Garage door cost in Racine, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $700 – $3,600
- Per door
- $700 – $3,427
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $2,200
- Rank of 300 metros
- #106
- 1 = most expensive
Racine homeowners pay roughly $700 to $3,600 to replace a garage door at 1 door, or $700 to $3,427 per door (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Racine is almost level. 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 Racine, WI, standard level
$1,600 to $2,750
About $1,518 to $2,609 per door before permits. Labor is about 33% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $970 | $1,750 |
| Labor | $550 | $860 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $130 |
| Total | $1,600 | $2,750 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Racine, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,350 | $2,350 | 63% |
| Labor | $320 | $700 | $1,100 | 33% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 4% |
| Total | $700 | $2,150 | $3,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Racine number
Labor is 33% 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 Racine the blended ratio comes out at 1.08.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Racine metro is 93.8 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,350, compared with $1,450 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (96.0) and land at $0 to $190.
Extras that change the Racine total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Racine by the average of the local wage index (1.08) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 1.01. 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 – $910 |
When to schedule garage door in Racine
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Racine Batten Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Racine (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March 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.
Racine gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and June (4.0 inches in June). Inside the workable window, July and November are the driest, at 2.9 and 2.2 inches. The station averages about 7 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 | 31 | 16 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 34 | 19 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 43 | 28 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 37 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 46 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 57 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 63 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 55 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 43 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 32 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 36 | 22 | 1.6 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Racine
Because every project leans on different trades, Racine's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete driveway runs +9% and front door −4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached garage | 576 sq ft | $29,300 – $58,900 | +1% |
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,900 – $10,100 | +9% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Front door | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Patio door | 1 door | $580 – $5,950 | −1% |
How Racine compares
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 $2,150 to $2,550 across Racine and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Racine, WIthis page | $700 – $3,600 | $2,150 | |
| Milwaukee, WI10 miles | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +1% |
| Kenosha, WI15 miles | $750 – $3,950 | $2,350 | +8% |
| Sheboygan, WI65 miles | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +1% |
| Janesville, WI65 miles | $750 – $3,750 | $2,250 | +4% |
| Chicago, IL70 miles | $840 – $4,250 | $2,550 | +18% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $700 – $3,600 | $2,150 | level |
| United States | $700 – $3,700 | $2,200 | +2% |
Across 300 US metros, Racine comes in at #106 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $2,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $1,850 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Racine is 0% below the Wisconsin figure.
Other Wisconsin metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +1% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $710 – $3,650 | $2,200 | +1% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $700 – $3,600 | $2,150 | level |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $690 – $3,600 | $2,150 | −1% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $770 – $3,850 | $2,300 | +7% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $690 – $3,550 | $2,150 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Racine's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Racine against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CA | 77,860 jobs | $810 – $4,150 | $2,500 | +15% |
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $640 – $3,450 | $2,050 | −5% |
| Chico, CA | 78,220 jobs | $760 – $3,950 | $2,350 | +9% |
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $750 – $3,950 | $2,350 | +8% |
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 Racine is 1.08 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $29.29 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.17 and $40.84 an hour. BLS counts 320 of them working in the area, 42.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 20% of the weighting: a median of $39.67 an hour, 31% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.72 and $46.36 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 45.9 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 $25.98 an hour, 9% above the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $20.34 and $31.35 an hour. About 800 work in the metro. That is 104.9 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 ($40.84 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $150. At the 25th percentile ($24.17) it shrinks by about $70. The total moves by 7.2% or 3.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 76,280 jobs in the Racine-Mount Pleasant area. That makes it the 243rd 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% | $24.17 | $29.29 | $40.84 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 20% | $28.72 | $39.67 | $46.36 | $30.38 | 1.31 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 20% | $20.34 | $25.98 | $31.35 | $23.84 | 1.09 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.08 | |||||
Why two Racine 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).
Pick a size, pick a tier: garage door pricing in Racine
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Racine 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
$700 to $1,850
Basic single door, standard steel panels
Standard
$1,600 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 | $700 – $1,850 | $1,600 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,600 |
| double door | $700 – $1,850 | $1,600 – $2,750 | $2,450 – $3,600 |
| two single doors | $1,400 – $3,650 | $3,100 – $5,350 | $4,800 – $7,050 |
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Garage door in Racine: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace a garage door in Racine?
For 1 door, expect $700 to $3,600 in the Racine area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,600 to $2,750. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for garage door in Racine?
About $700 to $3,427 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 Racine or Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is 10 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,200, which is 1% more than Racine ($2,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Racine?
About 33% at the midpoint, or $700 out of $2,150. Materials are 63% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 30%.
+What would double door cost in Racine?
$700 to $3,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does garage door need a permit in Racine?
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 Racine area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Racine expensive for garage door compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Racine is 0% 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 Racine?
The BLS median is $29.29 an hour in the Racine area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.17 to $40.84.
+What do basic and premium garage door work cost in Racine?
For 1 door, basic work runs $700 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 Racine?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. July 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 Racine?
$300 to $910, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Garage door near Racine
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