Every statistic on SidingCostEstimate.com is sourced from authoritative industry data. Explore our complete research library with 24 cited statistics from 12 verified sources.
National average costs for siding installation, including material and labor breakdowns by project size.
The average cost to install new siding on a typical 2,000 sq ft home is $8,500–$22,500, with a national average of $14,800. Costs vary significantly by material, with vinyl averaging $7,500 and fiber cement averaging $18,000.
How siding replacement affects home value, resale ROI, and buyer perception based on industry data.
New siding delivers one of the highest ROIs of any exterior remodeling project. Vinyl siding replacement recoups 68.3% of cost at resale, while fiber cement siding recoups 67.2%. Beyond direct ROI, new siding increases curb appeal and can reduce time on market by up to 15%.
Side-by-side cost comparison of vinyl, fiber cement, wood, metal, engineered wood, and stone veneer siding.
Vinyl siding is the most affordable option at $3–$8 per sq ft installed, while stone veneer is the most expensive at $15–$30 per sq ft. Fiber cement offers the best balance of cost ($6–$13/sq ft), durability (30–50 years), and ROI (67.2%).
How insulated siding and proper installation reduce energy costs, backed by DOE and EPA data.
Insulated siding can reduce home energy costs by 10–20% annually, saving homeowners $200–$600 per year. The Department of Energy reports that proper wall insulation and air sealing can reduce heating and cooling costs by up to 15%. Over a 30-year lifespan, energy savings from insulated siding can total $6,000–$18,000.
Market size, growth projections, and contractor availability data for the U.S. siding industry.
The U.S. siding contractor market is valued at $18.2 billion in 2026, with steady 3.5% annual growth driven by aging housing stock and extreme weather events. There are approximately 35,000 siding contractors nationwide, with demand outpacing supply in many metro areas.
How siding costs vary by region, state, and metro area across the United States.
Siding costs vary by up to 40% across regions. The Northeast and West Coast are the most expensive (20–30% above national average), while the South and Midwest are the most affordable (10–20% below average). New York City, San Francisco, and Boston have the highest costs, while cities in Texas, Ohio, and Indiana have the lowest.
We cite only authoritative, verifiable sources. Every statistic on SidingCostEstimate.com links back to its original publication.
HomeAdvisor (Angi)
HomeAdvisor's national siding cost database aggregating contractor pricing from over 200,000 projects annually.
Forbes Home
Forbes Home's comprehensive siding cost guide with material breakdowns and regional pricing data.
Remodeling Magazine (Zonda)
The industry-standard annual report comparing remodeling project costs to resale value across 150 U.S. markets.
U.S. Census Bureau
Federal housing data including home improvement spending, housing stock age, and exterior cladding statistics.
U.S. Department of Energy (EIA)
Federal energy consumption data including home insulation, envelope efficiency, and heating/cooling costs.
National Association of Home Builders
NAHB's quarterly index tracking remodeling activity, contractor sentiment, and project cost trends.
Every source is manually reviewed for authority, recency, and methodology. We prioritize government data (DOE, Census Bureau), industry databases (HomeAdvisor, Fixr), and peer-reviewed research. Sources are re-verified quarterly.
Statistics are cross-referenced across multiple sources to ensure accuracy. When sources disagree, we present the range and note the discrepancy. Cost data is weighted toward the most recent and most comprehensive datasets.
All cost data is updated annually to reflect current market conditions. Regional adjustments are applied using BLS labor cost indices and local material pricing surveys. Our 2026 data reflects pricing as of Q1 2026.