Garage door cost in Bloomington, IL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $730 – $3,700
- Per door
- $732 – $3,534
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #67
- 1 = most expensive
A garage door in Bloomington, IL usually costs $730 to $3,700 for 1 door. That works out to about $732 to $3,534 per door before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Carpenters earn a median of $36.28 an hour in the Bloomington area, 25% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Bloomington, IL, standard level
$1,650 to $2,800
About $1,573 to $2,693 per door before permits. Labor is about 35% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $960 | $1,750 |
| Labor | $610 | $940 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $1,650 | $2,800 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Bloomington, IL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $370 | $1,350 | $2,350 | 61% |
| Labor | $360 | $780 | $1,200 | 35% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 4% |
| Total | $730 | $2,250 | $3,700 | 100% |
Why Bloomington 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, Bloomington wages are 1.19 times the national level. Labor makes up about 35% of the midpoint estimate (30% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Bloomington is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,450 nationally becomes $1,350 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.5: $0 to $190.
Why two Bloomington 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.
Bloomington: what basic, standard and premium work costs
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 door to two single doors.
Basic
$730 to $1,950
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,650 to $2,800
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,550 to $3,700
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $730 – $1,950 | $1,650 – $2,800 | $2,550 – $3,700 |
| double door | $730 – $1,950 | $1,650 – $2,800 | $2,550 – $3,700 |
| two single doors | $1,450 – $3,800 | $3,200 – $5,500 | $4,950 – $7,250 |
What local crews earn in Bloomington
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 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 1.19.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $36.28 an hour, 25% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.00 and $44.69 an hour. About 170 work in the metro. That is 19.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 20%) the local median is $38.19 an hour, which is 26% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.47 and $46.30 an hour. BLS counts 330 of them working in the area, 37.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 20%) the local median is $23.11 an hour, which is 3% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.35 and $29.77 an hour. BLS counts 710 of them working in the area, 80.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $110 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $110. That is a swing of roughly 5.0% to 5.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Bloomington has 88,110 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 222nd by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $28.00 | $36.28 | $44.69 | $29.12 | 1.25 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $28.47 | $38.19 | $46.30 | $30.38 | 1.26 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $18.35 | $23.11 | $29.77 | $23.84 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.19 | |||||
Optional extras in Bloomington
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.06 for Bloomington, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.19) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a new opener (flat) | $320 – $960 |
Related projects, priced for Bloomington
Jobs that often go together with garage door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Bloomington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, concrete driveway comes out highest (+12%) and window replacement lowest (−1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $31,600 – $63,300 | +9% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $4,000 – $10,400 | +12% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $370 – $980 | +4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $550 – $2,500 | +1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,550 – $14,800 | −1% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $610 – $6,300 | +5% |
Bloomington weather and the garage door calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Normal 4Ne (5 miles from the city center). 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 39 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 20 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.8 inches in May). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.6 and 2.8 inches. The station averages about 26 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 | 33 | 16 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 38 | 19 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Mar | 50 | 28 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 38 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 50 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 60 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 63 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 61 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 53 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 42 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 31 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 21 | 2.3 | Cold |
Bloomington against nearby metros and the rest of Illinois
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 $2,150 to $2,550 across Bloomington and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, ILthis page | $730 – $3,700 | $2,250 | |
| Champaign, IL35 miles | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | level |
| Peoria, IL40 miles | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | level |
| Springfield, IL65 miles | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | +1% |
| Lafayette, IN95 miles | $710 – $3,650 | $2,150 | −2% |
| Chicago, IL100 miles | $840 – $4,250 | $2,550 | +14% |
| Illinois (statewide) | $810 – $4,100 | $2,450 | +11% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Bloomington ranks #67 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Bloomington is 10% below the Illinois figure.
Elsewhere in Illinois
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $840 – $4,250 | $2,550 | +14% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | level |
| Rockford, IL | 137,650 jobs | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | +1% |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 jobs | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | level |
| Springfield, IL | 100,810 jobs | $740 – $3,750 | $2,250 | +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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −9% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $630 – $3,350 | $2,000 | −10% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $740 – $3,900 | $2,350 | +4% |
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $640 – $3,400 | $2,050 | −9% |
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Garage door in Bloomington: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Bloomington?
For 1 door, expect $730 to $3,700 in the Bloomington area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,650 to $2,800. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Bloomington?
About $732 to $3,534 per door for materials and labor, plus $0 to $190 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $700 to $3,500.
+Is garage door cheaper in Bloomington or Champaign?
Champaign is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,250, which is 0% more than Bloomington ($2,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bloomington?
About 35% at the midpoint, or $780 out of $2,250. Materials are 61% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Bloomington?
$730 to $3,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage 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 $190 for fees in the Bloomington area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bloomington expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Illinois?
Bloomington is 10% below the Illinois statewide estimate ($2,450 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Illinois; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Bloomington?
The BLS median is $36.28 an hour in the Bloomington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.00 to $44.69.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Bloomington?
For 1 door, basic work runs $730 to $1,950 and premium work $2,550 to $3,700. 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 Bloomington?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March and November 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 Bloomington?
$320 to $960, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage 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 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