Window replacement cost in Florence, SC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,150 – $14,100
- Per window
- $417 – $1,406
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #190
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for replacement windows in the Florence area: $4,150 to $14,100 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 runs 7% lower than the US figure. Glaziers earn a median of $24.35 an hour in the Florence area, 11% below the US median of $27.44.
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Florence, SC, standard level
$7,150 to $11,100
About $714 to $1,109 per window before permits. Labor is about 25% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,200 | $8,450 |
| Labor | $1,900 | $2,650 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,150 | $11,100 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Florence, SC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,800 | $6,850 | $10,800 | 75% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $2,300 | $3,200 | 25% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,150 | $9,100 | $14,100 | 100% |
Where the Florence price comes from
Labor is 25% 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 Florence the blended ratio comes out at 0.86. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the South Carolina statewide median.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Florence is at 96.3 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 86.8: $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 Florence. The wage table below marks each row.
The best months for windows in Florence
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Florence Rgnl Ap (5 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 Florence are September through June: 10 of 12. Outside them, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Florence gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (5.8 inches in July). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 3.0 and 2.6 inches. The station averages about 70 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 | 57 | 36 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Feb | 61 | 39 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 68 | 44 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 77 | 52 | 3.0 | Workable |
| May | 84 | 61 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 69 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 72 | 5.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 71 | 4.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 85 | 66 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 77 | 54 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 44 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 38 | 3.5 | Workable |
How Florence compares
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Florence. Myrtle Beach is the lowest at about $8,950 (midpoint, 10 windows), 50 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florence, SCthis page | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | |
| Myrtle Beach, SC50 miles | $4,050 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −2% |
| Columbia, SC70 miles | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | level |
| Fayetteville, NC75 miles | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | −1% |
| Charleston, SC80 miles | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| Charlotte, NC90 miles | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| South Carolina (statewide) | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Florence ranks #190 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Florence is 0% below the South Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in South Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $4,200 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +1% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | level |
| Charleston, SC | 394,170 jobs | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $4,200 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +1% |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 146,260 jobs | $4,050 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −2% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Florence against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $4,800 – $16,000 | $10,400 | +14% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $4,550 – $14,800 | $9,650 | +6% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | level |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,850 | −3% |
Who does the work: Florence 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 Florence the blend is 0.86.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 50% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Florence metro, so we used the South Carolina statewide median: $24.35 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $21.50 and $27.82 an hour.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $23.68 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.36 and $31.04 an hour. About 130 work in the metro. That is 14.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $21.52 an hour, which is 10% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $17.74 and $28.40 an hour. BLS counts 1,250 of them working in the area, 140.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (glaziers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $170 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 1.5% to 1.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Florence has 89,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 221st 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% | $21.50 | $24.35 | $27.82 | $27.44 | 0.89 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $19.36 | $23.68 | $31.04 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $17.74 | $21.52 | $28.40 | $23.84 | 0.90 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Florence
Jobs that often go together with windows are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Florence wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, front door comes out highest (−7%) and patio door lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $550 – $5,400 | −9% |
| Front door | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $870 | −9% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,650 – $22,900 | −9% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $640 – $3,450 | −7% |
Cost by quality level and size in Florence
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Florence. 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
$4,150 to $8,150
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,150 to $11,100
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,100 to $14,100
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,100 – $4,050 | $3,550 – $5,550 | $5,050 – $7,050 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,150 – $8,150 | $7,150 – $11,100 | $10,100 – $14,100 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,250 – $12,200 | $10,700 – $16,600 | $15,200 – $21,100 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,400 – $20,300 | $17,800 – $27,700 | $25,300 – $35,200 |
Window replacement: what moves the price in Florence
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.
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Window replacement in Florence: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Florence?
For 10 windows, expect $4,150 to $14,100 in the Florence area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,150 to $11,100. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Florence?
About $417 to $1,406 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 Florence or Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $8,950, which is 2% less than Florence ($9,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Florence?
About 25% at the midpoint, or $2,300 out of $9,100. Materials are 75% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Florence?
$6,250 to $21,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Florence?
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 Florence area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Florence expensive for windows compared with the rest of South Carolina?
Florence is 0% below the South Carolina statewide estimate ($9,150 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in South Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Florence?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $24.35 an hour, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.50 to $27.82.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Florence?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,150 to $8,150 and premium work $10,100 to $14,100. 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 Florence?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. 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 Florence
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.