Window replacement cost in Boise, ID
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,350 – $14,400
- Per window
- $434 – $1,445
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #131
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace windows in Boise, plan on $4,350 to $14,400 for 10 windows, all in. Per window, that is $434 to $1,445 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 4% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.2).
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Boise, ID, standard level
$7,350 to $11,400
About $737 to $1,141 per window before permits. Labor is about 27% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,200 | $8,400 |
| Labor | $2,150 | $3,000 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,350 | $11,400 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Boise, ID
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,800 | $6,800 | $10,800 | 73% |
| Labor | $1,550 | $2,600 | $3,650 | 27% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,350 | $9,400 | $14,400 | 100% |
Why Boise prices look the way they do
Labor is 27% of the midpoint bill here, against 27% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is glaziers (50%), carpenters (40%), general maintenance and repair workers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Boise the blended ratio comes out at 0.97.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Boise metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 10 windows comes to $6,800, compared with $7,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (98.4) and land at $0 to $0.
Why two Boise quotes can differ
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.
Permit
Window permits are $50-$200 each, or $400-$600 total for a multi-window job, and are often only needed when you change the opening (HomeGuide). No permit fee is included here because many cities do not ask for one on same-size replacements.
Cost by quality level and size in Boise
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Boise 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
$4,350 to $8,400
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,350 to $11,400
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,400 to $14,400
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,150 – $4,200 | $3,700 – $5,700 | $5,200 – $7,200 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,350 – $8,400 | $7,350 – $11,400 | $10,400 – $14,400 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,500 – $12,600 | $11,100 – $17,100 | $15,600 – $21,700 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,800 – $21,000 | $18,400 – $28,500 | $26,000 – $36,100 |
Boise labor market for windows
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 Boise is 0.97 times the national level.
For glaziers (47-2121, weighted 50%) the local median is $29.31 an hour, which is 7% above the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $24.79 and $33.32 an hour. BLS counts 300 of them working in the area, 7.7 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 $24.45 an hour, which is 16% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.63 and $30.30 an hour. BLS counts 4,080 of them working in the area, 104.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.17 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $20.40 and $29.03 an hour. About 3,160 work in the metro. That is 80.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the glaziers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($33.32 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $190. At the 25th percentile ($24.79) it shrinks by about $220. The total moves by 2.1% or 2.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 391,790 jobs in the Boise City area. That makes it the 67th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.25% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $24.79 | $29.31 | $33.32 | $27.44 | 1.07 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $21.63 | $24.45 | $30.30 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $20.40 | $23.17 | $29.03 | $23.84 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
Climate in Boise: timing your windows job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Boise Air Terminal (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through June and September through November are the stretches where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Boise (8 of 12 months). January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F; July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January 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.
Boise gets about 12 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 18 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, May and December (1.5 inches in December). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.8 and 0.4 inches. The station averages about 55 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 | 39 | 26 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 46 | 29 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 56 | 35 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 62 | 40 | 1.2 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 48 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 54 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 93 | 62 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 61 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Sep | 80 | 53 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 65 | 42 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 32 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 25 | 1.5 | Cold |
Boise against nearby metros and the rest of Idaho
Same job, same size (10 windows), priced for the nearest metros. Bend is the priciest of the group at $10,200. Ogden is the cheapest at $9,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, IDthis page | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,400 | |
| Idaho Falls, ID190 miles | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,400 | level |
| Logan, UT235 miles | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,200 | −2% |
| Salt Lake City, UT235 miles | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Bend, OR250 miles | $4,750 – $15,800 | $10,200 | +9% |
| Ogden, UT255 miles | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −2% |
| Idaho (statewide) | $4,350 – $14,500 | $9,400 | level |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Boise comes in at #131 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Boise is 0% below the Idaho figure.
Other Idaho metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 jobs | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,400 | level |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 72,280 jobs | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Boise's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Boise against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −3% |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −4% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | −3% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,850 | +5% |
Related projects, priced for Boise
Because every project leans on different trades, Boise's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −6% and storm door −8%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $570 – $5,650 | −6% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,800 – $23,400 | −7% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $650 – $3,500 | −6% |
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Window replacement in Boise: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Boise?
For 10 windows, expect $4,350 to $14,400 in the Boise area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,350 to $11,400. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Boise?
About $434 to $1,445 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 Boise or Idaho Falls?
Idaho Falls is 190 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,400, which is 0% more than Boise ($9,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Boise?
About 27% at the midpoint, or $2,600 out of $9,400. Materials are 73% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Boise?
$6,500 to $21,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Boise?
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 Boise area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Boise expensive for windows compared with the rest of Idaho?
Boise is 0% below the Idaho statewide estimate ($9,400 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Idaho; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Boise?
The BLS median is $29.31 an hour in the Boise area, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.79 to $33.32.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Boise?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,350 to $8,400 and premium work $10,400 to $14,400. 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 Boise?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and September through November. June and September 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 Boise
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.