Garage door cost in Missoula, MT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $690 – $3,600
- Per door
- $687 – $3,409
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #118
- 1 = most expensive
Missoula homeowners pay roughly $690 to $3,600 to replace a garage door at 1 door, or $687 to $3,409 per door (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Missoula is almost level. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.0).
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Missoula, MT, standard level
$1,550 to $2,750
About $1,503 to $2,592 per door before permits. Labor is about 31% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $990 | $1,800 |
| Labor | $510 | $800 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $1,550 | $2,750 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Missoula, MT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,400 | $2,400 | 65% |
| Labor | $300 | $660 | $1,000 | 31% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 4% |
| Total | $690 | $2,150 | $3,600 | 100% |
Where the Missoula price comes from
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, Missoula wages are 1.01 times the national level. Labor makes up about 31% of the midpoint estimate (30% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Missoula metro is 96.0 (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 (96.4) and land at $0 to $190.
When to schedule garage door in Missoula
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Missoula Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through October is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Missoula (8 of 12 months). January, February, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, November 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.
Missoula gets about 14 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 43 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (2.1 inches in June). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.8 and 0.8 inches. The station averages about 27 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 | 32 | 18 | 1.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 21 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 27 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 56 | 32 | 1.4 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 40 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 73 | 46 | 2.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 52 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 50 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 42 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 56 | 32 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 40 | 25 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Dec | 31 | 18 | 1.1 | Cold |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Missoula is 1.01 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $27.48 an hour, which is 6% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.35 and $30.07 an hour. BLS counts 400 of them working in the area, 59.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 20% of the weighting: a median of $38.10 an hour, 25% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $29.89 and $38.51 an hour. About 280 work in the metro. That is 41.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 20% of the weighting: a median of $22.83 an hour, 4% below the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.20 and $25.87 an hour. About 590 work in the metro. That is 88.0 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 ($30.07 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $35. At the 25th percentile ($23.35) it shrinks by about $55. The total moves by 1.6% or 2.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 67,070 jobs in the Missoula area. That makes it the 270th 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% | $23.35 | $27.48 | $30.07 | $29.12 | 0.94 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $29.89 | $38.10 | $38.51 | $30.38 | 1.25 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $18.20 | $22.83 | $25.87 | $23.84 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.01 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Missoula
Because every project leans on different trades, Missoula's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete driveway runs +3% and patio door −6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $28,900 – $58,000 | level |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,700 – $9,500 | +3% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $330 – $910 | −5% |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,250 – $14,200 | −5% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $570 – $5,650 | −6% |
Extras that change the Missoula total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Missoula by the average of the local wage index (1.01) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.98. 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) | $300 – $890 |
Cost by quality level and size in Missoula
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Missoula 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
$690 to $1,850
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,550 to $2,750
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,450 to $3,600
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $690 – $1,850 | $1,550 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,600 |
| double door | $690 – $1,850 | $1,550 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,600 |
| two single doors | $1,350 – $3,650 | $3,050 – $5,300 | $4,750 – $7,000 |
Garage door: what moves the price in Missoula
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.
Is Missoula cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $2,100 to $2,400 across Missoula and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Missoula, MTthis page | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID120 miles | $670 – $3,550 | $2,100 | −1% |
| Spokane, WA175 miles | $740 – $3,900 | $2,300 | +8% |
| Bozeman, MT185 miles | $700 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Kennewick, WA240 miles | $780 – $4,000 | $2,400 | +12% |
| Idaho Falls, ID255 miles | $660 – $3,500 | $2,100 | −3% |
| Montana (statewide) | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | level |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +3% |
Across 300 US metros, Missoula comes in at #118 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $2,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $1,850 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Missoula is 0% below the Montana figure.
Other Montana metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +1% |
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 jobs | $700 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Missoula's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Missoula against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $670 – $3,550 | $2,100 | −1% |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $650 – $3,500 | $2,050 | −4% |
| Morgantown, WV | 67,370 jobs | $630 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −5% |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 66,610 jobs | $670 – $3,550 | $2,100 | −2% |
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Garage door in Missoula: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Missoula?
For 1 door, expect $690 to $3,600 in the Missoula area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,550 to $2,750. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Missoula?
About $687 to $3,409 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 Missoula or Coeur d'Alene?
Coeur d'Alene is 120 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,100, which is 1% less than Missoula ($2,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Missoula?
About 31% at the midpoint, or $660 out of $2,150. Materials are 65% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Missoula?
$690 to $3,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Missoula?
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 Missoula area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Missoula expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Montana?
Missoula is 0% below the Montana statewide estimate ($2,150 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Montana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Missoula?
The BLS median is $27.48 an hour in the Missoula area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.35 to $30.07.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Missoula?
For 1 door, basic work runs $690 to $1,850 and premium work $2,450 to $3,600. 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 Missoula?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through October. July 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.
+What does "add a new opener" add in Missoula?
$300 to $890, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Missoula
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