Garage door cost in Altoona, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $680 – $3,650
- Per door
- $684 – $3,454
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #107
- 1 = most expensive
A garage door in Altoona, PA usually costs $680 to $3,650 for 1 door. That works out to about $684 to $3,454 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 $27.58 an hour in the Altoona area, 5% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Altoona, PA, standard level
$1,550 to $2,750
About $1,515 to $2,623 per door before permits. Labor is about 28% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,050 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $480 | $740 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $1,550 | $2,750 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Altoona, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $400 | $1,450 | $2,500 | 68% |
| Labor | $280 | $610 | $940 | 28% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 4% |
| Total | $680 | $2,150 | $3,650 | 100% |
What is behind the Altoona number
Labor is 28% 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 Altoona the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Altoona is at 100.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,450 nationally becomes $1,450 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 89.5: $0 to $180.
Add-ons priced for Altoona
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.97 for Altoona, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.94) and goods price index (1.01). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a new opener (flat) | $290 – $870 |
Pick a size, pick a tier: garage door pricing in Altoona
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Altoona. 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
$680 to $1,850
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,550 to $2,750
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,450 to $3,650
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $680 – $1,850 | $1,550 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,650 |
| double door | $680 – $1,850 | $1,550 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,650 |
| two single doors | $1,350 – $3,650 | $3,100 – $5,350 | $4,800 – $7,100 |
Is Altoona cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Pittsburgh is the priciest of the group at $2,200. Hagerstown is the cheapest at $2,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona, PAthis page | $680 – $3,650 | $2,150 | |
| State College, PA35 miles | $680 – $3,650 | $2,150 | level |
| Chambersburg, PA50 miles | $670 – $3,600 | $2,150 | −1% |
| Harrisburg, PA65 miles | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Hagerstown, MD65 miles | $670 – $3,550 | $2,100 | −2% |
| Pittsburgh, PA80 miles | $710 – $3,750 | $2,200 | +3% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +1% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +2% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Altoona ranks #107 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Altoona is 1% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +1% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $710 – $3,750 | $2,200 | +3% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $710 – $3,750 | $2,200 | +3% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $710 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +3% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $690 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Altoona against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston, NY | 59,140 jobs | $710 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +3% |
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $680 – $3,550 | $2,100 | −3% |
| Niles, MI | 59,970 jobs | $650 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −5% |
| Albany, GA | 58,390 jobs | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | −9% |
What local crews earn in Altoona
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 Altoona the blend is 0.94.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $27.58 an hour, 5% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.09 and $36.73 an hour. About 360 work in the metro. That is 61.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 20%) the local median is $28.18 an hour, which is 7% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.81 and $33.00 an hour. BLS counts 170 of them working in the area, 29.0 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 $21.77 an hour, which is 9% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $17.97 and $26.73 an hour. BLS counts 640 of them working in the area, 109.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $120 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $75. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 5.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Altoona has 58,650 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 291st 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% | $22.09 | $27.58 | $36.73 | $29.12 | 0.95 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $22.81 | $28.18 | $33.00 | $30.38 | 0.93 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $17.97 | $21.77 | $26.73 | $23.84 | 0.91 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Altoona
Jobs that often go together with garage door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Altoona wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (level) and concrete driveway lowest (−4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $28,100 – $56,300 | −3% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,500 – $8,750 | −4% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $930 | −2% |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,500 | −1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,500 – $15,000 | level |
| Patio door | 1 door | $600 – $5,950 | −1% |
Why two Altoona quotes can differ
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).
Altoona 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, Altoona 3 W (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 Altoona 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.
Altoona gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 38 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and September (4.4 inches in May). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 6 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 | 34 | 19 | 2.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 20 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 28 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 39 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 70 | 49 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 57 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 61 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 60 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 53 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 42 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 33 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 24 | 3.4 | Cold |
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Garage door in Altoona: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Altoona?
For 1 door, expect $680 to $3,650 in the Altoona 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 Altoona?
About $684 to $3,454 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 Altoona or State College?
State College is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,150, which is 0% more than Altoona ($2,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Altoona?
About 28% at the midpoint, or $610 out of $2,150. Materials are 68% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Altoona?
$680 to $3,650. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Altoona?
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 Altoona area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Altoona expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Altoona is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($2,200 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Altoona?
The BLS median is $27.58 an hour in the Altoona area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.09 to $36.73.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Altoona?
For 1 door, basic work runs $680 to $1,850 and premium work $2,450 to $3,650. 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 Altoona?
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 Altoona?
$290 to $870, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Altoona
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