Window replacement cost in Rockford, IL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,500 – $14,800
- Per window
- $452 – $1,477
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #92
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace windows in Rockford, plan on $4,500 to $14,800 for 10 windows, all in. Per window, that is $452 to $1,477 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.6).
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Rockford, IL, standard level
$7,600 to $11,700
About $760 to $1,170 per window before permits. Labor is about 31% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,050 | $8,200 |
| Labor | $2,500 | $3,500 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,600 | $11,700 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Rockford, IL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,750 | $6,650 | $10,500 | 69% |
| Labor | $1,800 | $3,000 | $4,250 | 31% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,500 | $9,650 | $14,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Rockford number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: glaziers at 50%, carpenters at 40%, general maintenance and repair workers at 10%. Weighted together, Rockford wages are 1.13 times the national level. Labor makes up about 31% of the midpoint estimate (27% at national prices). BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Illinois statewide median.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Rockford metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 10 windows comes to $6,650, compared with $7,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (92.2) and land at $0 to $0.
Data note: 50% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Rockford. The wage table below marks each row.
Rockford 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 Rockford is 1.13 times the national level.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 50% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Rockford metro, so we used the Illinois statewide median: $29.73 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $27.53 and $47.25 an hour.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $34.99 an hour, which is 20% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $27.33 and $47.16 an hour. BLS counts 810 of them working in the area, 58.8 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 $25.78 an hour, 8% above the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $19.56 and $31.24 an hour. About 1,980 work in the metro. That is 143.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the glaziers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($47.25 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $850. At the 25th percentile ($27.53) it shrinks by about $110. The total moves by 8.8% or 1.1%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 137,650 jobs in the Rockford area. That makes it the 161st largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.09% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $27.53 | $29.73 | $47.25 | $27.44 | 1.08 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $27.33 | $34.99 | $47.16 | $29.12 | 1.20 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $19.56 | $25.78 | $31.24 | $23.84 | 1.08 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.13 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Rockford
Because every project leans on different trades, Rockford's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, vinyl siding runs +8% and front door level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $610 – $6,250 | +4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $540 – $2,450 | level |
| Storm door | 1 door | $370 – $970 | +3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,050 – $27,200 | +8% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $740 – $3,750 | +2% |
Rockford against nearby metros and the rest of Illinois
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Rockford. Racine is the lowest at about $9,450 (midpoint, 10 windows), 70 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockford, ILthis page | $4,500 – $14,800 | $9,650 | |
| Janesville, WI25 miles | $4,550 – $14,900 | $9,750 | +1% |
| Madison, WI60 miles | $4,750 – $15,300 | $10,000 | +4% |
| Kenosha, WI60 miles | $4,800 – $15,900 | $10,400 | +7% |
| Racine, WI70 miles | $4,400 – $14,500 | $9,450 | −2% |
| Milwaukee, WI70 miles | $4,600 – $14,900 | $9,750 | +1% |
| Illinois (statewide) | $4,900 – $16,100 | $10,500 | +9% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +1% |
Across 300 US metros, Rockford comes in at #92 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Rockford is 8% below the Illinois figure.
Other Illinois metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $5,000 – $16,500 | $10,800 | +12% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $4,550 – $14,800 | $9,700 | level |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 jobs | $4,450 – $14,600 | $9,550 | −1% |
| Springfield, IL | 100,810 jobs | $4,550 – $14,800 | $9,700 | +1% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $4,550 – $14,800 | $9,650 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Rockford's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Rockford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 139,260 jobs | $4,300 – $14,300 | $9,300 | −4% |
| Evansville, IN | 135,250 jobs | $4,400 – $14,500 | $9,500 | −2% |
| Huntington, WV | 140,740 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | −6% |
| Flint, MI | 135,040 jobs | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,200 | −5% |
Climate in Rockford: timing your windows job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Rockford Gtr Rockford Ap (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 Rockford (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.
Rockford gets about 37 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 37 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (5.2 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.4 and 2.3 inches. The station averages about 15 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 | 29 | 15 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 33 | 18 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 28 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 39 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 50 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 60 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 64 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 62 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 54 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 62 | 42 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 31 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 34 | 20 | 1.9 | Cold |
Rockford: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Rockford 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
$4,500 to $8,600
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,600 to $11,700
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,700 to $14,800
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,250 – $4,300 | $3,800 – $5,850 | $5,350 – $7,400 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,500 – $8,600 | $7,600 – $11,700 | $10,700 – $14,800 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,800 – $12,900 | $11,400 – $17,500 | $16,000 – $22,200 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $11,300 – $21,600 | $19,000 – $29,200 | $26,700 – $36,900 |
Why two Rockford 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.
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Window replacement in Rockford: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Rockford?
For 10 windows, expect $4,500 to $14,800 in the Rockford area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,600 to $11,700. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Rockford?
About $452 to $1,477 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 Rockford or Janesville?
Janesville is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,750, which is 1% more than Rockford ($9,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Rockford?
About 31% at the midpoint, or $3,000 out of $9,650. Materials are 69% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Rockford?
$6,800 to $22,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Rockford?
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 Rockford area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Rockford expensive for windows compared with the rest of Illinois?
Rockford is 8% below the Illinois statewide estimate ($10,500 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Illinois; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Rockford?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $29.73 an hour, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.53 to $47.25.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Rockford?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,500 to $8,600 and premium work $10,700 to $14,800. 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 Rockford?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March 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 Rockford
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.