Patio door cost in Idaho Falls, ID
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $570 – $5,700
- Per door
- $571 – $5,675
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #155
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a patio door in the Idaho Falls area: $570 to $5,700 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 5% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $25.07 an hour in the Idaho Falls area, 14% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Idaho Falls, ID, standard level
$2,100 to $4,150
About $2,102 to $4,144 per door before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $2,150 |
| Labor | $970 | $2,000 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,100 | $4,150 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Idaho Falls, ID
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,650 | $2,900 | 52% |
| Labor | $190 | $1,500 | $2,800 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $570 | $3,100 | $5,700 | 100% |
Where the Idaho Falls price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 60%, glaziers at 30%, general maintenance and repair workers at 10%. Weighted together, Idaho Falls wages are 0.93 times the national level. Labor makes up about 48% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Idaho Falls is at 96.2 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 94.4: $0 to $0.
Data note: 30% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Idaho Falls. The wage table below marks each row.
Who does the work: Idaho Falls 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 Idaho Falls the blend is 0.93.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $25.07 an hour, 14% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.83 and $31.11 an hour. About 750 work in the metro. That is 91.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Idaho Falls metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median: $28.77 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.59 and $34.29 an hour.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.57 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.79 and $29.39 an hour. BLS counts 640 of them working in the area, 78.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $200 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $110. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 6.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Idaho Falls has 81,840 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 233rd 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% | $21.83 | $25.07 | $31.11 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $23.59 | $28.77 | $34.29 | $27.44 | 1.05 | state |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.79 | $23.57 | $29.39 | $23.84 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.93 | |||||
The best months for patio door in Idaho Falls
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Idaho Falls Fanning Fld (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 Idaho Falls are March through October: 8 of 12. Outside them, January, February, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, 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.
Idaho Falls gets about 10 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and June (1.6 inches in May). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.5 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 26 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 | 29 | 12 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 34 | 16 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 25 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 58 | 31 | 1.0 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 38 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 45 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 49 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 48 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 41 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 31 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 43 | 22 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Dec | 30 | 13 | 0.8 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Idaho Falls bid
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.
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).
Related projects, priced for Idaho Falls
Jobs that often go together with patio door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Idaho Falls wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (−4%) and wood deck lowest (−7%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $460 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $890 | −7% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,000 – $14,100 | −7% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $660 – $3,500 | −5% |
Is Idaho Falls cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Salt Lake City is the priciest of the group at $3,200. Ogden is the cheapest at $3,000.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, IDthis page | $570 – $5,700 | $3,100 | |
| Logan, UT125 miles | $560 – $5,500 | $3,000 | −3% |
| Bozeman, MT145 miles | $580 – $5,800 | $3,200 | +2% |
| Ogden, UT175 miles | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | −4% |
| Boise, ID190 miles | $570 – $5,650 | $3,100 | level |
| Salt Lake City, UT210 miles | $580 – $5,800 | $3,200 | +2% |
| Idaho (statewide) | $570 – $5,650 | $3,100 | level |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +6% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Idaho Falls ranks #155 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Idaho Falls is 0% above the Idaho figure.
Elsewhere in Idaho
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, ID | 391,790 jobs | $570 – $5,650 | $3,100 | level |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 72,280 jobs | $580 – $5,800 | $3,200 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Idaho Falls against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $560 – $5,500 | $3,050 | −3% |
| Johnson City, TN | 81,690 jobs | $550 – $5,350 | $2,950 | −6% |
| Bowling Green, KY | 82,160 jobs | $560 – $5,500 | $3,050 | −3% |
| Odessa, TX | 80,910 jobs | $550 – $5,400 | $3,000 | −5% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: patio door pricing in Idaho Falls
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Idaho Falls. 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
$570 to $2,600
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,100 to $4,150
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,650 to $5,700
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $570 – $2,600 | $2,100 – $4,150 | $3,650 – $5,700 |
| two doors | $1,150 – $5,250 | $4,200 – $8,300 | $7,250 – $11,400 |
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Patio door in Idaho Falls: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Idaho Falls?
For 1 door, expect $570 to $5,700 in the Idaho Falls area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,100 to $4,150. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Idaho Falls?
About $571 to $5,675 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 Idaho Falls or Logan?
Logan is 125 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,000, which is 3% less than Idaho Falls ($3,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Idaho Falls?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $1,500 out of $3,100. Materials are 52% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Idaho Falls?
$1,150 to $11,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Idaho Falls?
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 Idaho Falls area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Idaho Falls expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Idaho?
Idaho Falls is 0% above the Idaho statewide estimate ($3,100 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Idaho; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Idaho Falls?
The BLS median is $25.07 an hour in the Idaho Falls area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.83 to $31.11.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Idaho Falls?
For 1 door, basic work runs $570 to $2,600 and premium work $3,650 to $5,700. 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 Idaho Falls?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through October. July and August 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 Idaho Falls
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.