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State Guides6 min readMay 16, 2026

Vinyl Siding Cost by State (2026)

Residential home exterior showing horizontal lap siding patterns

Vinyl is the most common residential siding in the US — roughly 30% of homes — because it's the cheapest durable option that doesn't require finish painting. A full replacement on a typical 2,000 sq ft home runs $9,000 to $19,000 nationally in 2026.

The state spread on vinyl siding is smaller than other trades because the material is commodity-priced and the labor is fast. But it's not flat. Coastal and hot- climate states pay 30–60% more because the same exterior wall has to handle hurricane-rated nailing schedules, foam-backed siding for energy code, or fiber- cement substitutes where vinyl is restricted by HOA or code.

Where it's cheapest, where it's most expensive

Cheapest 4 states

  1. Mississippi · $7,700–$16,300
  2. Arkansas · $8,100–$17,000
  3. West Virginia · $8,100–$17,000
  4. Indiana · $8,300–$17,500

Most expensive 4 states

  1. California · $19,600–$41,300
  2. Hawaii · $18,400–$38,900
  3. New York · $16,100–$34,000
  4. Alaska · $16,100–$34,000

2026 vinyl siding cost by state

2026 vinyl siding replacement cost for a typical 2,000 sq ft single-family home (approximately 2,000 sq ft of exterior wall). Includes removal of existing siding, house wrap, installation, and trim. Labor + materials, contractor direct cost.
StateTotal cost (typical home)Per sq ft installed
Northeast
Connecticut$13,900–$29,400$6.96–$14.70
Maine$12,400–$26,200$6.21–$13.12
Massachusetts$15,400–$32,600$7.71–$16.28
New Hampshire$13,100–$27,700$6.56–$13.85
New Jersey$14,300–$30,100$7.13–$15.07
New York$16,100–$34,000$8.05–$17.01
Pennsylvania$10,900–$23,100$5.46–$11.54
Rhode Island$13,700–$28,900$6.84–$14.46
Vermont$13,100–$27,700$6.56–$13.85
Midwest
Illinois$10,600–$22,400$5.29–$11.18
Indiana$8,300–$17,500$4.14–$8.75
Iowa$9,000–$19,000$4.49–$9.48
Kansas$8,700–$18,500$4.37–$9.23
Michigan$9,300–$19,700$4.66–$9.84
Minnesota$10,900–$23,100$5.46–$11.54
Missouri$8,900–$18,700$4.43–$9.36
Nebraska$9,100–$19,200$4.54–$9.60
North Dakota$10,200–$21,600$5.12–$10.81
Ohio$9,000–$19,000$4.49–$9.48
South Dakota$9,500–$20,200$4.77–$10.08
Wisconsin$10,200–$21,600$5.12–$10.81
South
Alabama$8,500–$18,000$4.25–$8.99
Arkansas$8,100–$17,000$4.03–$8.51
Delaware$11,700–$24,800$5.87–$12.39
Florida$10,400–$21,900$5.17–$10.94
Georgia$9,200–$19,400$4.60–$9.72
Kentucky$8,600–$18,200$4.31–$9.11
Louisiana$9,200–$19,400$4.60–$9.72
Maryland$12,300–$26,000$6.15–$13.00
Mississippi$7,700–$16,300$3.85–$8.14
North Carolina$9,000–$19,000$4.49–$9.48
Oklahoma$8,500–$18,000$4.25–$8.99
South Carolina$8,900–$18,700$4.43–$9.36
Tennessee$8,600–$18,200$4.31–$9.11
Texas$9,900–$20,900$4.95–$10.45
Virginia$10,600–$22,400$5.29–$11.18
West Virginia$8,100–$17,000$4.03–$8.51
West
Alaska$16,100–$34,000$8.05–$17.01
Arizona$11,500–$24,300$5.75–$12.15
California$19,600–$41,300$9.78–$20.66
Colorado$13,700–$28,900$6.84–$14.46
Hawaii$18,400–$38,900$9.20–$19.44
Idaho$11,300–$23,800$5.64–$11.91
Montana$11,800–$25,000$5.92–$12.51
Nevada$11,800–$25,000$5.92–$12.51
New Mexico$10,400–$21,900$5.17–$10.94
Oregon$13,100–$27,700$6.56–$13.85
Utah$12,200–$25,800$6.10–$12.88
Washington$14,500–$30,600$7.25–$15.31
Wyoming$11,500–$24,300$5.75–$12.15

Methodology: ranges are state-cost-adjusted from a national trade baseline and reflect typical contractor direct cost (labor + materials, before overhead). Use them for feasibility-grade scoping, not as a binding quote. For a project-specific estimate, generate one free in under 60 seconds.

What moves vinyl siding cost

Tear-off vs new construction. Replacing existing siding adds $1.50–$3.00/sq ft for removal and disposal. On a 2,000 sq ft house that's $3,000–$6,000 just to take the old material off. New construction over fresh sheathing is at the low end of the state range.

Insulated (foam-backed) vinyl. Standard vinyl runs $3–$5/sq ft material. Foam-backed insulated vinyl is $5–$8/sq ft and adds R-2 to R-4 of continuous insulation. Required in some Northeast and Northwest jurisdictions to meet energy code on replacement projects — see our climate zone cost impact guide.

House wrap and trim. Code now requires a weather-resistive barrier behind new siding. Tyvek HomeWrap or equivalent is $0.30–$0.60/sq ft. New aluminum or PVC trim around windows, doors, and corners adds $1,500–$3,500. Don't skip it — water intrusion at trim is the most common siding-related insurance claim.

Hurricane and wind zones. Florida, the Gulf Coast, and Atlantic states require tighter nailing schedules (every 8" on center vs 16") and sometimes ring-shank or hurricane-rated nails. Coastal counties may require fiber-cement or Hardie board instead of vinyl. See our coastal construction overhead guide for the wind-zone cost premium.

Profile and color choice. Most vinyl is double-4 or double-5 horizontal lap. Premium profiles (dutch lap, board- and-batten, scallop) add 15–35% in material. Darker colors (deep blue, charcoal, forest green) cost 10–20% more than light tans and whites because of color stabilizers. Dark colors also expand more in heat — verify the installer accounts for this in coastal heat.

Frequently asked questions

How long does vinyl siding last?
Modern vinyl siding has a 30–50 year manufacturer warranty. In practice, expect 25–40 years before fading, warping, or cracking from UV exposure becomes visible. Premium thicker (.044"+) siding lasts longer than entry-level (.040"). Hot southern climates degrade vinyl faster than mild northern ones — Phoenix vinyl typically shows fade by year 20; New England vinyl can look new at 30+.
Vinyl vs fiber cement (Hardie board) — which is better value?
Vinyl: cheaper ($5–$9/sq ft installed), zero maintenance, decent durability, but looks plastic up close. Fiber cement ($9–$14/sq ft installed): looks like real wood, paintable, fire-resistant, 50-year warranty, but needs repainting every 10–15 years. For resale, fiber cement returns better. For lifetime cost, they're close — paint maintenance on fiber cement offsets the initial price gap.
Can I install vinyl siding myself?
Technically yes for a single-story rambler with no complex details. Realistically: no, unless you have framing experience. The challenge isn't nailing the panels — it's the J-channel, drip cap, kick-out flashing, and water management at every penetration. Bad siding installation causes 5-figure water damage to sheathing and framing. The labor savings ($4,000–$8,000) rarely justify the risk for non-pros.
Why is vinyl banned in some neighborhoods?
Some HOAs and historic districts prohibit vinyl siding because they consider it visually inferior to wood, fiber cement, or stucco. This is more common in upscale neighborhoods and pre-1950s historic districts. Check the deed restrictions before quoting. If vinyl is restricted, fiber cement (Hardie board) is usually the cost-effective alternative — typically 1.5–2× the cost of vinyl.
Should I insulate the wall while the siding is off?
Tear-off is the cheapest time to add continuous exterior insulation. Adding 1" of XPS foam between sheathing and new siding adds $1.50–$2.50/sq ft and bumps wall R-value by R-5. For older homes (pre-1980) with R-11 batts, that's a significant improvement. For newer homes already at R-19+, the ROI is weaker — invest the budget in better siding instead.

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Related

The cost ranges above are state-level averages. Three things move the number for a specific project: the local labor market right now (see permit activity and labor demand), the climate zone you're building in (see climate zone cost impact), and whether the address sits in a hurricane, flood, or seismic overlay (see coastal construction overhead).

For broader benchmarks, see our cost per square foot by state breakdown and construction labor rates by state guide.

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