Patio door cost in Phoenix, AZ
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $580 – $5,850
- Per door
- $579 – $5,841
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #123
- 1 = most expensive
Phoenix homeowners pay roughly $580 to $5,850 to install a patio door at 1 door, or $579 to $5,841 per door (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Phoenix is almost level. Building materials run about 5% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 95.0).
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Phoenix, AZ, standard level
$2,150 to $4,250
About $2,158 to $4,262 per door before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $1,050 | $2,150 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,150 | $4,250 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Phoenix, AZ
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,600 | $2,850 | 50% |
| Labor | $200 | $1,600 | $3,000 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $580 | $3,200 | $5,850 | 100% |
Where the Phoenix price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $29.00 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Phoenix is 1.00 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 50% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Phoenix metro is 95.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,600, compared with $1,700 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (103.3) and land at $0 to $0.
When to schedule patio door in Phoenix
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Phoenix Deer Valley Muni Ap (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
October through April is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Phoenix (7 of 12 months). May, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Phoenix gets about 9 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, February and March (1.2 inches in February). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 0.3 and 0.7 inches. The station averages about 159 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 | 65 | 44 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 68 | 46 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Mar | 75 | 51 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Apr | 83 | 57 | 0.3 | Workable |
| May | 92 | 65 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Jun | 102 | 73 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 104 | 81 | 0.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 103 | 81 | 1.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 98 | 75 | 0.7 | Hot |
| Oct | 86 | 63 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 74 | 51 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 43 | 0.8 | Workable |
Why two Phoenix quotes can differ
New opening versus replacement
Cutting a new opening in a wall adds framing, header and finish work compared with a like-for-like swap.
Old door removal
Removing and disposing of the old door is $100-$500 extra.
Glass
Low-E, tempered and hurricane-rated glass cost more than basic single-pane glass.
Cost by quality level and size in Phoenix
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Phoenix 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 2 common sizes.
Basic
$580 to $2,700
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,150 to $4,250
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,750 to $5,850
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $580 – $2,700 | $2,150 – $4,250 | $3,750 – $5,850 |
| two doors | $1,150 – $5,350 | $4,300 – $8,500 | $7,450 – $11,700 |
What nearby projects cost in Phoenix
Because every project leans on different trades, Phoenix's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, wood deck runs −3% and front door −4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,350 – $14,700 | −3% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $680 – $3,550 | −3% |
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 Phoenix is 1.00 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $29.00 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.36 and $35.30 an hour. BLS counts 12,710 of them working in the area, 53.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For glaziers (47-2121, weighted 30%) the local median is $27.49 an hour, which is in line with the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $23.63 and $29.00 an hour. BLS counts 2,000 of them working in the area, 8.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.8), so the local bench is deeper than average.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.52 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $20.29 and $29.98 an hour. About 26,350 work in the metro. That is 110.9 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 ($35.30 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $210. At the 25th percentile ($23.36) it shrinks by about $190. The total moves by 6.5% or 5.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 2,375,760 jobs in the Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler area. That makes it the 11th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 1.53% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $23.36 | $29.00 | $35.30 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $23.63 | $27.49 | $29.00 | $27.44 | 1.00 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $20.29 | $23.52 | $29.98 | $23.84 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
How Phoenix compares
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. El Centro is the priciest of the group at $3,650. Tucson is the cheapest at $2,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix, AZthis page | $580 – $5,850 | $3,200 | |
| Tucson, AZ75 miles | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | −8% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ105 miles | $570 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −2% |
| Yuma, AZ110 miles | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | −6% |
| Flagstaff, AZ185 miles | $570 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −2% |
| El Centro, CA190 miles | $650 – $6,650 | $3,650 | +14% |
| Arizona (statewide) | $580 – $5,800 | $3,200 | −1% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +3% |
Across 300 US metros, Phoenix comes in at #123 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $4,250; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $2,650 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Phoenix is 1% above the Arizona figure.
Other Arizona metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | −8% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $570 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −2% |
| Yuma, AZ | 68,880 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | −6% |
| Flagstaff, AZ | 66,610 jobs | $570 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −2% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | −7% |
Cities with a workforce like Phoenix's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Phoenix against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $680 – $7,300 | $4,000 | +24% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $710 – $7,450 | $4,100 | +27% |
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $580 – $5,600 | $3,100 | −3% |
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 jobs | $670 – $6,950 | $3,800 | +19% |
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Patio door in Phoenix: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Phoenix?
For 1 door, expect $580 to $5,850 in the Phoenix area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,150 to $4,250. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Phoenix?
About $579 to $5,841 per door for materials and labor, plus $0 to $0 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $600 to $6,000.
+Is patio door cheaper in Phoenix or Tucson?
Tucson is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,950, which is 8% less than Phoenix ($3,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Phoenix?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $1,600 out of $3,200. Materials are 50% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Phoenix?
$1,150 to $11,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Phoenix?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $0 for fees in the Phoenix area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Phoenix expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Arizona?
Phoenix is 1% above the Arizona statewide estimate ($3,200 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Arizona; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Phoenix?
The BLS median is $29.00 an hour in the Phoenix area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.36 to $35.30.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Phoenix?
For 1 door, basic work runs $580 to $2,700 and premium work $3,750 to $5,850. Basic means: standard vinyl slider, same opening. Premium means: multi-panel or custom door, new opening.
+When is the best time to install a patio door in Phoenix?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through April. 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.
Patio door near Phoenix
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 It Cost to Install or Replace Patio Doors? (2026) (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
Note on derived figures: Materials = HomeGuide's $400-$3,000 for the sliding door itself, matched to the lower part of the $600-$6,000 installed range; labor is the remainder and sits above HomeGuide's $200-$1,000 labor-only figure because the installed range also covers trim, flashing and haul-away.