Metal Siding Cost Calculator
Enter your total wall area and the installed price per square foot to estimate metal siding cost — for steel or aluminum — shown as a low-high range covering materials and labor.
Typical installed metal siding runs $8–$20 per square foot depending on profile and gauge.
Estimates only — not financial advice. This calculator gives approximate figures for planning. It is not financial, tax, or legal advice; check with a qualified professional before making decisions.
How the metal siding cost calculator works
Metal siding is priced per square foot of wall installed: panels, trim, fasteners, and labor all roll into one rate. Multiply your wall area by that rate and the ±15% range brackets typical bid variation — simple gable walls land low, complex walls with lots of corners land high.
Installed metal siding typically runs $8–$20 per square foot: corrugated and ribbed panels at the low end, standing-seam and heavy-gauge profiles at the high end. Removal of old siding, insulation board, and painting add on top.
total = area × rate · low = total × 0.85, high = total × 1.15
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Metal siding cost calculator FAQ
How much does metal siding cost per square foot?
Installed, typically $8–$20 per square foot: corrugated panels near $8–$12, standing seam $14–$20+. A 2,000 sq ft wall therefore runs about $16,000–$40,000 installed.
Steel vs aluminum siding: which is cheaper?
Steel is usually cheaper per square foot and stronger against dents and hail; aluminum costs more but never rusts, which matters near salt water. Installed pricing overlaps in the $8–$20 range.
Does metal siding include insulation?
Not usually — the per-square-foot price covers panels, trim, and labor. Insulated backing board or a rain-screen system is an add-on, roughly $1–$3 extra per square foot.
How long does metal siding last?
40–70 years with quality paint finishes, versus 20–30 for vinyl and 15–25 for wood. The long life is the main reason the higher up-front cost can pay off.
Do I subtract windows and doors from the wall area?
Roughly, yes — net the wall area down by major openings for the closest estimate. Contractors usually measure gross and let the trim work absorb it, which is why the range above has slack.