Quick Answer

Window Replacement Cost in Minneapolis (2026)

Average cost in Minneapolis

$11,231avg

$3,500 – $45,000

$600 – $2,500 per sq ft

In Minneapolis, the average is $11,231 and most projects cost between $3,500 and $45,000, or about $600 – $2,500 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.

+4.5% YoY
9 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Twin Cities

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Materials

Windows, frames, and hardware

$2,450 – $31,500

70%

Labor

Installation, prep, and sealing

$700 – $9,000

20%

Sales Tax

Minneapolis total rate (9.03%)

$210 – $2,700

6%

Permits

City of Minneapolis building fees

$84 – $900

2%

Disposal

Old window removal and debris

$56 – $900

2%

🧾Sales Tax (6.88%) — Minnesota
Base cost + $773 tax$12,004

Sales Tax at 6.88%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Standard vinyl double-hung windows
  • Removal of old windows
  • Installation & insulation
  • Interior trim
  • Cleanup

Typically Excludes

  • Custom or specialty shapes
  • Triple-pane or premium glass
  • Exterior trim or cladding
  • Structural modifications
  • Bay or bow windows

Based on replacing 10 standard-size windows with vinyl double-hung.

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Live
windows
Frame Material
Glass Type
Window Style

Your estimate in Minneapolis

$11,231

Likely range $5,054 – $24,708

  • Materials70%$7,862
  • Labor20%$2,246
  • Sales Tax6%$674
  • Permits2%$225
  • Disposal2%$225

Vinyl

$11,231

Fiberglass

$15,470

Wood

$19,708

Aluminum-clad Wood

$23,946

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Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Minneapolis. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$10,748

Today

$11,231

Window Replacement in Minneapolis is ↑ 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $484 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Window Replace Contractors in Minneapolis

Verified providers
🔨

A Pane in the Glass Construction, LLC

1584 93rd Ln NE, Blaine, MN 55449, USA

5.0
★★★★★

200 reviews

🔨

Hayes Window Restoration

2508 24th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406, USA

5.0
★★★★★

228 reviews

🔨

Scherer Window & Door Consultants

10751 Excelsior Blvd, Hopkins, MN 55343, USA

4.9
★★★★½

148 reviews

🔨

Renewal by Andersen of the Greater Twin Cities

1920 County Rd C West, Roseville, MN 55113, USA

4.9
★★★★½

5,258 reviews

🔨

Porch Windows Direct

8100 Old Cedar Ave S Ste 350, Bloomington, MN 55425, USA

4.9
★★★★½

156 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

❓Common Questions

Yes, Minneapolis requires a building permit for all window replacements, even if you are using existing openings. The minimum fee is $84.20, but costs scale with project value (e.g., approximately $316 for a $10,000 project).

The total sales tax rate is 9.03%. This includes the Minnesota state tax (6.875%), Hennepin County tax (0.15%), Minneapolis city tax (0.5%), and various transit/housing taxes (0.25% - 1.25%).

Due to extreme temperature swings (-25°F to 95°F), local contractors strongly recommend triple-pane Low-E glass with argon gas. These units can reduce heating/cooling costs by 20-30% and qualify for the Federal IRA 25C tax credit of up to $600 annually.

For a typical 18-window home in 2026, costs range from $25,000 for standard vinyl to over $108,000 for premium fiberglass or aluminum-clad wood systems from brands like Pella or Marvin.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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