Front door cost in Bloomington, IN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $490 – $2,400
- Per door
- $490 – $2,388
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $1,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #131
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a new front door in the Bloomington area: $490 to $2,400 for 1 door. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 4% lower than the US figure. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.3).
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Bloomington, IN, standard level
$1,050 to $1,800
About $1,059 to $1,819 per door before permits. Labor is about 28% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $700 | $1,400 |
| Labor | $360 | $440 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $1,050 | $1,800 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Bloomington, IN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $190 | $1,050 | $1,900 | 72% |
| Labor | $300 | $400 | $500 | 28% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $490 | $1,450 | $2,400 | 100% |
Why Bloomington prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: carpenters at 85%, general maintenance and repair workers at 15%. Weighted together, Bloomington wages are 1.00 times the national level. Labor makes up about 28% of the midpoint estimate (27% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Bloomington is at 94.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,100 nationally becomes $1,050 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 95.1: $0 to $0.
Who does the work: Bloomington trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 2 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Bloomington the blend is 1.00.
Carpenters (47-2031), 85% of the weighting: a median of $29.50 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.82 and $35.36 an hour. About 270 work in the metro. That is 36.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 15%) the local median is $22.69 an hour, which is 5% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.83 and $28.32 an hour. BLS counts 760 of them working in the area, 103.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $70 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $65. That is a swing of roughly 4.6% to 4.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Bloomington has 73,240 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 251st by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 85% | $23.82 | $29.50 | $35.36 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 15% | $18.83 | $22.69 | $28.32 | $23.84 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
Is Bloomington cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Bloomington. Terre Haute is the lowest at about $1,450 (midpoint, 1 door), 40 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, INthis page | $490 – $2,400 | $1,450 | |
| Terre Haute, IN40 miles | $490 – $2,400 | $1,450 | level |
| Indianapolis, IN50 miles | $510 – $2,400 | $1,450 | +2% |
| Louisville, KY90 miles | $470 – $2,400 | $1,450 | level |
| Lafayette, IN90 miles | $500 – $2,400 | $1,450 | +1% |
| Evansville, IN95 miles | $510 – $2,400 | $1,450 | +1% |
| Indiana (statewide) | $500 – $2,450 | $1,450 | +2% |
| United States | $500 – $2,500 | $1,500 | +4% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Bloomington ranks #131 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Bloomington is 2% below the Indiana figure.
Elsewhere in Indiana
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis, IN | 1,105,170 jobs | $510 – $2,400 | $1,450 | +2% |
| Fort Wayne, IN | 225,520 jobs | $490 – $2,400 | $1,450 | level |
| Evansville, IN | 135,250 jobs | $510 – $2,400 | $1,450 | +1% |
| South Bend, IN | 131,670 jobs | $490 – $2,400 | $1,450 | level |
| Elkhart, IN | 127,730 jobs | $520 – $2,450 | $1,450 | +2% |
| Lafayette, IN | 102,200 jobs | $500 – $2,400 | $1,450 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bloomington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului, HI | 73,750 jobs | $630 – $2,900 | $1,750 | +23% |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $430 – $2,300 | $1,400 | −4% |
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $440 – $2,300 | $1,400 | −4% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $470 – $2,400 | $1,450 | −1% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: front door pricing in Bloomington
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Bloomington. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from single entry door to front and side doors.
Basic
$490 to $1,250
Basic steel door, same size opening
Standard
$1,050 to $1,800
Fiberglass door with sidelight trim or glass
Premium
$1,650 to $2,400
Wood or custom door, frame work needed
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single entry door | $490 – $1,250 | $1,050 – $1,800 | $1,650 – $2,400 |
| front and side doors | $980 – $2,500 | $2,100 – $3,650 | $3,250 – $4,800 |
What nearby projects cost in Bloomington
Jobs that often go together with front door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Bloomington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, patio door comes out highest (−2%) and garage door lowest (−4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $580 – $5,900 | −2% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $680 – $3,550 | −4% |
The best months for front door in Bloomington
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Bloomington Indiana Univ (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Bloomington are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February and December the average high stays below 45°F. Sealants, adhesives and some materials, such as vinyl, are harder to install well in the cold, and short daylight cuts the working day.
Bloomington gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 18 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (5.4 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and August are the driest, at 3.7 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 21 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 37 | 21 | 3.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 42 | 23 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Mar | 52 | 32 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 64 | 42 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 53 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 62 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 65 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 85 | 64 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 56 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 34 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 26 | 3.5 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Bloomington bid
Door material
Basic steel doors run about $200-$600 for the door; fiberglass and wood go to $2,000 (HomeGuide).
Double doors
A double front door costs $1,500-$6,500+ installed; the doors alone are $1,200-$5,000.
Frame
Frame repair adds $75-$200+; rebuilding the opening for a new size costs $7-$20 per linear foot for framing.
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Front door in Bloomington: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a front door in Bloomington?
For 1 door, expect $490 to $2,400 in the Bloomington area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,050 to $1,800. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for front door in Bloomington?
About $490 to $2,388 per door for materials and labor, plus $0 to $0 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $500 to $2,500.
+Is front door cheaper in Bloomington or Terre Haute?
Terre Haute is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $1,450, which is 0% less than Bloomington ($1,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bloomington?
About 28% at the midpoint, or $400 out of $1,450. Materials are 72% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would front and side doors cost in Bloomington?
$980 to $4,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does front door need a permit in Bloomington?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $0 for fees in the Bloomington area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bloomington expensive for front door compared with the rest of Indiana?
Bloomington is 2% below the Indiana statewide estimate ($1,450 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Indiana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Bloomington?
The BLS median is $29.50 an hour in the Bloomington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.82 to $35.36.
+What do basic and premium front door work cost in Bloomington?
For 1 door, basic work runs $490 to $1,250 and premium work $1,650 to $2,400. Basic means: basic steel door, same size opening. Premium means: wood or custom door, frame work needed.
+When is the best time to replace a front door in Bloomington?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March and August are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Front door near Bloomington
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Front Door Replacement Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = HomeGuide's door prices, from about $200 for a basic steel door to $2,000 for higher-end fiberglass or wood.