New Windows in Akron, OH: 2027 Installed Prices
Price your windows in Akron, OH
In Akron, OH, a typical job of 10 double-hung vinyl replacement windows runs $5,120 to $8,650, installed. Per opening, expect $511.40 to $864.51; we budget $6,090 for the set.
The estimate covers removal of the old sash, a standard-grade insert with Low-E/argon glass and the labor to set and seal it; grids and new trim cost extra. Local pricing sits about 3% above the national average. Expect a small big-city premium: Akron quotes run near 2% over the Ohio number ($5,010 to $8,470 for the same windows).
Akron Window Prices: Vinyl, Wood, Fiberglass, Aluminum
Frame material moves the price more than anything else on the order. Vinyl is the budget pick; wood ($8,120 to $13,730) and fiberglass ($8,800 to $14,870) cost far more for the same 10 openings. Not every opening is a double-hung. Per window in Akron: $608.81 for double-hung, $960.00 for a slider, $3,519.31 for a bay or bow unit.
| Frame (10 double-hung windows) | Installed cost | Estimate | Per window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $5,120 to $8,650 | $6,090 | $511.40 – $864.51 |
| Wood | $8,120 to $13,730 | $9,670 | $811.68 – $1,372.13 |
| Fiberglass | $8,800 to $14,870 | $10,470 | $879.16 – $1,486.20 |
| Aluminum | $8,460 to $14,300 | $10,070 | $845.42 – $1,429.17 |
Price per Window by Style
| Style (vinyl) | Installed, per window | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Double-hung | $511.40 to $864.51 | $608.81 |
| Sliding (2-lite) | $806.40 to $1,363.20 | $960.00 |
| Bay or bow | $2,956.22 to $4,997.41 | $3,519.31 |
Build Your Order: Upgrades for 10 Windows
Options change the total too. Added cost (or savings) for this 10-window order:
What Akron Weather Asks of a Window
Winter lows near 20°F and warm summers mean the glass works year round. A balanced Low-E coating is the right call; skip it only to hit a tight budget.
Climate regions run from 1 (cool) to 5 (hot); Ohio sits in region 3.
Frost or water on the inside of the glass in winter means the old units are losing heat. Look for a low U-factor and warm-edge spacers on the label; both keep the inside pane warmer.
Moisture is the quiet enemy of window frames in a humid climate. Insist on a sloped sill pan or flashing below each unit, so water that gets past the frame drains out instead of into the wall.
Where hail is common, new windows are often an insurance job. Read the adjuster's estimate against the prices on this page, and ask whether laminated glass is worth adding on the most exposed side.
Book early for spring: factory lead times and busy calendars stack up once the snow melts. A winter install is possible and often comes with a shorter wait. Akron sits toward the northern end of the Ohio cities we cover, where winters tend to run longer, so the U-factor on the window label deserves extra attention. Window prices for Akron (Summit County) are worked out apart from those of Parma, the nearest listed city, about 25 miles northwest.
Reading Window Estimates in Akron
Two quotes for the "same" windows can differ by thousands. Compare these points before you sign:
- Measure. Windows are made to order; the quote should include a site measure by the installer, not your numbers.
- Warranty. Ask who stands behind the glass seal and the labor, and for how long.
- Disposal and permits. Hauling the old units and any permit fees should be listed, not assumed.
How Nearby Cities Price New Windows
Shopping around the region? Here is the 10-window price elsewhere in Ohio:
- Columbus, OH - $5,230 to $8,840 (110 mi southwest)
- Cleveland, OH - $5,160 to $8,730 (30 mi north)
- Cincinnati, OH - $5,150 to $8,710 (210 mi southwest)
- Toledo, OH - $5,140 to $8,690 (110 mi west)
- Dayton, OH - $5,100 to $8,610 (170 mi southwest)
- Parma, OH - $5,110 to $8,630 (25 mi northwest)
Akron Window Questions, Answered
How much is a single new window in Akron?
For vinyl double-hung windows, $511.40 to $864.51 each is typical in Akron. A bay or bow window is a different project at about $3,519.31.
Do premium frames pay off?
For budget and low upkeep, vinyl is hard to beat. Fiberglass ($8,800 to $14,870 here) and wood ($8,120 to $13,730) make sense for historic looks, big glass areas or homes where resale buyers expect them.
How long does window replacement take?
A two-person crew usually replaces 10 insert windows in one to two days. Ordering takes longer: custom sizes often need several weeks.
Every figure here is a model for Akron built on our windows calculator, not an offer. Measured sizes, the brand you choose and the trim work will set your real price.
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