Garage door cost in Macon, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $620 – $3,350
- Per door
- $616 – $3,177
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #279
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace a garage door in Macon, plan on $620 to $3,350 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $616 to $3,177 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 10% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $20.03 an hour in the Macon area, 31% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Macon, GA, standard level
$1,450 to $2,550
About $1,385 to $2,409 per door before permits. Labor is about 25% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $990 | $1,800 |
| Labor | $390 | $610 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $120 |
| Total | $1,450 | $2,550 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Macon, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $390 | $1,400 | $2,400 | 70% |
| Labor | $230 | $500 | $770 | 25% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 4% |
| Total | $620 | $2,000 | $3,350 | 100% |
Why Macon prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 60%, electricians at 20%, general maintenance and repair workers at 20%. Weighted together, Macon wages are 0.77 times the national level. Labor makes up about 25% of the midpoint estimate (30% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Macon metro is 96.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,400, compared with $1,450 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (88.5) and land at $0 to $180.
Macon 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 Macon is 0.77 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $20.03 an hour, which is 31% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $16.47 and $27.05 an hour. BLS counts 70 of them working in the area, 7.4 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 $26.11 an hour, 14% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $20.16 and $34.06 an hour. About 380 work in the metro. That is 40.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 20% of the weighting: a median of $22.17 an hour, 7% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.01 and $27.20 an hour. About 950 work in the metro. That is 100.0 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 ($27.05 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $95. At the 25th percentile ($16.47) it shrinks by about $50. The total moves by 4.7% or 2.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 95,030 jobs in the Macon-Bibb County area. That makes it the 211th 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) | 60% | $16.47 | $20.03 | $27.05 | $29.12 | 0.69 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $20.16 | $26.11 | $34.06 | $30.38 | 0.86 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $18.01 | $22.17 | $27.20 | $23.84 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.77 | |||||
Climate in Macon: timing your garage door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Macon Middle Ga Rgnl Ap (10 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 Macon (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Macon gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and December (4.8 inches in July). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 2.6 and 2.6 inches. The station averages about 85 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 | 59 | 36 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Feb | 63 | 39 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Mar | 71 | 45 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 51 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 60 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 68 | 4.4 | Hot |
| Jul | 94 | 72 | 4.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 71 | 4.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 65 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 53 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 69 | 43 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 61 | 38 | 4.6 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Macon
Because every project leans on different trades, Macon's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, window replacement runs −10% and concrete driveway −16%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $25,000 – $50,100 | −14% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | −16% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $300 – $840 | −13% |
| Front door | 1 door | $410 – $2,300 | −10% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,000 – $13,600 | −10% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $530 – $5,100 | −15% |
Macon against nearby metros and the rest of Georgia
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Atlanta is the priciest of the group at $2,150. Albany is the cheapest at $1,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon, GAthis page | $620 – $3,350 | $2,000 | |
| Warner Robins, GA25 miles | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | +3% |
| Atlanta, GA70 miles | $670 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +7% |
| Columbus, GA70 miles | $620 – $3,350 | $2,000 | level |
| Athens, GA80 miles | $610 – $3,350 | $2,000 | level |
| Albany, GA85 miles | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | −1% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $660 – $3,550 | $2,100 | +5% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +11% |
Across 300 US metros, Macon comes in at #279 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $2,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $1,850 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Macon is 5% below the Georgia figure.
Other Georgia metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $670 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +7% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $670 – $3,550 | $2,100 | +6% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $630 – $3,400 | $2,000 | +2% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $620 – $3,350 | $2,000 | level |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | +3% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $610 – $3,350 | $2,000 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Macon's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Macon against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $600 – $3,250 | $1,950 | −3% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $740 – $3,800 | $2,250 | +14% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $610 – $3,350 | $2,000 | level |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +9% |
Why two Macon quotes can differ
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.
Labor
Installation labor is about $200-$500, so the door itself is most of the bill.
Extras that change the Macon total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Macon by the average of the local wage index (0.77) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.87. 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) | $260 – $780 |
Pick a size, pick a tier: garage door pricing in Macon
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Macon 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
$620 to $1,700
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,450 to $2,550
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,250 to $3,350
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $620 – $1,700 | $1,450 – $2,550 | $2,250 – $3,350 |
| double door | $620 – $1,700 | $1,450 – $2,550 | $2,250 – $3,350 |
| two single doors | $1,250 – $3,350 | $2,800 – $4,950 | $4,400 – $6,550 |
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Garage door in Macon: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Macon?
For 1 door, expect $620 to $3,350 in the Macon area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,450 to $2,550. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Macon?
About $616 to $3,177 per door for materials and labor, plus $0 to $180 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $700 to $3,500.
+Is garage door cheaper in Macon or Warner Robins?
Warner Robins is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,050, which is 3% more than Macon ($2,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Macon?
About 25% at the midpoint, or $500 out of $2,000. Materials are 70% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Macon?
$620 to $3,350. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Macon?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $180 for fees in the Macon area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Macon expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Georgia?
Macon is 5% below the Georgia statewide estimate ($2,100 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Macon?
The BLS median is $20.03 an hour in the Macon area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $16.47 to $27.05.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Macon?
For 1 door, basic work runs $620 to $1,700 and premium work $2,250 to $3,350. 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 Macon?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. May and October 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 Macon?
$260 to $780, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Macon
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