Window replacement cost in Utica, NY
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,550 – $15,100
- Per window
- $454 – $1,508
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #70
- 1 = most expensive
Utica homeowners pay roughly $4,550 to $15,100 to replace windows at 10 windows, or $454 to $1,508 per window (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Utica is almost level. Glaziers earn a median of $29.69 an hour in the Utica area, 8% above the US median of $27.44.
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Utica, NY, standard level
$7,700 to $11,900
About $770 to $1,191 per window before permits. Labor is about 28% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,400 | $8,700 |
| Labor | $2,300 | $3,200 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,700 | $11,900 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Utica, NY
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,900 | $7,050 | $11,200 | 72% |
| Labor | $1,650 | $2,750 | $3,850 | 28% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,550 | $9,800 | $15,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Utica number
The wage side of the estimate leans on glaziers, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $29.69 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Utica is 1.03 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 28% of the total. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the New York statewide median.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Utica metro is 99.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 10 windows comes to $7,050, compared with $7,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (92.7) 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 Utica. The wage table below marks each row.
How Utica compares
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 10 windows range from $9,550 to $9,900 across Utica and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NYthis page | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | |
| Syracuse, NY55 miles | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | level |
| Albany, NY75 miles | $4,400 – $14,700 | $9,550 | −3% |
| Binghamton, NY90 miles | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +1% |
| Kingston, NY105 miles | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,850 | level |
| Pittsfield, MA120 miles | $4,600 – $15,200 | $9,900 | +1% |
| New York (statewide) | $4,950 – $16,300 | $10,600 | +8% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | −1% |
Across 300 US metros, Utica comes in at #70 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Utica is 8% below the New York figure.
Other New York metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 9,492,000 jobs | $5,150 – $17,000 | $11,100 | +13% |
| Buffalo, NY | 534,550 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,850 | level |
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | level |
| Albany, NY | 449,410 jobs | $4,400 – $14,700 | $9,550 | −3% |
| Syracuse, NY | 300,130 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | level |
| Poughkeepsie, NY | 268,970 jobs | $4,900 – $16,400 | $10,700 | +9% |
Cities with a workforce like Utica's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Utica against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $4,450 – $14,700 | $9,550 | −2% |
| Longview, TX | 118,060 jobs | $3,950 – $13,400 | $8,650 | −12% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −8% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −9% |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Utica is 1.03 times the national level.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 50% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Utica metro, so we used the New York statewide median: $29.69 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $24.76 and $37.17 an hour.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $28.62 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.07 and $34.34 an hour. BLS counts 380 of them working in the area, 32.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.75 an hour, 5% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.78 and $27.61 an hour. About 1,390 work in the metro. That is 117.4 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 ($37.17 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $360. At the 25th percentile ($24.76) it shrinks by about $240. The total moves by 3.7% or 2.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 118,390 jobs in the Utica-Rome area. That makes it the 185th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.08% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $24.76 | $29.69 | $37.17 | $27.44 | 1.08 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $24.07 | $28.62 | $34.34 | $29.12 | 0.98 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.78 | $22.75 | $27.61 | $23.84 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.03 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: window replacement pricing in Utica
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Utica 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
$4,550 to $8,750
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,700 to $11,900
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,900 to $15,100
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,250 – $4,400 | $3,850 – $5,950 | $5,450 – $7,550 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,550 – $8,750 | $7,700 – $11,900 | $10,900 – $15,100 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,800 – $13,100 | $11,500 – $17,900 | $16,300 – $22,600 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $11,300 – $21,900 | $19,200 – $29,800 | $27,200 – $37,700 |
What nearby projects cost in Utica
Because every project leans on different trades, Utica's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, patio door runs level and garage door −1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $600 – $6,000 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $490 – $2,500 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $940 | −1% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,400 – $25,100 | level |
| Garage door | 1 door | $690 – $3,650 | −1% |
When to schedule windows in Utica
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Utica Oneida Co Ap (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Utica (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March 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.
Utica gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, August and October (4.7 inches in August). Inside the workable window, September and November are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 5 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 | 30 | 14 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 32 | 15 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 23 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 35 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 68 | 46 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 55 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 60 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 79 | 58 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 51 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 41 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 46 | 31 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 35 | 21 | 3.6 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Utica bid
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.
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+.
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Window replacement in Utica: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Utica?
For 10 windows, expect $4,550 to $15,100 in the Utica area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,700 to $11,900. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Utica?
About $454 to $1,508 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 Utica or Syracuse?
Syracuse is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,800, which is 0% less than Utica ($9,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Utica?
About 28% at the midpoint, or $2,750 out of $9,800. Materials are 72% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Utica?
$6,800 to $22,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Utica?
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 Utica area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Utica expensive for windows compared with the rest of New York?
Utica is 8% below the New York statewide estimate ($10,600 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in New York; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Utica?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $29.69 an hour, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.76 to $37.17.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Utica?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,550 to $8,750 and premium work $10,900 to $15,100. 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 Utica?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. September 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 Utica
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.