Garage door cost in Appleton, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $690 – $3,600
- Per door
- $694 – $3,407
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #119
- 1 = most expensive
A garage door in Appleton, WI usually costs $690 to $3,600 for 1 door. That works out to about $694 to $3,407 per door before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.8).
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Appleton, WI, standard level
$1,550 to $2,700
About $1,508 to $2,593 per door before permits. Labor is about 32% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $970 | $1,750 |
| Labor | $540 | $840 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $1,550 | $2,700 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Appleton, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,350 | $2,350 | 63% |
| Labor | $320 | $690 | $1,050 | 32% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 4% |
| Total | $690 | $2,150 | $3,600 | 100% |
Where the Appleton 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, Appleton wages are 1.06 times the national level. Labor makes up about 32% of the midpoint estimate (30% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Appleton 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 92.4: $0 to $180.
Appleton against nearby metros and the rest of Wisconsin
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Oshkosh is the priciest of the group at $2,300. Wausau is the cheapest at $2,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appleton, WIthis page | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | |
| Oshkosh, WI20 miles | $770 – $3,850 | $2,300 | +8% |
| Green Bay, WI20 miles | $700 – $3,600 | $2,150 | level |
| Sheboygan, WI50 miles | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Wausau, WI80 miles | $670 – $3,500 | $2,100 | −3% |
| Milwaukee, WI100 miles | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $700 – $3,600 | $2,150 | +1% |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Appleton ranks #119 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Appleton is 1% below the Wisconsin figure.
Elsewhere in Wisconsin
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $700 – $3,600 | $2,150 | level |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $770 – $3,850 | $2,300 | +8% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $690 – $3,550 | $2,150 | −1% |
| La Crosse, WI | 84,380 jobs | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Appleton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duluth, MN | 124,710 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $620 – $3,350 | $2,000 | −7% |
| Crestview, FL | 125,050 jobs | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −5% |
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +2% |
Planning more than one job in Appleton?
Jobs that often go together with garage door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Appleton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, concrete driveway comes out highest (+13%) and front door lowest (−3%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $29,700 – $59,600 | +3% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $4,050 – $10,500 | +13% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $930 | −1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,400 | −3% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,450 – $14,600 | −2% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $590 – $6,000 | level |
Appleton 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, Appleton (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 Appleton are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, 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.
Appleton gets about 33 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 49 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.7 inches in June). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.2 and 2.8 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 | 25 | 10 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 29 | 12 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 22 | 1.9 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 34 | 3.2 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 46 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 57 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 61 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 79 | 60 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 51 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 39 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 43 | 28 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Dec | 31 | 17 | 1.8 | Cold |
What local crews earn in Appleton
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 Appleton the blend is 1.06.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $30.04 an hour, 3% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.40 and $40.83 an hour. About 700 work in the metro. That is 56.3 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 $32.13 an hour, which is 6% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $24.37 and $39.62 an hour. BLS counts 810 of them working in the area, 65.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 20%) the local median is $27.61 an hour, which is 16% above the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $22.28 and $30.79 an hour. BLS counts 1,340 of them working in the area, 107.9 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 $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $75. That is a swing of roughly 3.5% to 6.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Appleton has 124,230 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 174th 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% | $24.40 | $30.04 | $40.83 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $24.37 | $32.13 | $39.62 | $30.38 | 1.06 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $22.28 | $27.61 | $30.79 | $23.84 | 1.16 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Appleton: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Appleton. 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
$690 to $1,850
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,550 to $2,700
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 – $2,700 | $2,450 – $3,600 |
| double door | $690 – $1,850 | $1,550 – $2,700 | $2,450 – $3,600 |
| two single doors | $1,400 – $3,650 | $3,050 – $5,300 | $4,750 – $7,000 |
Why two Appleton quotes can differ
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.
Permit
Like-for-like replacement often needs no permit. Opening up the wall or adding wiring can.
Extras that change the Appleton total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.00 for Appleton, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.06) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a new opener (flat) | $300 – $900 |
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Garage door in Appleton: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Appleton?
For 1 door, expect $690 to $3,600 in the Appleton area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,550 to $2,700. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Appleton?
About $694 to $3,407 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 Appleton or Oshkosh?
Oshkosh is 20 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,300, which is 8% more than Appleton ($2,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Appleton?
About 32% at the midpoint, or $690 out of $2,150. Materials are 63% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Appleton?
$690 to $3,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Appleton?
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 Appleton area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Appleton expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Appleton is 1% below the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($2,150 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Appleton?
The BLS median is $30.04 an hour in the Appleton area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.40 to $40.83.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Appleton?
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 Appleton?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. September 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 Appleton?
$300 to $900, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Appleton
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