. The station averages about 7 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 | 31 | 16 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 34 | 19 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 43 | 28 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 37 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 46 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 57 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 63 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 55 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 43 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 32 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 36 | 22 | 1.6 | Cold |
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Vinyl siding in Racine: your questions
+How much does it cost to install vinyl siding in Racine?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, expect $8,450 to $25,400 in the Racine area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,500 to $20,300. 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 Racine?
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 Racine or Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is 10 miles away. The midpoint for 2,100 sq ft of wall there is $17,300, which is 3% more than Racine ($16,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Racine?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $9,050 out of $16,900. Materials are 47% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 50%.
+What would average house (2,100 sq ft of wall) cost in Racine?
$8,450 to $25,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl siding need a permit in Racine?
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 Racine area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Racine expensive for vinyl siding compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Racine is 1% below the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($17,100 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Racine?
The BLS median is $29.29 an hour in the Racine area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.17 to $40.84.
+What do basic and premium vinyl siding work cost in Racine?
For 2,100 sq ft of wall, basic work runs $8,450 to $15,200 and premium work $18,600 to $25,400. 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 Racine?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. July 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 Racine
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.