Window replacement cost in Massachusetts
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (10 windows)
- $5,250 – $16,700
- Per window
- $525 – $1,673
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +13%
- US $9,750
- Metros covered
- 6
Across Massachusetts, replacement windows costs about $5,250 to $16,700 for 10 windows. Statewide, that midpoint is 13% above the US figure of $9,750. Glaziers earn a median $48.47 an hour in Massachusetts (US: $27.44).
Inside Massachusetts, the metros we cover range from $9,900 (Pittsfield) to $11,200 (Boston) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Massachusetts (statewide), standard level
$8,700 to $13,300
About $870 to $1,329 per window before permits. Labor is about 36% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,350 | $8,650 |
| Labor | $3,350 | $4,650 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $8,700 | $13,300 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Massachusetts
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,900 | $7,000 | $11,100 | 64% |
| Labor | $2,350 | $4,000 | $5,600 | 36% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $5,250 | $11,000 | $16,700 | 100% |
Window replacement: what moves the price in Massachusetts
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.
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.
Which Massachusetts city is cheapest for windows?
1 of the 6 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $11,000, and the top-to-bottom gap is 13%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (10 windows) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $5,350 – $17,100 | $11,200 | +2% |
| Barnstable, MA | $5,150 – $16,400 | $10,800 | −2% |
| Amherst, MA | $5,100 – $16,300 | $10,700 | −3% |
| Springfield, MA | $4,950 – $15,900 | $10,400 | −5% |
| Worcester, MA | $4,850 – $15,700 | $10,300 | −6% |
| Pittsfield, MA | $4,600 – $15,200 | $9,900 | −10% |
Massachusetts labor market for windows
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 3 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 1.50 for Massachusetts.
For glaziers (47-2121, weighted 50%) the local median is $48.47 an hour, which is 77% above the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $35.77 and $52.67 an hour. BLS counts 1,080 of them working in the state, 3.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.8), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $36.16 an hour, which is 24% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $29.21 and $46.88 an hour. BLS counts 18,540 of them working in the state, 51.0 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 $28.04 an hour, 18% above the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $22.55 and $33.42 an hour. About 29,830 work in the state. That is 82.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for glaziers ($52.67 an hour) would add about $200 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($35.77) would take off about $620. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 3,637,650 jobs across Massachusetts (May 2025), which is 2.3% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $35.77 | $48.47 | $52.67 | $27.44 | 1.77 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $29.21 | $36.16 | $46.88 | $29.12 | 1.24 | state |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $22.55 | $28.04 | $33.42 | $23.84 | 1.18 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.50 | |||||
If you are planning more than one job in Massachusetts
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Massachusetts wages and prices. Against national midpoints, patio door comes out highest (+18%) and front door lowest (+5%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $670 – $7,150 | +18% |
| Front door | 1 door | $570 – $2,600 | +5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $390 – $1,000 | +9% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,550 – $28,600 | +13% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $760 – $3,900 | +6% |
When Massachusetts weather lets you replace
Season matters for windows. For each Massachusetts metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Barnstable has the longest comfortable season of the metros we cover in Massachusetts at 10 months (March through December); Pittsfield has the shortest at 8 (April through November). Rainfall runs from 44 inches a year in Boston to 48 inches in Worcester.
We do not adjust prices by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. Timing is still worth raising when you collect bids.
| Metro | Jan avg low °F | Jul avg high °F | Precip (in/yr) | Comfortable months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | 23 | 82 | 44 | 9: March through November |
| Worcester | 17 | 80 | 48 | 8: April through November |
| Springfield | 16 | 85 | 45 | 9: March through November |
| Barnstable | 24 | 81 | 45 | 10: March through December |
| Amherst | 16 | 85 | 45 | 9: March through November |
| Pittsfield | 14 | 79 | 44 | 8: April through November |
How Massachusetts compares with nearby states
Massachusetts ranks 2 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for windows, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $11,600 and the cheapest Arkansas at $8,750, both for 10 windows at the midpoint. Massachusetts sits at $11,000. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 40 miles away | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,700 | −12% |
| Rhode Island | 50 miles away | $4,500 – $14,800 | $9,650 | −12% |
| Connecticut | 110 miles away | $4,600 – $15,100 | $9,800 | −11% |
| Maine | 120 miles away | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | −15% |
| Vermont | 180 miles away | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,700 | −12% |
Quality levels and sizes in Massachusetts
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Massachusetts wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$5,250 to $9,850
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$8,700 to $13,300
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$12,100 to $16,700
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,650 – $4,900 | $4,350 – $6,650 | $6,050 – $8,350 |
| small house (10 windows) | $5,250 – $9,850 | $8,700 – $13,300 | $12,100 – $16,700 |
| average house (15 windows) | $7,900 – $14,800 | $13,000 – $19,900 | $18,200 – $25,100 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $13,100 – $24,600 | $21,700 – $33,200 | $30,400 – $41,800 |
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Window replacement in Massachusetts: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Massachusetts?
$5,250 to $16,700 for 10 windows, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Massachusetts can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Massachusetts is cheapest for windows?
Pittsfield at about $9,900 (midpoint, 10 windows). The priciest is Boston at $11,200.
+Is windows cheaper in Massachusetts than the US average?
It is 13% more expensive: $11,000 against $9,750 for 10 windows at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Massachusetts?
About 36% ($4,000). Materials are 64%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.50x the national wage level.
+What do glaziers earn in Massachusetts?
The BLS statewide median is $48.47 an hour, against $27.44 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $35.77 to $52.67.
+Where does Massachusetts rank for windows costs?
2nd most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $11,000 for 10 windows. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Massachusetts?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $5,250 to $9,850 and premium work $12,100 to $16,700. Basic means: standard vinyl single-hung, same openings. Premium means: fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes.
+Does the season matter for windows in Massachusetts?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Massachusetts metros we cover, Barnstable has the most comfortable months (10 of 12) based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Our prices do not change by month, so ask contractors whether they charge more or less in busy and slow seasons.
Window replacement by city in Massachusetts
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.