Cost to Skylight Installation in Denver, CO

$1,344–$3,920 in Denver

12% above the national average · 1.12x cost multiplier

Expect to pay $1,344–$3,920 for a skylight installation in Denver, about 12% above the national benchmark. The Mountain West region's contractor market and material costs account for most of this difference. The detailed breakdown below shows how budget, mid-range, and premium projects compare at Denver prices.

Cost Breakdown in Denver

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Materials	$448	$1,008	$2,240
Labor	$560	$1,008	$1,344
Permits	$112	$168	$224
Total	$1,120+12% vs. national avg	$2,184+12% vs. national avg	$3,920+12% vs. national avg

Budget

Fixed curb-mount skylight, standard dual-pane glass, basic flashing kit

Mid-Range

Venting deck-mount skylight with Low-E glass, integrated flashing, solar-powered blind

Premium

Large electric venting skylight or sun tunnel, triple-pane glass, light shaft through attic, remote control

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Denver may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Fixed Skylight	$200-$500/unit	Most affordable, no moving parts to fail, good for hard-to-reach areas	No ventilation, condensation can be an issue	Hallways, closets, stairwells, areas needing light onlyMost affordable, no moving parts to fail, good for hard-to-reach areas
Manual Venting Skylight	$400-$800/unit	Allows air circulation, crank or push-bar operation, moderate cost	Must be within reach to operate, more leak points than fixed	Kitchens, bathrooms, reachable ceiling heightsAllows air circulation, crank or push-bar operation, moderate cost
Electric/Solar Venting Skylight	$700-$1,500/unit	Remote or app control, rain sensors auto-close, solar models qualify for tax credits	Most expensive, motor can fail, requires battery or wiring	High ceilings, bedrooms, smart home integrationRemote or app control, rain sensors auto-close, solar models qualify for tax credits
Tubular Sun Tunnel	$200-$600/unit	Least expensive, minimal roof penetration, fits in tight spaces, easy install	Smaller light output, no ventilation, no view of sky	Bathrooms, closets, hallways, tight attic spacesLeast expensive, minimal roof penetration, fits in tight spaces, easy install

Other Projects in Denver

Full Kitchen Remodel

Full Bathroom Remodel

Basement Finishing

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Denver Estimate

Typical Range

$1,344–$3,920

vs. National Average

12% above national

Cost Multiplier

1.12x

Estimates apply Denver's 1.12x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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