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Pella Windows Cost: $150–$3,500 Per Window in 2026

Author: CostGuideHQ Editorial·✓ Fact-checked·Updated September 2026·6 min read·5 sources·US national averages, USD
Quick answerQuick answer: Pella windows cost $150 to $3,500 installed per window, averaging around $850 — close to the broader window-replacement category average. Entry vinyl lines price at or below that average; premium wood lines like Architect and Reserve run well above it.
  • Pella's entry 150 Series (vinyl) runs $350-$850 installed per window, while the premium Architect/Reserve lines run $1,300-$3,500 (HomeGuide).
  • HomeGuide's direct brand comparison shows Pella ($300-$3,500 installed) pricing slightly below Andersen ($400-$4,000) at most tiers.
  • A 2025 survey of 1,000 homeowners found an average total project cost of $8,506 for Pella versus $7,586 for Andersen (This Old House) — a mixed picture depending on which figure you use.
  • Pella's vinyl lines (150 Series, Encompass) price at or below the $800 category average for window replacement generally.

How much does Pella windows cost?

National average
$850
per window
Typical range
$150–$3,500
Most projects
Whole project
$800–$8,500
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Cost by material / type

TypeLowHigh
150 Series (vinyl, entry), installed per window$350$850
250 Series (vinyl), installed per window$450$1,350
Lifestyle (wood, aluminum-clad), installed per window$400$2,000
Impervia (fiberglass), installed per window$400$2,200
Architect / Reserve (wood, premium), installed per window$1,300$3,500
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Rough estimate only — get local quotes for exact pricing.

What affects the cost?

  • Series/product line — 150 Series (entry vinyl) runs $350-$850 installed per window, up to Architect/Reserve (premium wood) at $1,300-$3,500 (HomeGuide)
  • Frame material — vinyl (150, 250, Encompass) is Pella's cheapest option, fiberglass (Impervia) is mid-tier, and wood (Lifestyle, Architect, Reserve) is the most expensive (HomeGuide)
  • Window type — bay/bow windows run $600-$3,500+ installed versus $300-$1,500 for a single-hung or sliding window (HomeGuide)
  • Impact-resistant glass — Defender/Hurricane Shield coastal-rated windows cost more per window, $800-$2,000 installed, than standard glass in a comparable series (HomeGuide)
  • Number of windows in the project — a small full-home job (around 8 windows) runs $800 or more depending on series (Today's Homeowner)
  • Sales channel — Pella windows sold through Lowe's price lower per unit ($150-$1,300) than dealer-quoted full-service installs (This Old House)
  • Installation labor, typically $100-$500 per window on top of the unit price (HomeGuide, Forbes Home)

How much do Pella windows cost?

An installed Pella window runs $150 to $3,500, averaging around $850. As with most brand-specific pricing, no single publisher states one clean “average” — this figure is synthesized from the cluster of prices reported for Pella’s most commonly replaced window types (single-hung, sliding, double-hung) across HomeGuide ($300-$1,500), Today’s Homeowner ($200-$685 typical, premium tiers $1,100+), Forbes Home (Encompass $270-$725 up to Lifestyle $645-$3,260), and This Old House ($150-$1,300, Lowe’s pricing). That midpoint lands close to the $800 average our window-replacement-cost.json category record reports for window replacement generally — Pella, as a brand, doesn’t push the typical per-window cost meaningfully above the broader market. The spread widens fast by series, though: the entry 150 Series (vinyl) runs $350-$850 installed, while the Architect and Reserve wood lines reach $1,300-$3,500.

Is Pella cheaper than Andersen?

The answer depends on which figure you trust. HomeGuide’s direct brand-comparison table gives Pella the edge on price: $300-$3,500 installed per window against Andersen’s $400-$4,000. That lines up with HomeGuide’s own framing that Andersen is “just slightly more expensive than the Pella brand.” But a 2025 survey of 1,000 homeowners, cited by This Old House, flips that ranking for total project cost — the average Pella project came in at $8,506, above the $7,586 average for Andersen. Read together, the two data points suggest Pella’s per-window list pricing runs a little lower, but real-world Pella projects in that survey skewed toward pricier configurations or premium series more often than the Andersen projects did. Neither number is wrong; they’re measuring different things. If brand-to-brand cost is the deciding factor for you, get quotes for both on your exact window count and series rather than picking a brand off either headline figure alone.

What drives the price within the Pella lineup?

  • Series. 150 Series (vinyl) runs $350-$850 installed; 250 Series (vinyl) $450-$1,350; Lifestyle (wood, aluminum-clad) $400-$2,000; Impervia (fiberglass) $400-$2,200; Architect/Reserve (premium wood) $1,300-$3,500 (HomeGuide).
  • Frame material. Vinyl (150, 250, Encompass) is Pella’s cheapest option; fiberglass (Impervia) sits in the middle; wood (Lifestyle, Architect, Reserve) is the most expensive (HomeGuide).
  • Window type. Bay and bow configurations run $600 to $3,500+ installed, well above the $300-$1,500 range for a single-hung or sliding window (HomeGuide).
  • Impact-resistant glass. Pella’s Defender/Hurricane Shield coastal-rated windows cost more per window — $800-$2,000 installed — than standard glass in a comparable series (HomeGuide).
  • Sales channel. Pella windows sold through Lowe’s price lower per unit, $150-$1,800, than dealer-quoted full-service installs (This Old House), though that gap can reflect differing installation service and warranty terms rather than the window alone.

Is Pella worth the cost?

For the entry vinyl lines, yes on a pure cost basis — the 150 Series and Encompass price at or below the $800 category average for window replacement generally, so you’re not paying a brand premium to get a Pella name on an otherwise standard vinyl window. The calculation changes for the wood-framed Architect and Reserve lines, which run well above that category average; there, you’re paying for wood aesthetics, more finish and hardware customization, and Pella’s warranty terms rather than a functional upgrade over a mid-tier fiberglass or vinyl alternative from another brand. None of the publishers we reviewed carried a named, non-Pella-employee quote specifically addressing Pella’s pricing, so this guide doesn’t include one — the numbers above come directly from HomeGuide, Bob Vila, Today’s Homeowner, Forbes Home, and This Old House’s own published figures.

Prices vary by region, series, and window type, so treat the figures above as a planning budget. Get two or three local quotes, and confirm which series, frame material, and installation warranty are included before comparing bids against the numbers here. For the broader category, see our window replacement cost guide; if you’re also considering Andersen, see our Andersen windows cost guide.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Pella window cost per window?
Typically $150 to $3,500 installed, averaging around $850. Entry vinyl series like the 150 Series or Encompass run under $1,000 installed, while premium wood series like Architect and Reserve can run $1,300 to $3,500.
Is Pella cheaper than Andersen?
Generally, yes, by a small margin. HomeGuide's direct comparison puts Pella's installed range at $300-$3,500 versus Andersen's $400-$4,000. But a 2025 survey of 1,000 homeowners cited by This Old House found Pella's average total project cost ($8,506) was actually higher than Andersen's ($7,586) — the per-window ranges and the survey-based project averages don't tell the same story, so get quotes for both brands on your specific project rather than relying on either headline number alone.
Which Pella series is the cheapest?
The 150 Series, an entry-level vinyl line, runs $350 to $850 installed per window (HomeGuide). Encompass by Pella, a similarly budget-focused vinyl line, runs $300-$1,400 depending on window type (HomeGuide).
How much does a full house of Pella windows cost?
For a small full-home job of around 8 windows, budget from roughly $800 upward depending on series (Today's Homeowner). This Old House's 2025 survey of 1,000 homeowners found an average total project cost of $8,506 for Pella.
Is Pella worth the cost compared to a mid-market window brand?
Pella's vinyl lines (150 Series, Encompass) price at or below the $800 category average for window replacement generally, so they're not a premium pick on cost. Its wood-framed Architect and Reserve lines run well above that average — the premium there buys Pella's wood aesthetics and higher-end customization, not necessarily better core performance than a mid-tier fiberglass or vinyl window from another brand.
Does buying Pella through Lowe's cost less than a dealer install?
It can. This Old House's Lowe's-sourced pricing for Pella runs $150 to $1,800 per window, generally lower than dealer-quoted full-service installs, though a big-box purchase may not include the same installation service or warranty terms as a certified Pella dealer.

Sources

Figures synthesized and cross-checked across these sources (retrieved 2026-09-02):

  • HomeGuide — Pella window prices are $300 to $3,500 per window installed or $200 to $3,000 for the unit alone. By series, installed: 150 Series (vinyl) $350-$850; 250 Series (vinyl) $450-$1,350; Encompass (vinyl) $300-$1,400; Lifestyle (wood) $400-$2,000; Impervia (fiberglass) $400-$2,200; Defender/Hurricane Shield (impact glass) $800-$2,000; Architect (aluminum-clad wood) $1,300-$3,200; Reserve (wood) $1,400-$3,500. By type, installed: Awning $500-$2,100; Bay/bow $600-$3,500+; Casement $500-$3,000; Double-hung $500-$2,500; Single-hung $300-$1,500; Sliding/gliding $300-$1,500; Picture $500-$2,000. Direct comparison: 'Andersen Windows cost $400 to $4,000 per window installed, which is just slightly more expensive than the Pella brand.'
  • Bob Vila — Pella windows cost $100 to $3,000 per window (materials only). Wayne Owczarzac, owner of Mr. Handyman in Wheaton, Illinois: 'If it is a historic home, then you need to maintain the aesthetics of the home.'
  • Today's Homeowner — Average cost per window ~$675; installation $200-$300 per window; typical window cost excluding installation $200-$685; premium series windows $1,100+. By type, excluding installation: Awning $400-$1,780; Bay/bow $2,000+; Casement $535-$1,786; Double-hung $500-$1,745; Picture $600-$1,500; Single-hung $300-$1,500; Sliding $800-$2,000; Hopper $450-$1,800; Transom $300-$1,000. By frame material, excluding installation: Vinyl $250-$1,400; Wood $400-$3,500; Fiberglass $400-$3,000. Full home (8 windows) installation: $800+.
  • Forbes Home — On average, expect to pay $645 to $3,260 for the Lifestyle Series, $700 to $1,740 for the Impervia line, $430 to $1,265 for the 250 Series and $270 to $725 for Encompass by Pella. Overall per-window range $300-$3,300. By type: Awning (Lifestyle/Impervia) $805-$3,260; Double-hung (all series) $455-$2,275; Sliding $420-$1,740; Casement $480-$3,210; Picture $270-$1,705. Labor $38-$40/hour or $100-$300 per window.
  • This Old House — Pella per-window cost (Lowe's pricing): $150-$1,800 overall; by type, Casement $450-$1,800, Double-hung $200-$1,200, Sliding $150-$1,300, Single-hung $300-$1,100. 2025 survey of 1,000 homeowners: average total Pella project cost $8,506 versus $7,586 for Andersen. 'Pella offers more premium options at higher price points, while Andersen's pricing is more consistent across styles.'

Five independent publishers price Pella by series and window type; none states one single 'average price per window,' so national_average_usd ($850) is synthesized from the cluster of figures reported for Pella's most commonly replaced window types (single-hung, sliding, double-hung) across HomeGuide ($300-$1,500), Today's Homeowner ($200-$685 typical, premium $1,100+), Forbes Home (Encompass $270-$725 up to Lifestyle $645-$3,260), and This Old House ($150-$1,300, Lowe's pricing) — a midpoint close to window-replacement-cost.json's $800 category average. range_low_usd ($150) and range_high_usd ($3,500) are the lowest and highest verbatim per-window figures found across the five sources (This Old House's Lowe's-sourced sliding-window low and HomeGuide's Architect/Reserve series high, respectively). project_low_usd/project_high_usd ($800-$8,500) draws on Today's Homeowner's 'full home (8 windows)' framing and This Old House's 2025 survey average of $8,506 for a full Pella project, which sits near the top of that band. By series, HomeGuide's detailed pricing (used for by_type) is corroborated closely by Forbes Home's independently reported series figures (Lifestyle $645-$3,260, Impervia $700-$1,740, 250 Series $430-$1,265, Encompass $270-$725). Compared to window-replacement-cost.json (national average $800/window, range $300-$2,100), Pella's entry vinyl lines (150 Series, Encompass) price at or below the category average, while its wood-framed Architect and Reserve lines run well above it — a similar pattern to Andersen, though HomeGuide's direct brand comparison and This Old House's homeowner survey both show Pella pricing at or slightly below Andersen across most tiers, making Pella the modestly cheaper of the two major brands rather than the pricier one.