Stone Veneer Siding Cost: $13,000–$22,000 (Average $16,000) in 2026
Author: CostGuideHQ Editorial·✓ Fact-checked·Updated July 2026·5 min read·4 sources Quick answerQuick answer: Stone veneer siding typically costs $13,000 to $22,000 for a full project, averaging about $16,000 nationally, or roughly $13 to $22 per square foot installed. Manufactured or faux stone runs cheaper than natural stone veneer; stone type, labor, and home size drive most of the difference.
- ✓The national average cost for stone veneer siding is $16,000, with most projects falling between $13,000 and $22,000 (HomeAdvisor).
- ✓Installed cost runs about $13 to $22 per square foot for a typical project, or $11 to $18 per square foot for materials alone (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor).
- ✓Manufactured or faux stone materials cost $5 to $9 per square foot, while natural stone veneer runs $8 to $18 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, TheSurfaceShop).
- ✓Labor typically adds $2 to $4 per square foot on top of materials, and removing old siding first can add another $1,000 to $2,000 (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor).
How much does stone veneer siding cost?
National average
$16,000
total project
Typical range
$13,000–$22,000
Most projects
Whole project
$1,500–$90,000
$7,800avg $16,000$30,800+
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Cost by material / type
| Type | Low | High |
|---|
| manufactured stone (per sq ft, material) | $5 | $8 |
| faux stone veneer (per sq ft, material) | $6 | $9 |
| mortarless stone veneer (per sq ft, material) | $6 | $10 |
| cultured stone (per sq ft, material) | $5 | $10 |
| natural stone veneer (per sq ft, material) | $8 | $18 |
| Versetta Stone panel (per sq ft, material) | $17 | $20 |
What affects the cost?
- Type of stone chosen — manufactured/faux ($5-$9/sq ft materials) vs. natural stone veneer ($8-$18/sq ft materials) (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, TheSurfaceShop)
- Total square footage of coverage — a 1,000 sq ft installed project runs about $13,000-$22,000 (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor)
- Labor, typically $2-$4 per sq ft on top of materials (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor), though full installed labor can run $3-$12/sq ft for veneer and $9-$15/sq ft for solid stone (Fixr)
- Whether existing siding must be removed first, about $1,000-$2,000 or $3-$4 per sq ft (HomeGuide)
- Moisture barrier/underlayment, roughly $2-$4 per sq ft or $440-$520 per 1,000 sq ft (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor)
- Building complexity — multi-story or intricate layouts add roughly 25%-35% to labor (HomeAdvisor)
- Home size and region — HomeAdvisor's overall range runs from about $1,500 for a small home up to $90,000 for a large one
Why does stone veneer siding cost so much?
Stone veneer siding runs $13,000 to $22,000 for a typical whole-house project, averaging around $16,000 nationally, because it combines a premium material with labor-intensive installation (HomeAdvisor). Per square foot, expect $13 to $22 installed, or $11 to $18 for materials alone if you’re supplying your own labor (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor). The biggest swing factor is stone type: manufactured and faux stone panels cost $5 to $9 per square foot in materials, while natural stone veneer runs $8 to $18 per square foot, and solid natural stone can reach $50 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, TheSurfaceShop). Labor adds another $2 to $4 per square foot for standard veneer work, climbing toward $12 per square foot for more elaborate stonework (HomeGuide, Fixr). Smaller accent projects, like a 250 square foot entryway, can come in around $3,250 to $5,500 installed (HomeGuide), while larger or full-facade jobs on bigger homes can reach up to $90,000 (HomeAdvisor).
What affects the cost?
A handful of variables explain most of the gap between a $13,000 job and one closer to $22,000 or beyond:
- Stone type. Manufactured or faux stone materials run $5 to $9 per square foot, cultured stone $5 to $10 per square foot, and natural stone veneer $8 to $18 per square foot — solid natural stone options like granite or limestone run even higher, up to $30 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, Fixr, TheSurfaceShop).
- Total coverage area. A 1,000 square foot installation typically totals $13,000 to $22,000, while a smaller 250 square foot accent wall or entryway runs closer to $3,250 to $5,500 (HomeGuide).
- Labor and installation complexity. Standard labor adds $2 to $4 per square foot, but multi-story homes or intricate layouts can push the labor premium up 25% to 35% (HomeAdvisor).
- Removing old siding. Stripping existing siding before installing veneer adds $1,000 to $2,000, or about $3 to $4 per square foot (HomeGuide).
- Moisture barrier and underlayment. A proper moisture barrier runs $2 to $4 per square foot, or about $440 to $520 per 1,000 square feet (HomeAdvisor).
- Region and local labor rates. HomeAdvisor’s full range spans from about $1,500 for a small accent installation to $90,000 for a large one.
How to lower your stone veneer siding cost
- Choose manufactured or faux stone over natural stone veneer. Materials run $5 to $9 per square foot versus $8 to $18 for natural stone veneer, a meaningful savings across a full house (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, TheSurfaceShop).
- Install over sound existing siding when possible. Skipping removal avoids the $1,000 to $2,000 (or $3-$4 per square foot) cost of stripping old material first, as long as the existing surface can structurally support veneer (HomeGuide).
- Limit coverage to accent areas. A porch, entryway, or lower-facade accent at 250 square feet runs roughly $3,250 to $5,500 installed rather than facing the cost of covering an entire home (HomeGuide).
- Get multiple quotes, especially for labor. Installed labor alone ranges from $2 to $12 per square foot across sources depending on stonework complexity, so comparing bids can meaningfully change your total (HomeGuide, Fixr).
- Budget for the moisture barrier up front. At $2 to $4 per square foot, skipping or skimping on it risks costlier repairs later, so treat it as a required line item rather than an optional add-on (HomeAdvisor).
Prices vary by region, home size, and stone type, so treat the figures above as a planning budget. Get two or three local quotes, and confirm whether removal of old siding, moisture barriers, and permits are included before comparing bids.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does stone veneer siding cost on average?+
The national average is about $16,000 for a full project, with most homeowners paying between $13,000 and $22,000 depending on stone type, coverage area, and labor rates (HomeAdvisor).
How much is stone veneer siding per square foot?+
A professionally installed project runs roughly $13 to $22 per square foot, covering both materials and labor. Materials alone typically run $11 to $18 per square foot (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor).
What's the cost difference between manufactured and natural stone veneer?+
Manufactured or faux stone materials cost about $5 to $9 per square foot, noticeably less than natural stone veneer at $8 to $18 per square foot. Solid natural stone can run as high as $50 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide, TheSurfaceShop).
Does removing old siding add to the cost?+
Yes. Stripping off existing siding before installing stone veneer typically adds $1,000 to $2,000 to the project, or roughly $3 to $4 per square foot (HomeGuide).
What's the labor cost for installing stone veneer siding?+
Labor typically runs $2 to $4 per square foot on top of materials for veneer installation, though homes with multiple stories or complex layouts can see labor costs run 25% to 35% higher (HomeAdvisor).
Is stone veneer siding cheaper than solid natural stone?+
Yes, generally. Manufactured stone veneer materials run $5 to $8 per square foot (HomeAdvisor, HomeGuide) versus $14 to $30 per square foot for solid stone types like limestone and granite (Fixr), making veneer the more budget-friendly way to get a stone look.
Sources
Figures synthesized and cross-checked across these sources (retrieved 2026-07-24):
- HomeAdvisor — "Stone veneer siding costs $16,000 on average"; "costs $13,000 to $22,000 on average for your project"; extreme range "$1,500 to as high as $90,000". Per sq ft: "roughly $13 to $22 per square foot for materials and labor"; labor alone "$2 to $4 per square foot"; moisture barrier "$2 to $4 per square foot". By type (materials): solid natural stone "$50 per square foot", faux stone "$6 to $9", mortarless veneer "$6 to $10", manufactured stone "$5 to $8". Underlayment "$440 to $520 per 1,000 square feet". Complex/multi-story layouts add "25% to 35%" to labor. 250 sq ft example: stone siding "$9,800 to $18,000" vs veneer "$5,000 to $6,000".
- HomeGuide — Professional installation "$13 to $22 per square foot"; DIY materials only "$11 to $18 per square foot"; 1,000 sq ft project "$13,000-$22,000" total installed (material $11,000-$18,000 + installation labor bringing total to $13,000-$22,000). By sq ft: 250 sq ft installation cost "$3,250-$5,500"; 500 sq ft "$6,500-$11,000"; 1,500 sq ft "$19,500-$33,000"; 2,000 sq ft "$26,000-$44,000". Labor "$2-$4 per square foot". By stone type (materials per sq ft): basalt "$7-$11", granite "$15-$30", limestone "$20-$28", slate "$4.50-$10", stone-look vinyl "$5-$10", faux stone "$6-$9", manufactured stone "$5-$8". Existing siding removal "$1,000-$2,000" or "$3-$4 per sq ft".
- Fixr — National average for stone siding overall "$30,000 - $55,000" with average "$37,500" (covers solid stone and veneer combined). Stone veneer per sq ft "$3 - $20"; natural stone siding "$5 - $30". By project size (materials only): 500 sq ft veneer "$1,500 - $5,000", natural stone "$2,500 - $15,000"; 1,500 sq ft veneer "$4,500 - $15,000", natural stone "$7,500 - $45,000". Solid stone materials per sq ft: slate "$5 - $10", marble "$10 - $25", granite "$20 - $28", limestone "$14 - $30". Veneer types materials per sq ft: faux stone panel "$3 - $5", cultured stone "$5 - $10", Versetta Stone "$17 - $20". Labor: veneer "$3 - $12" per sq ft, solid stone "$9 - $15" per sq ft. Installation over existing siding "$7 to $13" per sq ft.
- TheSurfaceShop — Total installed cost "$18 - 38 per sq ft". Material (natural stone veneer) "$8 - 18 per sq ft"; installation/labor "$10 - 20 per sq ft". Comparison: vinyl "$6 - 12", fiber cement "$10 - 20", brick veneer "$18 - 30" per sq ft. Example: 2,000 sq ft home with 600-1,000 sq ft stone veneer coverage totals "$11,000 and $38,000".
Sources agree the installed cost lands in the roughly $13-$22 per sq ft range for a typical mid-range project (HomeGuide, HomeAdvisor), which is why the national average of $16,000 and range of $13,000-$22,000 (both from HomeAdvisor, corroborated by HomeGuide's 1,000 sq ft figure of $13,000-$22,000) are used as the headline figures for a whole-project unit. Per-square-foot quotes vary more widely across sources depending on whether materials-only, labor-only, or fully-installed pricing is being quoted, and whether the stone is manufactured/faux or natural: Fixr cites $3-$20/sq ft for veneer and up to $30/sq ft for natural stone, while TheSurfaceShop cites a fully-installed $18-$38/sq ft (higher than HomeAdvisor/HomeGuide, likely reflecting natural stone and complex installs). The by_type breakdown reflects materials-only cost per square foot and should be read as a relative comparison, not a whole-project total. The 'manufactured or faux stone' figure used in the narrative ($5-$9/sq ft) is a synthesized range combining HomeAdvisor's and HomeGuide's separate manufactured ($5-$8) and faux ($6-$9) materials figures; it should not be conflated with the distinct mortarless ($6-$10) or cultured ($5-$10) categories, nor with Fixr's cheaper budget faux stone panel product ($3-$5/sq ft), which is a lighter, lower-grade product than the manufactured and faux stone veneer ($5-$9) priced by HomeAdvisor and HomeGuide. Large-home extremes (up to $90,000) trace to HomeAdvisor's stated overall project range, not to Fixr's or TheSurfaceShop's example figures, which cover different metrics. Figures generally cover materials and standard installation labor; removing old siding, structural repairs, and permits are typically extra.