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July 2, 20268 min read

Window Replacement Cost Calculator: 2026 Price per Window

Replacement windows cost $450-$1,500 per window installed in 2026, with whole-house projects averaging $8,000-$22,000. This guide gives you the real 2026 price per window by material — vinyl, fiberglass, wood-clad — plus what full-frame replacement really adds.

Window replacement is a top-5 exterior ROI project every year — and 2026 pricing has firmed up as vinyl prices stabilized and fiberglass frames dropped 6-8% from 2025 peaks.

2026 Cost per Window (Installed)

  • Vinyl double-hung: $450-$850 installed
  • Vinyl slider: $400-$800
  • Vinyl casement: $600-$1,050
  • Fiberglass: $850-$1,400
  • Wood-clad (Andersen 400, Pella Lifestyle): $1,100-$1,900
  • Bay / bow window: $2,200-$4,500

Insert vs. Full-Frame Replacement

Insert (retrofit) replacement drops a new window into the existing frame — cheapest and fastest at $150-$275 labor per window. Full-frame replacement tears out to the studs and is required when sills are rotted or the frame is out of square. Budget an extra $200-$400 per window for full-frame.

The Formula

Total = (Unit price + Install labor + Full-frame add-on) × Number of windows × Regional cost index

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