Window replacement cost in Blacksburg, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (10 windows)
- $4,300 – $14,400
- Per window
- $430 – $1,438
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #151
- 1 = most expensive
Blacksburg homeowners pay roughly $4,300 to $14,400 to replace windows at 10 windows, or $430 to $1,438 per window (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Blacksburg is 4% lower. 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 Blacksburg, VA, standard level
$7,300 to $11,400
About $732 to $1,135 per window before permits. Labor is about 27% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,250 | $8,450 |
| Labor | $2,100 | $2,900 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,300 | $11,400 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Blacksburg, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,850 | $6,850 | $10,900 | 73% |
| Labor | $1,450 | $2,500 | $3,500 | 27% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,300 | $9,350 | $14,400 | 100% |
Where the Blacksburg price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on glaziers, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.49 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Blacksburg is 0.93 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 27% of the total. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Virginia statewide median.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Blacksburg metro is 96.8 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 10 windows comes to $6,850, 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 Blacksburg. The wage table below marks each row.
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 Blacksburg is 0.93 times the national level.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 50% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Blacksburg metro, so we used the Virginia statewide median: $28.49 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.56 and $30.00 an hour.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $22.87 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.38 and $27.26 an hour. BLS counts 340 of them working in the area, 45.9 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 $23.10 an hour, 3% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $19.50 and $30.70 an hour. About 930 work in the metro. That is 125.6 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 ($30.00 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $75. At the 25th percentile ($23.56) it shrinks by about $240. The total moves by 0.8% or 2.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 74,070 jobs in the Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford area. That makes it the 248th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $23.56 | $28.49 | $30.00 | $27.44 | 1.04 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $19.38 | $22.87 | $27.26 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $19.50 | $23.10 | $30.70 | $23.84 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.93 | |||||
When to schedule windows in Blacksburg
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Blacksburg Nwso (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through December is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Blacksburg (11 of 12 months). 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.
Blacksburg gets about 43 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 25 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.5 inches in May). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.8 and 2.9 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 | 42 | 22 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 45 | 24 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 53 | 30 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 64 | 39 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 48 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 57 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 61 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 60 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 53 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 41 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 55 | 31 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 45 | 25 | 3.3 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Blacksburg
Because every project leans on different trades, Blacksburg's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −7% and vinyl siding −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $560 – $5,550 | −8% |
| Front door | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $870 | −9% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,400 – $22,200 | −12% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $650 – $3,450 | −7% |
Why two Blacksburg quotes can differ
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+.
Blacksburg against nearby metros and the rest of Virginia
Same job, same size (10 windows), priced for the nearest metros. Lynchburg is the priciest of the group at $9,350. Greensboro is the cheapest at $9,050.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blacksburg, VAthis page | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | |
| Roanoke, VA35 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −3% |
| Winston, NC75 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −3% |
| Lynchburg, VA75 miles | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Greensboro, NC85 miles | $4,100 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −3% |
| Charleston, WV95 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −3% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +4% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Blacksburg comes in at #151 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Blacksburg is 4% below the Virginia figure.
Other Virginia metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,400 | level |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −3% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +2% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,400 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Blacksburg's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Blacksburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,200 | −1% |
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −4% |
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $4,000 – $13,500 | $8,750 | −6% |
| Kahului, HI | 73,750 jobs | $5,450 – $17,700 | $11,600 | +24% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: window replacement pricing in Blacksburg
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Blacksburg 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
$4,300 to $8,350
Standard vinyl single-hung, same openings
Standard
$7,300 to $11,400
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,300 to $14,400
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,150 – $4,150 | $3,650 – $5,700 | $5,150 – $7,200 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,300 – $8,350 | $7,300 – $11,400 | $10,300 – $14,400 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,450 – $12,500 | $11,000 – $17,000 | $15,500 – $21,600 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,700 – $20,800 | $18,300 – $28,400 | $25,900 – $35,900 |
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Window replacement in Blacksburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Blacksburg?
For 10 windows, expect $4,300 to $14,400 in the Blacksburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,300 to $11,400. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Blacksburg?
About $430 to $1,438 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 Blacksburg or Roanoke?
Roanoke is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,050, which is 3% less than Blacksburg ($9,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Blacksburg?
About 27% at the midpoint, or $2,500 out of $9,350. Materials are 73% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Blacksburg?
$6,450 to $21,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Blacksburg?
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 Blacksburg area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Blacksburg expensive for windows compared with the rest of Virginia?
Blacksburg is 4% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($9,750 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do glaziers earn in Blacksburg?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $28.49 an hour, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.56 to $30.00.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Blacksburg?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,300 to $8,350 and premium work $10,300 to $14,400. 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 Blacksburg?
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 Blacksburg
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.