Window replacement cost in Lubbock, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $3,900 – $13,300
- Per window
- $390 – $1,330
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #297
- 1 = most expensive
Replacement windows in Lubbock, TX usually costs $3,900 to $13,300 for 10 windows. That works out to about $390 to $1,330 per window before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,150 less. Glaziers earn a median of $19.93 an hour in the Lubbock area, 27% below the US median of $27.44.
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Estimated cost for 10 windows in Lubbock, TX, standard level
$6,700 to $10,500
About $672 to $1,048 per window before permits. Labor is about 23% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,100 | $8,200 |
| Labor | $1,650 | $2,300 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $6,700 | $10,500 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Lubbock, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,750 | $6,650 | $10,500 | 77% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $1,950 | $2,750 | 23% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $3,900 | $8,600 | $13,300 | 100% |
Where the Lubbock price comes from
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, Lubbock wages are 0.73 times the national level. Labor makes up about 23% of the midpoint estimate (27% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Lubbock is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $7,100 nationally becomes $6,650 here (midpoint, 10 windows). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.3: $0 to $0.
Lubbock weather and the window replacement calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Lubbock Wfo (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 Lubbock are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Lubbock gets about 19 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, June and September (2.7 inches in June). Inside the workable window, January and February are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 91 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 | 55 | 30 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 59 | 32 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 68 | 39 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 76 | 48 | 1.4 | Workable |
| May | 84 | 57 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 66 | 2.7 | Hot |
| Jul | 93 | 70 | 2.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 69 | 2.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 61 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 76 | 50 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 64 | 38 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 55 | 30 | 0.8 | Workable |
Lubbock: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Lubbock. 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
$3,900 to $7,650
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$6,700 to $10,500
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$9,550 to $13,300
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $1,950 – $3,850 | $3,350 – $5,250 | $4,750 – $6,650 |
| small house (10 windows) | $3,900 – $7,650 | $6,700 – $10,500 | $9,550 – $13,300 |
| average house (15 windows) | $5,850 – $11,500 | $10,100 – $15,700 | $14,300 – $20,000 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $9,750 – $19,100 | $16,800 – $26,200 | $23,900 – $33,300 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Lubbock bid
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.
What local crews earn in Lubbock
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 Lubbock the blend is 0.73.
Glaziers (47-2121), 50% of the weighting: a median of $19.93 an hour, 27% below the US median of $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $17.26 and $23.85 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 5.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 3.8 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $20.91 an hour, 28% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.42 and $23.78 an hour. About 280 work in the metro. That is 16.8 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 $20.07 an hour, which is 16% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $17.15 and $23.75 an hour. BLS counts 1,640 of them working in the area, 98.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (glaziers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $190 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $130. That is a swing of roughly 1.5% to 2.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Lubbock has 166,780 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 140th 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% | $17.26 | $19.93 | $23.85 | $27.44 | 0.73 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $17.42 | $20.91 | $23.78 | $29.12 | 0.72 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $17.15 | $20.07 | $23.75 | $23.84 | 0.84 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.73 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Lubbock
Jobs that often go together with windows are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Lubbock wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, front door comes out highest (−12%) and patio door lowest (−16%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $520 – $5,000 | −16% |
| Front door | 1 door | $410 – $2,250 | −12% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $290 – $820 | −14% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,050 – $21,100 | −16% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $600 – $3,250 | −12% |
Is Lubbock cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (10 windows), priced for the nearest metros. Midland is the priciest of the group at $9,100. El Paso is the cheapest at $8,500.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock, TXthis page | $3,900 – $13,300 | $8,600 | |
| Midland, TX95 miles | $4,200 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +6% |
| Odessa, TX115 miles | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +4% |
| Amarillo, TX125 miles | $4,000 – $13,500 | $8,750 | +2% |
| Abilene, TX145 miles | $4,000 – $13,500 | $8,750 | +2% |
| El Paso, TX250 miles | $3,850 – $13,200 | $8,500 | −1% |
| Texas (statewide) | $4,200 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +7% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +13% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Lubbock ranks #297 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Lubbock is 6% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +11% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $4,250 – $14,500 | $9,400 | +9% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +4% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $4,050 – $13,700 | $8,850 | +3% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $3,850 – $13,200 | $8,500 | −1% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $3,950 – $13,400 | $8,700 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lubbock against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City, NJ | 168,700 jobs | $4,700 – $15,400 | $10,100 | +17% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $4,550 – $14,800 | $9,700 | +13% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +11% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $4,050 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +4% |
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Window replacement in Lubbock: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Lubbock?
For 10 windows, expect $3,900 to $13,300 in the Lubbock area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,700 to $10,500. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Lubbock?
About $390 to $1,330 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 Lubbock or Midland?
Midland is 95 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,100, which is 6% more than Lubbock ($8,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lubbock?
About 23% at the midpoint, or $1,950 out of $8,600. Materials are 77% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Lubbock?
$5,850 to $20,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Lubbock?
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 Lubbock area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lubbock expensive for windows compared with the rest of Texas?
Lubbock is 6% below the Texas statewide estimate ($9,200 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Lubbock?
The BLS median is $19.93 an hour in the Lubbock area, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.26 to $23.85.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Lubbock?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $3,900 to $7,650 and premium work $9,550 to $13,300. 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 Lubbock?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September 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 Lubbock
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.