Window replacement cost in Albuquerque, NM
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,250 – $14,200
- Per window
- $424 – $1,421
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #168
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace windows in Albuquerque, plan on $4,250 to $14,200 for 10 windows, all in. Per window, that is $424 to $1,421 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 96.1).
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Albuquerque, NM, standard level
$7,250 to $11,200
About $723 to $1,122 per window before permits. Labor is about 26% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,200 | $8,400 |
| Labor | $2,000 | $2,800 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,250 | $11,200 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Albuquerque, NM
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,800 | $6,800 | $10,800 | 74% |
| Labor | $1,450 | $2,400 | $3,400 | 26% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,200 | $14,200 | 100% |
What is behind the Albuquerque number
Labor is 26% 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 Albuquerque the blended ratio comes out at 0.90.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Albuquerque metro is 96.1 (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 (95.5) and land at $0 to $0.
Climate in Albuquerque: timing your windows job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Albuquerque Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
August through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Albuquerque (10 of 12 months). June and July have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Albuquerque gets about 9 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 8 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (1.6 inches in July). Inside the workable window, January and February are the driest, at 0.4 and 0.4 inches. The station averages about 64 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 | 48 | 26 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 54 | 30 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 63 | 36 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 70 | 43 | 0.5 | Workable |
| May | 80 | 52 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 62 | 0.6 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 67 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 65 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 58 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 71 | 46 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 57 | 34 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 47 | 27 | 0.5 | Workable |
Is Albuquerque cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Albuquerque. El Paso is the lowest at about $8,500 (midpoint, 10 windows), 255 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NMthis page | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,200 | |
| Santa Fe, NM40 miles | $4,200 – $14,200 | $9,200 | level |
| Las Cruces, NM195 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | −2% |
| Pueblo, CO235 miles | $4,350 – $14,500 | $9,450 | +2% |
| El Paso, TX255 miles | $3,850 – $13,200 | $8,500 | −8% |
| Amarillo, TX255 miles | $4,000 – $13,500 | $8,750 | −5% |
| New Mexico (statewide) | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,200 | level |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Albuquerque comes in at #168 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Albuquerque is 0% above the New Mexico figure.
Other New Mexico metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | −2% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $4,200 – $14,200 | $9,200 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Albuquerque's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Albuquerque against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $4,750 – $15,300 | $10,000 | +8% |
| Bridgeport, CT | 404,180 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | +6% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −3% |
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $4,400 – $14,500 | $9,450 | +3% |
Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque is 0.90 times the national level.
For glaziers (47-2121, weighted 50%) the local median is $22.67 an hour, which is 17% below the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $20.36 and $24.77 an hour. BLS counts 240 of them working in the area, 5.9 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 $28.89 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.21 and $31.48 an hour. BLS counts 1,940 of them working in the area, 47.9 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 $22.55 an hour, 5% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.48 and $29.20 an hour. About 3,860 work in the metro. That is 95.4 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 ($24.77 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $100. At the 25th percentile ($20.36) it shrinks by about $110. The total moves by 1.1% or 1.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 404,700 jobs in the Albuquerque area. That makes it the 62nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.26% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $20.36 | $22.67 | $24.77 | $27.44 | 0.83 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $23.21 | $28.89 | $31.48 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.48 | $22.55 | $29.20 | $23.84 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Why two Albuquerque 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 Albuquerque
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Albuquerque 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
$4,250 to $8,250
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,250 to $11,200
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,200 to $14,200
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,100 – $4,100 | $3,600 – $5,600 | $5,100 – $7,100 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,250 – $8,250 | $7,250 – $11,200 | $10,200 – $14,200 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,350 – $12,300 | $10,800 – $16,800 | $15,300 – $21,300 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,600 – $20,600 | $18,100 – $28,000 | $25,500 – $35,500 |
What nearby projects cost in Albuquerque
Because every project leans on different trades, Albuquerque's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, storm door runs −3% and patio door −5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $570 – $5,700 | −5% |
| Front door | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −3% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,000 – $24,000 | −5% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $680 – $3,550 | −4% |
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Window replacement in Albuquerque: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Albuquerque?
For 10 windows, expect $4,250 to $14,200 in the Albuquerque area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,250 to $11,200. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Albuquerque?
About $424 to $1,421 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 Albuquerque or Santa Fe?
Santa Fe is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,200, which is 0% less than Albuquerque ($9,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Albuquerque?
About 26% at the midpoint, or $2,400 out of $9,200. Materials are 74% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Albuquerque?
$6,350 to $21,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Albuquerque?
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 Albuquerque area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Albuquerque expensive for windows compared with the rest of New Mexico?
Albuquerque is 0% above the New Mexico statewide estimate ($9,200 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in New Mexico; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Albuquerque?
The BLS median is $22.67 an hour in the Albuquerque area, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.36 to $24.77.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Albuquerque?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,250 to $8,250 and premium work $10,200 to $14,200. 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 Albuquerque?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August through May. January and February 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 Albuquerque
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.