Window replacement cost in Tampa, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,150 – $13,900
- Per window
- $414 – $1,394
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #224
- 1 = most expensive
Tampa homeowners pay roughly $4,150 to $13,900 to replace windows at 10 windows, or $414 to $1,394 per window (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Tampa is 7% lower. Glaziers earn a median of $22.84 an hour in the Tampa area, 17% below the US median of $27.44.
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Tampa, FL, standard level
$7,100 to $11,000
About $708 to $1,100 per window before permits. Labor is about 25% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,150 | $8,350 |
| Labor | $1,900 | $2,650 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,100 | $11,000 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Tampa, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,800 | $6,750 | $10,700 | 75% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $2,250 | $3,200 | 25% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,150 | $9,050 | $13,900 | 100% |
Why Tampa prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on glaziers, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $22.84 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Tampa is 0.85 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 25% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Tampa metro is 95.5 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 10 windows comes to $6,750, compared with $7,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.9) and land at $0 to $0.
How Tampa compares
Same job, same size (10 windows), priced for the nearest metros. North Port is the priciest of the group at $9,100. Ocala is the cheapest at $8,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampa, FLthis page | $4,150 – $13,900 | $9,050 | |
| Lakeland, FL50 miles | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | level |
| North Port, FL55 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +1% |
| Orlando, FL75 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | level |
| Ocala, FL80 miles | $4,000 – $13,600 | $8,800 | −2% |
| Punta Gorda, FL90 miles | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | level |
| Florida (statewide) | $4,200 – $14,200 | $9,150 | +1% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +8% |
Across 300 US metros, Tampa comes in at #224 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Tampa is 1% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $4,300 – $14,700 | $9,550 | +5% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | level |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +1% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +1% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | level |
| Lakeland, FL | 265,280 jobs | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Tampa's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Tampa against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $5,000 – $16,500 | $10,800 | +19% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | level |
| Denver, CO | 1,609,350 jobs | $4,700 – $15,500 | $10,100 | +11% |
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | +1% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: window replacement pricing in Tampa
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Tampa 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 4 common sizes.
Basic
$4,150 to $8,050
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,100 to $11,000
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,000 to $13,900
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,050 – $4,050 | $3,550 – $5,500 | $5,000 – $6,950 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,150 – $8,050 | $7,100 – $11,000 | $10,000 – $13,900 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,200 – $12,100 | $10,600 – $16,500 | $15,000 – $20,900 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,300 – $20,100 | $17,700 – $27,500 | $25,000 – $34,800 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Tampa bid
Frame material
Vinyl windows run $350-$1,500 each installed, fiberglass $400-$2,000, composite $400-$2,300, and wood $800-$3,800 (HomeGuide).
Window type
Single-hung and picture windows are cheapest; bay and bow windows can reach $3,000-$8,000+.
Count
Replacing 10 to 15 windows runs $4,500-$22,500; at 25 windows it is $11,250-$37,500.
What nearby projects cost in Tampa
Because every project leans on different trades, Tampa's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −6% and patio door −9%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $550 – $5,450 | −9% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,700 – $23,100 | −9% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $650 – $3,450 | −6% |
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 Tampa is 0.85 times the national level.
For glaziers (47-2121, weighted 50%) the local median is $22.84 an hour, which is 17% below the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $18.82 and $28.72 an hour. BLS counts 820 of them working in the area, 5.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.8), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $25.06 an hour, which is 14% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.58 and $29.31 an hour. BLS counts 6,010 of them working in the area, 41.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.12 an hour, 7% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.05 and $27.22 an hour. About 14,380 work in the metro. That is 99.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the glaziers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($28.72 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $290. At the 25th percentile ($18.82) it shrinks by about $200. The total moves by 3.2% or 2.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 1,447,120 jobs in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater area. That makes it the 19th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.93% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $18.82 | $22.84 | $28.72 | $27.44 | 0.83 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $22.58 | $25.06 | $29.31 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.05 | $22.12 | $27.22 | $23.84 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
When to schedule windows in Tampa
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Tampa Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
October through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Tampa (8 of 12 months). June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Tampa gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (9.0 inches in August). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 2.3 and 1.4 inches. The station averages about 94 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 | 71 | 53 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Feb | 74 | 56 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 78 | 59 | 2.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 83 | 65 | 2.5 | Workable |
| May | 88 | 71 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 75 | 7.4 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 77 | 7.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 77 | 9.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 75 | 6.1 | Hot |
| Oct | 86 | 69 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 79 | 61 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 74 | 56 | 2.6 | Workable |
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Window replacement in Tampa: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Tampa?
For 10 windows, expect $4,150 to $13,900 in the Tampa area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,100 to $11,000. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Tampa?
About $414 to $1,394 per window for materials and labor, plus $0 to $0 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $450 to $1,500.
+Is windows cheaper in Tampa or Lakeland?
Lakeland is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,000, which is 0% less than Tampa ($9,050). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Tampa?
About 25% at the midpoint, or $2,250 out of $9,050. Materials are 75% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Tampa?
$6,200 to $20,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Tampa?
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 Tampa area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Tampa expensive for windows compared with the rest of Florida?
Tampa is 1% below the Florida statewide estimate ($9,150 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Tampa?
The BLS median is $22.84 an hour in the Tampa area, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.82 to $28.72.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Tampa?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,150 to $8,050 and premium work $10,000 to $13,900. Basic means: standard vinyl single-hung, same openings. Premium means: fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes.
+When is the best time to replace windows in Tampa?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. 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.
Window replacement near Tampa
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 Window Replacement Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (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 = 65% of the low installed price and 75% of the high one, from HomeGuide's statement that the window unit is 65-75% of replacement cost.