Siding a whole house typically costs $5,559 to $17,728, with a national average of about $11,590, according to Angi's 2026 data[1]. This Old House, using Homewyse estimating data, puts most projects at $8,000 to $30,000 (average about $19,000), and vinyl on a 2,000 sq ft home at about $12,252[2]. Material choice and the amount of wall area are the two biggest drivers.
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Whole-house siding cost by material (2,000 sq ft home)
This Old House calculated average installed costs for a 2,000 sq ft home using Homewyse data[2]:
| Material | Average cost, 2,000 sq ft home |
|---|---|
| Vinyl | $12,252 |
| Plank or shiplap | $14,210 |
| Aluminum | $14,649 |
| Board and batten | $16,870 |
| Stucco | $19,320 |
| Cedar | $23,400 |
| Stone veneer | $28,320 |
The same guide gives two worked examples. A 1,500 sq ft ranch with new vinyl lap siding came to about $12,500–$15,000 including $1,000 of removal and $1,000 of trim. A 2,000 sq ft colonial switching from wood to fiber cement came to about $18,000–$22,000[2].
Price per square foot by material: three sources compared
Published per-square-foot prices differ because each source uses a different method and scope. The table shows all three side by side so you can see the spread:
| Material | Angi (installed) | HomeGuide (installed) | This Old House / Homewyse (avg installed) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $3 – $12[1] | $4 – $12[3] | $6.13[2] |
| Engineered wood | $1 – $6[1] | $7 – $12[3] | — |
| Fiber cement | $5 – $14[1] | $6 – $15[3] | $9.00[2] |
| Wood / cedar | $1 – $15 (wood)[1] | $6 – $16 (cedar)[3] | $11.70 (cedar)[2] |
| Aluminum | $3 – $6[1] | — | $7.32[2] |
| Steel | $4 – $16[1] | $7 – $16[3] | — |
| Stucco | $7 – $9[1] | $7 – $17[3] | $9.66[2] |
| Brick | $10 – $20[1] | — | $20 (veneer)[2] |
| Stone | $7 – $30[1] | — | $14.16 (veneer)[2] |
For a quick estimate, multiply your wall area by a mid-range figure for your material, or use the siding cost calculator.
Cost by home size
Angi's home-size table shows how wide the range gets once you include every material from budget aluminum to premium wood and fiber cement[1]:
| Home size | Vinyl, wood, aluminum, fiber cement | Brick or stone |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $13,500 | $9,000 – $50,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $1,500 – $20,250 | $13,500 – $75,000 |
| 2,000 sq ft | $2,000 – $27,000 | $18,000 – $100,000 |
| 2,500 sq ft | $2,500 – $33,750 | $22,500 – $125,000 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $3,000 – $40,500 | $27,000 – $150,000 |
The very low ends of those ranges assume the cheapest materials and simple walls. This Old House's narrower estimate for a 1,500 sq ft house is $16,000–$27,000, depending on material[2].
Floor area vs. wall area
Siding is priced by the square footage of wall you cover, not your home's floor area. HomeGuide's Hardie guide uses about 1,200 sq ft of siding for a 1,500 sq ft home, 1,700 for a 2,000 sq ft home and 2,100 for a 2,500 sq ft home[4]. Two-story homes, gables and dormers add wall area; attached garages and shared walls reduce it. To measure, multiply each wall's width by its height, subtract large windows and doors, and add 10%–15% for waste[2].
Cost by city
Local labor rates and housing stock move totals a lot. Angi's average ranges for a siding project in several cities[1]:
| City | Average cost range |
|---|---|
| Boston, MA | $9,800 – $24,300 |
| New York City | $8,300 – $20,500 |
| Denver, CO | $7,000 – $19,200 |
| Chicago, IL | $6,700 – $18,700 |
| Des Moines, IA | $7,600 – $12,900 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $3,200 – $10,100 |
| Miami, FL | $1,800 – $6,300 |
Angi does not break down why the ranges differ; project size, housing type and local labor rates all play a part, so treat city figures as a rough guide. Browse local pages under siding costs by state and city.
Labor, removal and other line items
- Labor: about $1–$4 per sq ft, or $40–$75 per hour, per Angi[1].
- Permits: $150–$1,500 depending on your jurisdiction (Angi)[1]. This Old House cites $100–$500 as typical[2].
- House wrap / moisture barrier: $0.50–$1 per sq ft[2].
- Old siding removal: HomeGuide puts tear-off at $1–$4+ per sq ft on Hardie projects[4]. Angi's repair guide lists removal and disposal at $0.60–$1.80 per sq ft[5].
- Hidden damage: rot or mold uncovered during tear-off can add $150–$2,000 (Angi)[5]. This Old House recommends a 10%–20% contingency[2].
Most whole-house jobs take 1–2 weeks of on-site work[2]. Spring and summer are peak season, and late fall or winter can bring discounts in colder regions[2].
Does new siding pay for itself?
Siding is one of the better-returning exterior projects. In the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, fiber-cement siding replacement cost $21,485 and recouped 113.7% at resale. Vinyl siding replacement cost $17,950 and recouped 96.5%[6]. Angi notes ROI "as high as 80%" in its own guide[1]. Returns vary by market and by how dated the old siding looked.
Repair instead of re-siding?
Angi suggests repairing when the repair costs less than 50% of replacement and the siding is under about 20 years old, and replacing when damage or moisture intrusion is widespread[1]. Typical siding repairs average about $928[5]; see the siding repair cost guide.
Budgeting example
Here is how the published figures turn into a budget. This Old House prices vinyl siding on a 2,000 sq ft home at $12,252 and recommends setting aside a 10%–20% contingency for surprises such as rotted sheathing[2]. Adding that contingency (our arithmetic) gives a planning budget of roughly $13,477 to $14,702. The same steps for fiber-cement plank ($14,210) give about $15,631 to $17,052. Then compare your quotes against both the per-sq-ft ranges above and the local figures for your city. A quote far below every published range usually leaves something out, such as tear-off, wrap or trim.
Ways to lower the cost
- Pick the profile carefully. Plain lap planks and panels cost less than shakes, shingles and decorative trim[7][4].
- Book off-season. HomeGuide says scheduling in the off-season can cut labor costs by 10%–20%[4].
- Do the front first. For cedar, Angi estimates siding only the front of a house at about $3,200–$7,100[8]. Phasing a project spreads the cost over time.
- Look for incentives. State and local energy-efficiency programs sometimes offer rebates for insulated exterior upgrades[5].
- Compare like with like. Get at least three itemized quotes for the same scope. See how to get siding estimates.
Material-specific guides
Vinyl · James Hardie · fiber cement · LP SmartSide · wood · stucco · replacement
Sources
- Angi, "How Much Does It Cost to Replace or Install Siding? [2026 Data]", Rachel Hoffman (updated Oct 9, 2026). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- This Old House, "Siding Replacement Cost (2026 Pricing) (Homewyse data)", Alexis Carthan (updated Jun 12, 2026). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- HomeGuide, "Siding Cost", HomeGuide (n.d.). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- HomeGuide, "Hardie Board Siding Cost", Tara Farmer (Oct 24, 2025). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- Angi, "How Much Does It Cost to Repair Siding? [2026 Data]", Haley Nothstein (updated Oct 14, 2026). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- Zonda / Journal of Light Construction, "2025 Cost vs. Value Report", Zonda (Sep 18, 2025). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- Angi, "How Much Does Engineered Wood Siding Cost? [2026 Data]", Haley Nothstein (updated Jul 20, 2026). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
- Angi, "How Much Does Cedar Siding Cost?", Dan Simms (Jul 9, 2026). Accessed Oct 27, 2026.
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More cost guides
Prices on this page are third-party figures as published by each source, with the date we accessed them. Sources measure different scopes (some include tear-off, trim and soffit), so ranges are shown side by side, not averaged. The calculator uses SidingCostEstimate editorial estimate rates. See our methodology.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to side a 2,000 sq ft house?
This Old House (Homewyse data) estimates about $12,252 for vinyl on a 2,000 sq ft home, $19,320 for stucco and $23,400 for cedar. Angi's broader range for 2,000 sq ft is $2,000–$27,000 for common materials. Sources accessed Oct 27, 2026.
What is the average cost to reside a house?
Angi's 2026 average is about $11,590, with most projects between $5,559 and $17,728. This Old House cites $8,000–$30,000, with an average of about $19,000.
What is the cheapest siding for a whole house?
Vinyl and aluminum are the lowest-cost common options. Angi lists vinyl at $3–$12 and aluminum at $3–$6 per sq ft; This Old House averages vinyl at $6.13 per sq ft installed.
How long does it take to side a house?
Most siding replacements take 1–2 weeks, depending on home size and weather, according to This Old House.
Does new siding increase home value?
Usually. The 2025 Cost vs. Value Report found fiber-cement siding replacement recouped 113.7% of its cost and vinyl 96.5%, on national averages.