Garage door cost in Bismarck, ND
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $660 – $3,500
- Per door
- $663 – $3,328
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #163
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace a garage door in Bismarck, plan on $660 to $3,500 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $663 to $3,328 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 5% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 95.7).
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Bismarck, ND, standard level
$1,500 to $2,650
About $1,463 to $2,528 per door before permits. Labor is about 29% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $990 | $1,800 |
| Labor | $480 | $740 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $1,500 | $2,650 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Bismarck, ND
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,400 | $2,400 | 67% |
| Labor | $280 | $610 | $940 | 29% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 4% |
| Total | $660 | $2,100 | $3,500 | 100% |
Why Bismarck prices look the way they do
Labor is 29% 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 Bismarck the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Bismarck metro is 95.7 (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 (91.0) and land at $0 to $180.
Garage door: what moves the price in Bismarck
Labor
Installation labor is about $200-$500, so the door itself is most of the bill.
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).
Bismarck 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 Bismarck is 0.94 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $26.28 an hour, which is 10% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.75 and $30.71 an hour. BLS counts 510 of them working in the area, 71.6 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 $29.76 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.86 and $38.29 an hour. About 480 work in the metro. That is 67.3 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 $23.59 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $19.01 and $27.59 an hour. About 450 work in the metro. That is 63.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($30.71 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $60. At the 25th percentile ($22.75) it shrinks by about $45. The total moves by 2.8% or 2.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 71,270 jobs in the Bismarck area. That makes it the 258th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $22.75 | $26.28 | $30.71 | $29.12 | 0.90 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $23.86 | $29.76 | $38.29 | $30.38 | 0.98 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $19.01 | $23.59 | $27.59 | $23.84 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Bismarck?
Because every project leans on different trades, Bismarck's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete driveway runs level and storm door −6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $27,700 – $55,600 | −4% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,600 – $9,200 | level |
| Storm door | 1 door | $330 – $900 | −6% |
| Front door | 1 door | $470 – $2,350 | −5% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $580 – $5,750 | −4% |
Optional extras in Bismarck
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Bismarck by the average of the local wage index (0.94) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.95. 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) | $280 – $850 |
Bismarck against nearby metros and the rest of North Dakota
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 $2,050 to $2,200 across Bismarck and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck, NDthis page | $660 – $3,500 | $2,100 | |
| Fargo, ND190 miles | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +3% |
| Rapid City, SD210 miles | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −2% |
| Sioux Falls, SD305 miles | $650 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −2% |
| St. Cloud, MN325 miles | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +4% |
| Sioux City, IA380 miles | $670 – $3,500 | $2,100 | level |
| North Dakota (statewide) | $680 – $3,550 | $2,100 | +1% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Bismarck comes in at #163 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $2,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $1,850 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Bismarck is 1% below the North Dakota figure.
Other North Dakota metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 148,660 jobs | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +3% |
Cities with a workforce like Bismarck's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bismarck against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redding, CA | 71,550 jobs | $760 – $3,950 | $2,350 | +13% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 70,650 jobs | $710 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +6% |
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 jobs | $700 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +5% |
| Janesville, WI | 69,870 jobs | $750 – $3,750 | $2,250 | +8% |
Climate in Bismarck: timing your garage door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Bismarck (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through October is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Bismarck (7 of 12 months). January, February, March, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, 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.
Bismarck gets about 19 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 51 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (3.4 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 1.3 and 1.4 inches. The station averages about 21 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 | 23 | 2 | 0.5 | Cold |
| Feb | 28 | 7 | 0.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 19 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Apr | 56 | 30 | 1.3 | Workable |
| May | 68 | 42 | 2.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 53 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 58 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 56 | 2.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 46 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 57 | 33 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 41 | 19 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Dec | 28 | 8 | 0.6 | Cold |
Bismarck: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Bismarck 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
$660 to $1,800
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,500 to $2,650
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,350 to $3,500
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $660 – $1,800 | $1,500 – $2,650 | $2,350 – $3,500 |
| double door | $660 – $1,800 | $1,500 – $2,650 | $2,350 – $3,500 |
| two single doors | $1,350 – $3,550 | $3,000 – $5,200 | $4,650 – $6,850 |
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Garage door in Bismarck: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Bismarck?
For 1 door, expect $660 to $3,500 in the Bismarck area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,500 to $2,650. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Bismarck?
About $663 to $3,328 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 Bismarck or Fargo?
Fargo is 190 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,150, which is 3% more than Bismarck ($2,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bismarck?
About 29% at the midpoint, or $610 out of $2,100. Materials are 67% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Bismarck?
$660 to $3,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Bismarck?
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 Bismarck area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bismarck expensive for garage door compared with the rest of North Dakota?
Bismarck is 1% below the North Dakota statewide estimate ($2,100 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in North Dakota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Bismarck?
The BLS median is $26.28 an hour in the Bismarck area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.75 to $30.71.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Bismarck?
For 1 door, basic work runs $660 to $1,800 and premium work $2,350 to $3,500. 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 Bismarck?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. April 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 Bismarck?
$280 to $850, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Bismarck
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