Local research · updated July 2026
Awning windows in Cheyenne, Wyoming
Top-hinged sash that opens outward from the bottom. For Cheyenne's mixed-age housing stock (57.3% of homes predate 1980), awning window replacement is a common project — and in the ENERGY STAR Northern zone, the number that matters most is a low U-factor (≤ 0.22) to keep heat in.
Short answer
Awning windows in Cheyenne typically cost $360–$1,640 installed per opening. The low end is a mid-grade vinyl insert from a regional installer; the top is a premium frame, a full-frame installation, or a full-service national brand.
NREL REMDB + BLS PPI, localized to Cheyenne (BEA Regional Price Parity, 2024). How we estimate →
$360–$1,640
installed range per opening for Awning window, from a mid-grade insert up to a premium or full-frame job
Source: NREL REMDB + BLS PPI, localized to Cheyenne
57.3%
of Cheyenne homes were built before 1980
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, 2019–2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
U ≤ 0.22
the ENERGY STAR v7.0 number that matters most in the Northern zone
Source: EPA ENERGY STAR v7.0
Is a Awning window right for a Cheyenne home?
Crank opens the sash outward; sheds rain while venting.
Where it fits:
- Ventilation during rain
- High placements and pairing under picture windows
- Basements (larger egress variants aside)
What to weigh:
- Limited opening size; not an egress solution in most sizes
Awning windows and Cheyenne's climate
Cheyenne sits in the ENERGY STAR Northern zone (IECC zone 6B (cold, dry), Laramie County), where the priority is a low U-factor (≤ 0.22) to keep heat in.
A awning closes against a compression seal — the tightest of any operable window. In the Northern zone's cold winters, where air leakage drives heating loss, that seal is a real advantage.
New to these numbers? See our plain-English guide to U-factor and SHGC.
What Awning windows cost in Cheyenne
Awning window replacement in Cheyenne runs $360–$1,640 installed. The low end is a mid-grade vinyl insert from a regional installer; the top is a premium frame, a full-frame installation, or a full-service national brand. Window replacement pricing in Cheyenne follows the same drivers as anywhere: the number of openings, the frame material, the glass package, and whether the crew is doing a simple insert or a full-frame tear-out. Because the majority of homes here predate 1980, non-standard openings, plaster returns, and hidden rot are common and can move the number once work starts, so an on-site inspection matters more than a headline per-window figure. Two local factors are worth budgeting for: the wind makes air-sealing quality worth paying for rather than shopping on price alone, and the high altitude means insulated units should be specified for elevation. On incentives, the picture is better here than in most of Wyoming — Rocky Mountain Power's wattsmart Homes program offers a per-window rebate for qualifying ENERGY STAR windows on eligible electric-service homes — but it is modest, so get itemized written quotes from multiple local installers and compare the same glass spec and installation method line for line.
That's the national range shifted to Cheyenne's cost level using the BEA Regional Price Parity for Cheyenne, WY (96.5, U.S. = 100; 2024). How we estimate local costs →
For a breakdown by frame material and install type, see our full cost guide.
Installers serving Cheyenne
A sample of companies with locations in the Cheyenne market. See the full Cheyenne directory for all listings, our map, and featured-partner disclosures.
| Company | Location | Request a quote |
|---|---|---|
| 1Pella Windows and Doors Showroom of Cheyenne, WYPella | Cheyenne, WY | Get matched → |
| 2Window World of CheyenneWindow World | Cheyenne, WY | Get matched → |
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Rebates & incentives in Wyoming
The federal window tax credit (25C) ended for projects placed in service after December 31, 2025. If your windows were installed in 2025, you can still claim it on your 2025 return — but for new projects there is no federal window credit. State and utility programs are now the main source of window incentives.
Wyoming did not decline the IRA Home Energy Rebates — the Wyoming Energy Authority is the sole administrator of the state's roughly $69 million HOMES and HEAR allocation, but the program stalled after federal funds were frozen in early 2025 and, as of mid-2026, DOE has only recently committed to releasing the money. No application portal is live yet and no firm launch date has been set. Windows would generally qualify only through the whole-home HOMES track based on modeled energy savings, not as a standalone rebate. Confirm current status and availability before relying on this. See our Cheyenne guide for the full program list.
Awning windows in Cheyenne: FAQ
›What efficiency numbers should a Awning window in Cheyenne meet?
Cheyenne sits in the ENERGY STAR Northern zone (IECC 6B (cold, dry)). Qualifying units need a U-factor of 0.22 or lower with an SHGC of at least 0.17. A awning closes against a compression seal — the tightest of any operable window. In the Northern zone's cold winters, where air leakage drives heating loss, that seal is a real advantage.
›How much does Awning window replacement cost in Cheyenne?
A useful planning range for Awning window replacement in Cheyenne is $360–$1,640 installed. The low end is a mid-grade vinyl insert from a regional installer; the top is a premium frame, a full-frame installation, or a full-service national brand. Window replacement pricing in Cheyenne follows the same drivers as anywhere: the number of openings, the frame material, the glass package, and whether the crew is doing a simple insert or a full-frame tear-out. Because the majority of homes here predate 1980, non-standard openings, plaster returns, and hidden rot are common and can move the number once work starts, so an on-site inspection matters more than a headline per-window figure. Two local factors are worth budgeting for: the wind makes air-sealing quality worth paying for rather than shopping on price alone, and the high altitude means insulated units should be specified for elevation. On incentives, the picture is better here than in most of Wyoming — Rocky Mountain Power's wattsmart Homes program offers a per-window rebate for qualifying ENERGY STAR windows on eligible electric-service homes — but it is modest, so get itemized written quotes from multiple local installers and compare the same glass spec and installation method line for line.
›Do I need a permit to replace Awning windows in Cheyenne?
Replacement generally requires a permit, and new units must meet the current energy code. See our Cheyenne guide for local permitting and rebate details, and always confirm your installer pulls the permit.
Sources
- — U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (B25034, B25035)
- — EPA ENERGY STAR Version 7.0 Residential Windows specification
- — DOE/PNNL IECC climate zone assignments by county
- — NREL residential window cost analysis (planning ranges)