Window replacement cost in Philadelphia, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,500 – $14,800
- Per window
- $449 – $1,485
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #87
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for replacement windows in the Philadelphia area: $4,500 to $14,800 for 10 windows. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint lands close to the US figure. Building materials run about 3% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.8).
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Philadelphia, PA, standard level
$7,600 to $11,700
About $760 to $1,174 per window before permits. Labor is about 29% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,250 | $8,450 |
| Labor | $2,350 | $3,250 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,600 | $11,700 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Philadelphia, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,850 | $6,850 | $10,900 | 71% |
| Labor | $1,650 | $2,800 | $3,950 | 29% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,500 | $9,650 | $14,800 | 100% |
Where the Philadelphia price comes from
Labor is 29% 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 Philadelphia the blended ratio comes out at 1.05.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Philadelphia is at 96.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $7,100 nationally becomes $6,850 here (midpoint, 10 windows). Permits follow the all-items index of 102.6: $0 to $0.
Window replacement: what moves the price in Philadelphia
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.
Philadelphia against nearby metros and the rest of Pennsylvania
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Philadelphia. Lancaster is the lowest at about $9,600 (midpoint, 10 windows), 50 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PAthis page | $4,500 – $14,800 | $9,650 | |
| Vineland, NJ40 miles | $4,750 – $15,600 | $10,200 | +5% |
| Trenton, NJ40 miles | $4,650 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +4% |
| Reading, PA50 miles | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +1% |
| Lancaster, PA50 miles | $4,400 – $14,800 | $9,600 | −1% |
| Atlantic City, NJ50 miles | $4,700 – $15,400 | $10,100 | +4% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,700 | +1% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Philadelphia ranks #87 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Philadelphia is 1% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $4,450 – $14,900 | $9,650 | level |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,850 | +2% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $4,400 – $14,800 | $9,600 | −1% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,850 | +2% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,400 – $14,800 | $9,600 | −1% |
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Philadelphia against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 3,136,190 jobs | $4,750 – $15,800 | $10,300 | +6% |
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $4,200 – $14,400 | $9,300 | −4% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $4,250 – $14,500 | $9,400 | −3% |
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $4,300 – $14,700 | $9,550 | −1% |
Who does the work: Philadelphia trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Philadelphia the blend is 1.05.
Glaziers (47-2121), 50% of the weighting: a median of $29.90 an hour, 9% above the US median of $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $23.70 and $39.04 an hour. About 710 work in the metro. That is 2.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 3.8 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $29.70 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.17 and $36.83 an hour. About 14,260 work in the metro. That is 49.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.14 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $21.26 and $30.24 an hour. BLS counts 22,470 of them working in the area, 77.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (glaziers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $440 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $300. That is a swing of roughly 3.1% to 4.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington has 2,897,830 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 7th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $23.70 | $29.90 | $39.04 | $27.44 | 1.09 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $23.17 | $29.70 | $36.83 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $21.26 | $24.14 | $30.24 | $23.84 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
The best months for windows in Philadelphia
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Philadelphia Ne Ap (10 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Philadelphia are February through December: 11 of 12. Outside them, January has an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January 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.
Philadelphia gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (4.5 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.6 and 3.2 inches. The station averages about 29 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 42 | 27 | 3.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 45 | 28 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 53 | 35 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 54 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 64 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 69 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 68 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 60 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 68 | 48 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 57 | 38 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 47 | 31 | 4.0 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Philadelphia
Jobs that often go together with windows are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Philadelphia wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl siding comes out highest (+3%) and front door lowest (−2%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $600 – $6,050 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −2% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $940 | −1% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,650 – $25,900 | +3% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $700 – $3,700 | level |
Philadelphia: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Philadelphia. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from a few windows (5 windows) to whole house (25 windows).
Basic
$4,500 to $8,650
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 – $8,650 | $7,600 – $11,700 | $10,700 – $14,800 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,750 – $13,000 | $11,400 – $17,600 | $16,100 – $22,300 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $11,200 – $21,600 | $19,000 – $29,400 | $26,800 – $37,100 |
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Window replacement in Philadelphia: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Philadelphia?
For 10 windows, expect $4,500 to $14,800 in the Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?
About $449 to $1,485 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 Philadelphia or Vineland?
Vineland is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $10,200, which is 5% more than Philadelphia ($9,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Philadelphia?
About 29% at the midpoint, or $2,800 out of $9,650. Materials are 71% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Philadelphia?
$6,750 to $22,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Philadelphia?
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 Philadelphia area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Philadelphia expensive for windows compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Philadelphia is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($9,700 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Philadelphia?
The BLS median is $29.90 an hour in the Philadelphia area, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.70 to $39.04.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Philadelphia?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,500 to $8,650 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 Philadelphia?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through December. February 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 Philadelphia
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.