Window replacement cost in Richmond, 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
- $432 – $1,444
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #136
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace windows in Richmond, plan on $4,300 to $14,400 for 10 windows, all in. Per window, that is $432 to $1,444 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 4% lower than the national one. 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 Richmond, VA, standard level
$7,350 to $11,400
About $736 to $1,140 per window before permits. Labor is about 27% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,250 | $8,450 |
| Labor | $2,100 | $2,950 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $7,350 | $11,400 |
Cost breakdown for 10 windows in Richmond, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,850 | $6,850 | $10,900 | 73% |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,500 | $3,550 | 27% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $4,300 | $9,400 | $14,400 | 100% |
What is behind the Richmond number
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, Richmond wages are 0.95 times the national level. Labor makes up about 27% of the midpoint estimate (27% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Richmond 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 (97.9) and land at $0 to $0.
Richmond labor market for windows
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 Richmond is 0.95 times the national level.
For glaziers (47-2121, weighted 50%) the local median is $27.77 an hour, which is in line with the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $23.37 and $29.07 an hour. BLS counts 160 of them working in the area, 2.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.8), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $24.94 an hour, which is 14% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.42 and $28.84 an hour. BLS counts 3,070 of them working in the area, 46.5 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 $23.43 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.79 and $29.17 an hour. About 5,520 work in the metro. That is 83.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the glaziers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($29.07 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $65. At the 25th percentile ($23.37) it shrinks by about $210. The total moves by 0.7% or 2.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 660,350 jobs in the Richmond area. That makes it the 45th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.42% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 50% | $23.37 | $27.77 | $29.07 | $27.44 | 1.01 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $22.42 | $24.94 | $28.84 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.79 | $23.43 | $29.17 | $23.84 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.95 | |||||
Is Richmond cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $9,350 to $10,300 across Richmond and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VAthis page | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,400 | |
| Virginia Beach, VA70 miles | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Charlottesville, VA75 miles | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +1% |
| Lexington Park, MD80 miles | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,850 | +5% |
| Lynchburg, VA95 miles | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Washington, DC100 miles | $4,750 – $15,800 | $10,300 | +10% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +4% |
| United States | $4,500 – $15,000 | $9,750 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Richmond comes in at #136 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $11,800; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $8,350 (midpoints, 10 windows). Statewide, Richmond 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 |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,050 | −3% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +1% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 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 Richmond's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Richmond against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 677,680 jobs | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,800 | −6% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | −3% |
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $4,300 – $14,400 | $9,350 | level |
| Hartford, CT | 599,770 jobs | $4,700 – $15,300 | $10,000 | +7% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Richmond 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.
Climate in Richmond: timing your windows job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Richmond Intl Ap (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
August through June is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Richmond (11 of 12 months). July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Richmond gets about 46 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 9 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (4.9 inches in August). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.6 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 45 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 | 48 | 29 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 52 | 30 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 60 | 37 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 70 | 46 | 3.2 | Workable |
| May | 78 | 56 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 86 | 65 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 69 | 4.4 | Hot |
| Aug | 88 | 68 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 81 | 61 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 71 | 49 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 39 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 52 | 32 | 3.5 | Workable |
Cost by quality level and size in Richmond
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Richmond 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
$7,350 to $11,400
Mid-grade vinyl or composite, a few larger units
Premium
$10,400 to $14,400
Fiberglass or wood, large or custom sizes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| a few windows (5 windows) | $2,150 – $4,200 | $3,700 – $5,700 | $5,200 – $7,200 |
| small house (10 windows) | $4,300 – $8,350 | $7,350 – $11,400 | $10,400 – $14,400 |
| average house (15 windows) | $6,500 – $12,600 | $11,000 – $17,100 | $15,600 – $21,700 |
| whole house (25 windows) | $10,800 – $20,900 | $18,400 – $28,500 | $26,000 – $36,100 |
What nearby projects cost in Richmond
Because every project leans on different trades, Richmond's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −5% and vinyl siding −9%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patio door | 1 door | $570 – $5,650 | −6% |
| Front door | 1 door | $460 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $890 | −7% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,700 – $23,000 | −9% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $660 – $3,500 | −5% |
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Window replacement in Richmond: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace windows in Richmond?
For 10 windows, expect $4,300 to $14,400 in the Richmond area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,350 to $11,400. Small jobs usually cost more per window and large ones less.
+What is the price per window for windows in Richmond?
About $432 to $1,444 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 Richmond or Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 10 windows there is $9,350, which is 0% less than Richmond ($9,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Richmond?
About 27% at the midpoint, or $2,500 out of $9,400. Materials are 73% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would average house (15 windows) cost in Richmond?
$6,500 to $21,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does windows need a permit in Richmond?
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 Richmond area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Richmond expensive for windows compared with the rest of Virginia?
Richmond 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 Richmond?
The BLS median is $27.77 an hour in the Richmond area, compared with $27.44 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.37 to $29.07.
+What do basic and premium windows work cost in Richmond?
For 10 windows, basic work runs $4,300 to $8,350 and premium work $10,400 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 Richmond?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August 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 Richmond
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.