How Much Does Siding Cost?
Independent research · Last reviewed August 2026 · Costs are 2026 planning estimates, not quotes
The short answer
Siding a house costs about $4 to $28 per square foot installed depending on material — roughly $6,000 to $32,000 for an average home. Vinyl is the cheapest mainstream option; engineered wood and fiber cement sit in the middle; wood and masonry are the most expensive.
Siding cost by material
Installed cost is material plus labor. Tap any material for its full breakdown and pros and cons.
| Material | Installed / sq ft | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $4–$12 | 20–40 yrs |
| Wood / Cedar | $5–$15 | 20–40 yrs |
| Fiber Cement | $6–$14 | 30–50 yrs |
| Metal / Steel | $7–$16 | 40–60 yrs |
| Stucco | $7–$12 | 50–80 yrs |
| LP SmartSide | $8–$15.5 | 20–30 yrs |
| Brick | $9–$28 | 75–100 yrs |
| Stone Veneer | $13–$25 | 75–100 yrs |
Price your own home by material, area, and region.
Total cost by home size
| 1,000 sq ft (small / single-story) | $4,000 – $16,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft (average single-story) | $6,000 – $24,000 |
| 2,000 sq ft (two-story) | $8,000 – $32,000 |
| 3,000 sq ft (large) | $12,000 – $48,000+ |
Ranges span budget vinyl to premium fiber cement; your material choice sets where you land.
What moves the number
- Material — by far the biggest factor; the range spans 7×.
- Home size & stories — more wall area, staging, and access cost.
- Tear-off & hidden repairs — removing old siding (~$1–$2/sq ft) and fixing rotted sheathing.
- Trim, corners, and windows — complexity raises labor hours.
- Region — labor rates vary widely by market.
Where quotes hide the money
A common industry tactic is to lowball the siding and mark up the accessories — trim, corners, and fasteners. Always insist that a quote itemizes field siding and trim separately, and that tear-off and any sheathing repair are spelled out. Then check it against typical ranges.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to side a house?
- About $4–$28/sq ft installed by material — roughly $6,000–$32,000 for an average home. Vinyl is cheapest; masonry priciest.
- What is the cheapest siding option?
- Vinyl — $4–$12/sq ft installed, and it never needs repainting.
- What drives up the cost of siding?
- Material, home size and stories, tear-off, hidden repairs, trim complexity, and regional labor rates.
Cost figures are independent 2026 planning estimates and vary by home, material, region, and installer.