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By climate
| Climate | Commonly recommended |
|---|---|
| Cold — cold winters and freeze-thaw cycles | insulated vinyl, fiber cement and engineered wood |
| Hot Humid — heat, humidity and storms | fiber cement and quality vinyl |
| Hot Dry — intense sun and heat | stucco, fiber cement and metal |
| Marine — rain, moisture and mild temperatures | fiber cement and engineered wood with a rainscreen |
| Mixed — hot summers, cold winters and seasonal storms | vinyl, insulated vinyl and fiber cement |
By city
Alaska
Arizona
California
Colorado
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Illinois
Indiana
Kentucky
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Missouri
Nevada
New Jersey
New York
North Carolina
Ohio
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Virginia
Washington
Wisconsin
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.