Garage door cost in Longview, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $610 – $3,300
- Per door
- $614 – $3,139
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #286
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a garage door in the Longview area: $610 to $3,300 for 1 door. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 11% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $22.19 an hour in the Longview area, 24% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Longview, TX, standard level
$1,400 to $2,500
About $1,371 to $2,381 per door before permits. Labor is about 26% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $970 | $1,750 |
| Labor | $410 | $630 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $1,400 | $2,500 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Longview, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,350 | $2,350 | 69% |
| Labor | $240 | $520 | $800 | 26% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 5% |
| Total | $610 | $1,950 | $3,300 | 100% |
Why Longview 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, Longview wages are 0.80 times the national level. Labor makes up about 26% of the midpoint estimate (30% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Longview is at 93.8 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 89.5: $0 to $180.
Who does the work: Longview trade wages
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 Longview the blend is 0.80.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $22.19 an hour, 24% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.58 and $27.83 an hour. About 370 work in the metro. That is 31.3 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 $22.88 an hour, which is 25% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $17.81 and $30.07 an hour. BLS counts 630 of them working in the area, 53.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 20%) the local median is $22.33 an hour, which is 6% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $17.77 and $28.65 an hour. BLS counts 1,420 of them working in the area, 120.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $75 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $10. That is a swing of roughly 0.4% to 3.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Longview has 118,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 186th 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% | $21.58 | $22.19 | $27.83 | $29.12 | 0.76 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $17.81 | $22.88 | $30.07 | $30.38 | 0.75 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $17.77 | $22.33 | $28.65 | $23.84 | 0.94 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
The best months for garage door in Longview
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Longview #2 (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 Longview are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Longview gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and December (5.3 inches in December). Inside the workable window, January and November are the driest, at 4.2 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 112 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 | 58 | 36 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 62 | 40 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 71 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 63 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 92 | 71 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 95 | 74 | 3.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 96 | 74 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 67 | 3.9 | Hot |
| Oct | 80 | 56 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 45 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 38 | 5.3 | Workable |
Related projects, priced for Longview
Jobs that often go together with garage door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Longview wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, front door comes out highest (−10%) and concrete driveway lowest (−16%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $24,700 – $49,600 | −15% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | −16% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $300 – $840 | −12% |
| Front door | 1 door | $420 – $2,250 | −10% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $3,950 – $13,400 | −11% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $530 – $5,100 | −15% |
Longview: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Longview. 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
$610 to $1,700
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,400 to $2,500
Insulated double door with windows
Premium
$2,250 to $3,300
Premium insulated or wood-look door, upgraded hardware
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| single door | $610 – $1,700 | $1,400 – $2,500 | $2,250 – $3,300 |
| double door | $610 – $1,700 | $1,400 – $2,500 | $2,250 – $3,300 |
| two single doors | $1,250 – $3,300 | $2,800 – $4,900 | $4,350 – $6,450 |
Optional extras in Longview
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.87 for Longview, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.80) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a new opener (flat) | $260 – $780 |
Garage door: what moves the price in Longview
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.
Longview against nearby metros and the rest of Texas
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Dallas is the priciest of the group at $2,150. Texarkana is the cheapest at $1,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TXthis page | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | |
| Tyler, TX35 miles | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | level |
| Shreveport, LA55 miles | $630 – $3,350 | $2,000 | +1% |
| Texarkana, TX75 miles | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | −1% |
| Dallas, TX135 miles | $670 – $3,650 | $2,150 | +10% |
| Alexandria, LA145 miles | $610 – $3,300 | $1,950 | level |
| Texas (statewide) | $650 – $3,500 | $2,100 | +6% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Longview ranks #286 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Longview is 5% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $670 – $3,650 | $2,150 | +10% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $660 – $3,600 | $2,100 | +8% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | +3% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $630 – $3,400 | $2,000 | +2% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $590 – $3,250 | $1,950 | −2% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $590 – $3,250 | $1,900 | −3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Longview against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | 118,390 jobs | $690 – $3,650 | $2,150 | +11% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $620 – $3,350 | $2,000 | +1% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $680 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +9% |
| Topeka, KS | 115,750 jobs | $650 – $3,450 | $2,050 | +4% |
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Garage door in Longview: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Longview?
For 1 door, expect $610 to $3,300 in the Longview area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,400 to $2,500. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Longview?
About $614 to $3,139 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 Longview or Tyler?
Tyler is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $1,950, which is 0% less than Longview ($1,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Longview?
About 26% at the midpoint, or $520 out of $1,950. Materials are 69% and permits 5%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Longview?
$610 to $3,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Longview?
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 Longview area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Longview expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Texas?
Longview is 5% below the Texas statewide estimate ($2,100 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Longview?
The BLS median is $22.19 an hour in the Longview area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.58 to $27.83.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Longview?
For 1 door, basic work runs $610 to $1,700 and premium work $2,250 to $3,300. 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 Longview?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. January 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 Longview?
$260 to $780, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Longview
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