Patio door cost in Athens, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $540 – $5,200
- Per door
- $541 – $5,220
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #271
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a patio door in the Athens area: $540 to $5,200 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 13% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $21.51 an hour in the Athens area, 26% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Athens, GA, standard level
$1,950 to $3,800
About $1,944 to $3,816 per door before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $2,150 |
| Labor | $810 | $1,700 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $1,950 | $3,800 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Athens, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $390 | $1,650 | $2,900 | 57% |
| Labor | $160 | $1,250 | $2,350 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $540 | $2,900 | $5,200 | 100% |
Why Athens prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $21.51 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Athens is 0.78 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 43% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Athens is at 96.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,700 nationally becomes $1,650 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.3: $0 to $0.
Who does the work: Athens 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 Athens the blend is 0.78.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $21.51 an hour, 26% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.97 and $25.72 an hour. About 100 work in the metro. That is 10.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Glaziers (47-2121), 30% of the weighting: a median of $23.34 an hour, 15% below the US median of $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $14.70 and $29.32 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 5.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 3.8 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $18.82 an hour, which is 21% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.82 and $22.96 an hour. BLS counts 1,830 of them working in the area, 191.0 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 $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $120. That is a swing of roughly 4.1% to 4.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Athens-Clarke County has 95,800 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 209th 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% | $17.97 | $21.51 | $25.72 | $29.12 | 0.74 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $14.70 | $23.34 | $29.32 | $27.44 | 0.85 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.82 | $18.82 | $22.96 | $23.84 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
The best months for patio door in Athens
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Athens Ben Epps Ap (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 Athens are September through June: 10 of 12. Outside them, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Athens gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, August and December (4.9 inches in June). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 3.3 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 62 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 | 55 | 34 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 59 | 37 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 67 | 43 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 75 | 50 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 82 | 59 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 67 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 70 | 4.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 69 | 4.5 | Hot |
| Sep | 85 | 63 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 75 | 52 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 65 | 42 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 57 | 36 | 4.4 | Workable |
Why two Athens quotes can differ
Glass
Low-E, tempered and hurricane-rated glass cost more than basic single-pane glass.
Door type
Sliding glass doors run $1,200-$4,000 installed; exterior French doors $1,300-$5,500; telescoping doors $1,500-$5,000 (HomeGuide).
New opening versus replacement
Cutting a new opening in a wall adds framing, header and finish work compared with a like-for-like swap.
Athens: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Athens. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from one sliding door to two doors.
Basic
$540 to $2,400
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$1,950 to $3,800
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,350 to $5,200
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $540 – $2,400 | $1,950 – $3,800 | $3,350 – $5,200 |
| two doors | $1,100 – $4,800 | $3,900 – $7,650 | $6,700 – $10,400 |
Planning more than one job in Athens?
Jobs that often go together with patio door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Athens wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (−8%) and wood deck lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,050 – $13,800 | −8% |
| Front door | 1 door | $420 – $2,300 | −10% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $300 – $840 | −12% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,550 – $13,200 | −13% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $610 – $3,350 | −10% |
How Athens compares
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Augusta is the priciest of the group at $3,100. Macon is the cheapest at $2,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens, GAthis page | $540 – $5,200 | $2,900 | |
| Gainesville, GA45 miles | $550 – $5,350 | $2,950 | +2% |
| Greenville, SC70 miles | $560 – $5,500 | $3,050 | +5% |
| Atlanta, GA70 miles | $570 – $5,500 | $3,050 | +5% |
| Augusta, GA80 miles | $570 – $5,600 | $3,100 | +7% |
| Macon, GA80 miles | $530 – $5,100 | $2,800 | −2% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $560 – $5,400 | $3,000 | +4% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +15% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Athens ranks #271 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Athens is 3% below the Georgia figure.
Elsewhere in Georgia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $570 – $5,500 | $3,050 | +5% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $570 – $5,600 | $3,100 | +7% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $540 – $5,200 | $2,850 | −1% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $540 – $5,250 | $2,900 | level |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $550 – $5,350 | $2,950 | +2% |
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $530 – $5,100 | $2,800 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Athens against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yakima, WA | 97,010 jobs | $640 – $6,400 | $3,500 | +22% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $520 – $5,050 | $2,800 | −4% |
| Binghamton, NY | 97,030 jobs | $610 – $6,100 | $3,350 | +17% |
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $530 – $5,100 | $2,800 | −2% |
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Patio door in Athens: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Athens?
For 1 door, expect $540 to $5,200 in the Athens area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,950 to $3,800. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Athens?
About $541 to $5,220 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 Athens or Gainesville?
Gainesville is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $2,950, which is 2% more than Athens ($2,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Athens?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $1,250 out of $2,900. Materials are 57% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Athens?
$1,100 to $10,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Athens?
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 Athens area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Athens expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Georgia?
Athens is 3% below the Georgia statewide estimate ($3,000 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Athens?
The BLS median is $21.51 an hour in the Athens area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.97 to $25.72.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Athens?
For 1 door, basic work runs $540 to $2,400 and premium work $3,350 to $5,200. 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 Athens?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. May 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 Athens
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.