Front door cost in Barnstable, MA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $540 – $2,500
- Per door
- $543 – $2,523
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $1,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #52
- 1 = most expensive
Barnstable homeowners pay roughly $540 to $2,500 to replace a front door at 1 door, or $543 to $2,523 per door (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Barnstable is almost level. Carpenters earn a median of $33.93 an hour in the Barnstable area, 17% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Barnstable, MA, standard level
$1,150 to $1,950
About $1,137 to $1,929 per door before permits. Labor is about 30% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $720 | $1,400 |
| Labor | $420 | $510 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $1,150 | $1,950 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Barnstable, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $190 | $1,050 | $1,950 | 70% |
| Labor | $350 | $470 | $580 | 30% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $540 | $1,550 | $2,500 | 100% |
Where the Barnstable price comes from
Labor is 30% of the midpoint bill here, against 27% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (85%), general maintenance and repair workers (15%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Barnstable the blended ratio comes out at 1.16.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Barnstable metro is 97.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,050, compared with $1,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (98.4) and land at $0 to $0.
What nearby projects cost in Barnstable
Because every project leans on different trades, Barnstable's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, patio door runs +15% and garage door +3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Storm door | 1 door | $370 – $990 | +5% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $660 – $6,950 | +15% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $5,150 – $16,400 | +11% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $740 – $3,800 | +3% |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 2 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Barnstable is 1.16 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 85%) the local median is $33.93 an hour, which is 17% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $29.39 and $38.65 an hour. BLS counts 1,280 of them working in the area, 136.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 15% of the weighting: a median of $27.70 an hour, 16% above the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $22.55 and $31.23 an hour. About 1,050 work in the metro. That is 111.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($38.65 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $55. At the 25th percentile ($29.39) it shrinks by about $55. The total moves by 3.6% or 3.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 94,110 jobs in the Barnstable Town area. That makes it the 212th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 85% | $29.39 | $33.93 | $38.65 | $29.12 | 1.17 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 15% | $22.55 | $27.70 | $31.23 | $23.84 | 1.16 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.16 | |||||
When to schedule front door in Barnstable
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Hyannis Barnstable Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through December is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Barnstable (10 of 12 months). January and February have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January and February 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.
Barnstable gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, October and December (4.7 inches in December). Inside the workable window, June and July are the driest, at 3.1 and 2.7 inches. The station averages about 2 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 40 | 24 | 3.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 25 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 30 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 55 | 39 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 65 | 48 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 74 | 58 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 65 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 63 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 46 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 37 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 45 | 29 | 4.7 | Workable |
Why two Barnstable quotes can differ
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.
How Barnstable compares
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 1 door range from $1,500 to $1,600 across Barnstable and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable, MAthis page | $540 – $2,500 | $1,550 | |
| Providence, RI60 miles | $500 – $2,450 | $1,500 | −4% |
| Boston, MA70 miles | $570 – $2,600 | $1,600 | +4% |
| Worcester, MA100 miles | $550 – $2,550 | $1,550 | +1% |
| Norwich, CT100 miles | $510 – $2,500 | $1,500 | −2% |
| Manchester, NH115 miles | $500 – $2,450 | $1,500 | −3% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $570 – $2,600 | $1,600 | +3% |
| United States | $500 – $2,500 | $1,500 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Barnstable comes in at #52 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $1,800; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $1,300 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Barnstable is 3% below the Massachusetts figure.
Other Massachusetts metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $570 – $2,600 | $1,600 | +4% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 jobs | $550 – $2,550 | $1,550 | +1% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $560 – $2,550 | $1,550 | +1% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $520 – $2,500 | $1,500 | −2% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 jobs | $500 – $2,450 | $1,500 | −3% |
Cities with a workforce like Barnstable's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Barnstable against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $410 – $2,300 | $1,350 | −12% |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $480 – $2,400 | $1,450 | −6% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $400 – $2,250 | $1,300 | −14% |
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $440 – $2,300 | $1,350 | −11% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: front door pricing in Barnstable
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Barnstable wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 2 common sizes.
Basic
$540 to $1,350
Basic steel door, same size opening
Standard
$1,150 to $1,950
Fiberglass door with sidelight trim or glass
Premium
$1,750 to $2,500
Wood or custom door, frame work needed
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single entry door | $540 – $1,350 | $1,150 – $1,950 | $1,750 – $2,500 |
| front and side doors | $1,100 – $2,650 | $2,250 – $3,850 | $3,450 – $5,050 |
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Front door in Barnstable: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a front door in Barnstable?
For 1 door, expect $540 to $2,500 in the Barnstable area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,150 to $1,950. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for front door in Barnstable?
About $543 to $2,523 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 Barnstable or Providence?
Providence is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $1,500, which is 4% less than Barnstable ($1,550). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Barnstable?
About 30% at the midpoint, or $470 out of $1,550. Materials are 70% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 27%.
+What would front and side doors cost in Barnstable?
$1,100 to $5,050. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does front door need a permit in Barnstable?
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 Barnstable area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Barnstable expensive for front door compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Barnstable is 3% below the Massachusetts statewide estimate ($1,600 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Massachusetts; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Barnstable?
The BLS median is $33.93 an hour in the Barnstable area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $29.39 to $38.65.
+What do basic and premium front door work cost in Barnstable?
For 1 door, basic work runs $540 to $1,350 and premium work $1,750 to $2,500. 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 Barnstable?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through December. June and July 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 Barnstable
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.