Garage door cost in Jonesboro, AR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $600 – $3,250
- Per door
- $598 – $3,084
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #296
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace a garage door in Jonesboro, plan on $600 to $3,250 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $598 to $3,084 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 12% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $21.13 an hour in the Jonesboro area, 27% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Jonesboro, AR, standard level
$1,400 to $2,450
About $1,344 to $2,338 per door before permits. Labor is about 25% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $960 | $1,750 |
| Labor | $380 | $590 |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $120 |
| Total | $1,400 | $2,450 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Jonesboro, AR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $370 | $1,350 | $2,350 | 70% |
| Labor | $220 | $480 | $740 | 25% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $85 | $170 | 4% |
| Total | $600 | $1,950 | $3,250 | 100% |
Why Jonesboro prices look the way they do
Labor is 25% of the midpoint bill here, against 30% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (60%), electricians (20%), general maintenance and repair workers (20%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Jonesboro the blended ratio comes out at 0.74.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Jonesboro metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,350, compared with $1,450 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (85.9) and land at $0 to $170.
Optional extras in Jonesboro
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Jonesboro by the average of the local wage index (0.74) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.84. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a new opener (flat) | $250 – $760 |
Jonesboro labor market for garage door
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Jonesboro is 0.74 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $21.13 an hour, which is 27% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.07 and $24.23 an hour. BLS counts 110 of them working in the area, 18.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 20% of the weighting: a median of $23.43 an hour, 23% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $18.13 and $29.23 an hour. About 340 work in the metro. That is 56.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 20% of the weighting: a median of $18.46 an hour, 23% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $16.72 and $22.55 an hour. About 560 work in the metro. That is 92.4 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 ($24.23 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $40. At the 25th percentile ($19.07) it shrinks by about $30. The total moves by 2.2% or 1.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 60,620 jobs in the Jonesboro area. That makes it the 286th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $19.07 | $21.13 | $24.23 | $29.12 | 0.73 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $18.13 | $23.43 | $29.23 | $30.38 | 0.77 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $16.72 | $18.46 | $22.55 | $23.84 | 0.77 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.74 | |||||
How Jonesboro compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Jonesboro. Little Rock comes closest at about $1,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, ARthis page | $600 – $3,250 | $1,950 | |
| Memphis, TN65 miles | $650 – $3,500 | $2,050 | +7% |
| Jackson, TN100 miles | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | +6% |
| Little Rock, AR120 miles | $620 – $3,350 | $1,950 | +2% |
| Springfield, MO180 miles | $640 – $3,400 | $2,050 | +5% |
| Clarksville, TN180 miles | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | +6% |
| Arkansas (statewide) | $620 – $3,300 | $1,950 | +2% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +14% |
Across 300 US metros, Jonesboro comes in at #296 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $2,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $1,850 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Jonesboro is 2% below the Arkansas figure.
Other Arkansas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $620 – $3,350 | $1,950 | +2% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $620 – $3,350 | $2,000 | +3% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $600 – $3,250 | $1,950 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Jonesboro's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jonesboro against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +13% |
| Chambersburg, PA | 60,280 jobs | $670 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +11% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | +2% |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | +2% |
Planning more than one job in Jonesboro?
Because every project leans on different trades, Jonesboro's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, window replacement runs −11% and concrete driveway −20%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $24,400 – $49,100 | −16% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $2,950 – $7,250 | −20% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $290 – $820 | −15% |
| Front door | 1 door | $410 – $2,250 | −12% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $3,950 – $13,400 | −11% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $520 – $5,050 | −16% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Jonesboro bid
Permit
Like-for-like replacement often needs no permit. Opening up the wall or adding wiring can.
Door size and style
A standard door with 4-5 rectangular panels is $400-$1,400 before installation; add windows and it's $600-$2,500 (HomeGuide).
Opener
A new opener is a separate line at $300-$900 installed.
Climate in Jonesboro: timing your garage door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Jonesboro Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Jonesboro (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Jonesboro gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and May (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, January and September are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 66 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 | 47 | 31 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Feb | 52 | 34 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 61 | 41 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 71 | 50 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 60 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 68 | 3.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 72 | 3.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 70 | 3.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 62 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 51 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 40 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 50 | 33 | 4.5 | Workable |
Cost by quality level and size in Jonesboro
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Jonesboro 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 3 common sizes.
Basic
$600 to $1,650
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,400 to $2,450
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,200 to $3,250
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $600 – $1,650 | $1,400 – $2,450 | $2,200 – $3,250 |
| double door | $600 – $1,650 | $1,400 – $2,450 | $2,200 – $3,250 |
| two single doors | $1,200 – $3,250 | $2,750 – $4,800 | $4,300 – $6,350 |
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Garage door in Jonesboro: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Jonesboro?
For 1 door, expect $600 to $3,250 in the Jonesboro area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,400 to $2,450. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Jonesboro?
About $598 to $3,084 per door for materials and labor, plus $0 to $170 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $700 to $3,500.
+Is garage door cheaper in Jonesboro or Memphis?
Memphis is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,050, which is 7% more than Jonesboro ($1,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jonesboro?
About 25% at the midpoint, or $480 out of $1,950. Materials are 70% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Jonesboro?
$600 to $3,250. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Jonesboro?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $170 for fees in the Jonesboro area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jonesboro expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Arkansas?
Jonesboro is 2% below the Arkansas statewide estimate ($1,950 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Arkansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Jonesboro?
The BLS median is $21.13 an hour in the Jonesboro area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.07 to $24.23.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Jonesboro?
For 1 door, basic work runs $600 to $1,650 and premium work $2,200 to $3,250. Basic means: basic single door, standard steel panels. Premium means: premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware.
+When is the best time to replace a garage door in Jonesboro?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. January and September are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add a new opener" add in Jonesboro?
$250 to $760, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Jonesboro
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 Garage Door Replacement Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (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