House siding costs $4 to $13 per square foot installed in 2026. Vinyl is the most affordable at $4.50 to $8.20 per square foot; material and home size drive the total. For a typical 2,000 sq ft of wall area, that's roughly $8,000 to $26,000.
Siding cost by material
| Material | Installed cost / sq ft |
|---|---|
| Vinyl | $4.50 – $8.20 |
| Insulated vinyl | $6 – $11 |
| Engineered wood (e.g. LP SmartSide) | $5 – $10 |
| Fiber cement (e.g. James Hardie) | $6 – $13 |
| Wood (cedar, clapboard) | $6 – $14 |
| Metal / aluminum / steel | $5 – $12 |
| Stucco | $7 – $12 |
| Stone / stone veneer | $15 – $50 |
| Old siding removal (add-on) | $0.70 – $2 |
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Cost guides
Siding cost per square foot
Every material, labor and removal cost.
Vinyl siding cost
The budget favorite, from $4.50/sq ft.
Siding replacement cost
Tear-off, disposal and new siding.
Fiber cement / Hardie cost
Durable, fire-resistant, popular everywhere.
Siding installation cost
Labor, trim and what drives the price.
Best siding for cold climates
What holds up to freeze-thaw winters.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does house siding cost in 2026?
House siding costs $4 to $13 per square foot installed in 2026. Materials run $1 to $12 per square foot and labor $1 to $4 per square foot.
How much does vinyl siding cost per square foot?
Vinyl siding, the most affordable option, costs $4.50 to $8.20 per square foot installed.
Does old siding removal cost extra?
Yes. Removing old siding adds $0.70 to $2.00 per square foot to the project.
Sources: national figures ($4–$13/sq ft installed, vinyl $4.50–$8.20/sq ft, materials $1–$12 and labor $1–$4/sq ft, old-siding removal $0.70–$2.00/sq ft, stone up to $50/sq ft) come from the SidingCostEstimate 2026 cost guide. Other material ranges, project totals, climate recommendations and city/state adjustments are SidingCostEstimate editorial estimates based on typical scope, materials and labor — not survey data. Always compare written quotes from licensed local contractors.