Window replacement cost in Bozeman, MT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,300 – $14,300
- Per window
- $429 – $1,433
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #155
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace windows in Bozeman, plan on $4,300 to $14,300 for 10 windows, all in. Per window, that is $429 to $1,433 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 5% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.0).
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Bozeman, MT, standard level
$7,300 to $11,300
About $730 to $1,132 per window before permits. Labor is about 27% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,200 | $8,400 |
| Labor | $2,100 | $2,900 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,300 | $11,300 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Bozeman, MT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,800 | $6,800 | $10,800 | 73% |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,500 | $3,550 | 27% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,300 | $9,300 | $14,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Bozeman 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, Bozeman wages are 0.94 times the national level. Labor makes up about 27% of the midpoint estimate (27% at national prices). BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Montana statewide median.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Bozeman metro is 96.0 (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 (102.5) 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 Bozeman. The wage table below marks each row.
Bozeman 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 Bozeman is 0.94 times the national level.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 50% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Bozeman metro, so we used the Montana statewide median: $23.73 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $22.14 and $29.04 an hour.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $30.02 an hour, which is 3% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.28 and $36.07 an hour. BLS counts 900 of them working in the area, 124.6 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 $22.88 an hour, 4% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.75 and $29.20 an hour. About 800 work in the metro. That is 110.8 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 ($29.04 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $260. At the 25th percentile ($22.14) it shrinks by about $75. The total moves by 2.8% or 0.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 72,210 jobs in the Bozeman area. That makes it the 256th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $22.14 | $23.73 | $29.04 | $27.44 | 0.86 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $28.28 | $30.02 | $36.07 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.75 | $22.88 | $29.20 | $23.84 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
Climate in Bozeman: timing your windows job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Bozeman Montana State Univ (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through October is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Bozeman (8 of 12 months). January, February, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, November 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.
Bozeman gets about 20 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 91 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (3.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 1.3 and 1.3 inches. The station averages about 12 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 | 34 | 15 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 17 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 24 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 55 | 31 | 2.5 | Workable |
| May | 63 | 39 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 72 | 46 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 52 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 50 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 71 | 42 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 57 | 32 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 42 | 22 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Dec | 33 | 15 | 1.0 | Cold |
Pick a size, pick a tier: window replacement pricing in Bozeman
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Bozeman 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
$4,300 to $8,300
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,300 to $11,300
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,300 to $14,300
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,150 – $4,150 | $3,650 – $5,650 | $5,150 – $7,150 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,300 – $8,300 | $7,300 – $11,300 | $10,300 – $14,300 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,450 – $12,500 | $11,000 – $17,000 | $15,500 – $21,500 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,700 – $20,800 | $18,300 – $28,300 | $25,800 – $35,800 |
How Bozeman compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Bozeman. Logan is the lowest at about $9,200 (midpoint, 10 windows), 255 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MTthis page | $4,300 – $14,300 | $9,300 | |
| Billings, MT115 miles | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | −1% |
| Idaho Falls, ID145 miles | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,400 | +1% |
| Missoula, MT185 miles | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,250 | −1% |
| Logan, UT255 miles | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,200 | −1% |
| Boise, ID300 miles | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,400 | +1% |
| Montana (statewide) | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,250 | −1% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Bozeman comes in at #155 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Bozeman is 1% above the Montana figure.
Other Montana metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | −1% |
| Missoula, MT | 67,070 jobs | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,250 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Bozeman's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bozeman against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor, ME | 72,270 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | −1% |
| Redding, CA | 71,550 jobs | $4,850 – $16,100 | $10,500 | +12% |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 72,280 jobs | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +2% |
| Bismarck, ND | 71,270 jobs | $4,400 – $14,500 | $9,450 | +2% |
Window replacement: what moves the price in Bozeman
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.
Planning more than one job in Bozeman?
Because every project leans on different trades, Bozeman's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, vinyl siding runs +2% and patio door −3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $580 – $5,800 | −3% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −2% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $930 | −2% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,600 – $25,800 | +2% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $700 – $3,650 | −1% |
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Window replacement in Bozeman: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Bozeman?
For 10 windows, expect $4,300 to $14,300 in the Bozeman area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,300 to $11,300. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Bozeman?
About $429 to $1,433 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 Bozeman or Billings?
Billings is 115 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,250, which is 1% less than Bozeman ($9,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bozeman?
About 27% at the midpoint, or $2,500 out of $9,300. Materials are 73% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Bozeman?
$6,450 to $21,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Bozeman?
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 Bozeman area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bozeman expensive for windows compared with the rest of Montana?
Bozeman is 1% above the Montana statewide estimate ($9,250 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Montana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Bozeman?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $23.73 an hour, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.14 to $29.04.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Bozeman?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,300 to $8,300 and premium work $10,300 to $14,300. 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 Bozeman?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through October. July and August 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 Bozeman
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.