Patio door cost in Lincoln, NE
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $550 – $5,400
- Per door
- $547 – $5,382
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #222
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a patio door in Lincoln, plan on $550 to $5,400 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $547 to $5,382 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 10% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $24.00 an hour in the Lincoln area, 18% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Lincoln, NE, standard level
$2,000 to $3,950
About $1,998 to $3,932 per door before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $890 | $1,850 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,000 | $3,950 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Lincoln, NE
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,600 | $2,800 | 54% |
| Labor | $170 | $1,350 | $2,550 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $550 | $2,950 | $5,400 | 100% |
Why Lincoln 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 $24.00 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Lincoln is 0.85 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 46% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Lincoln metro is 94.1 (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 (91.6) and land at $0 to $0.
Lincoln labor market for patio door
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 Lincoln is 0.85 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $24.00 an hour, which is 18% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.70 and $28.77 an hour. BLS counts 1,020 of them working in the area, 55.9 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 $23.46 an hour, which is 15% below the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $21.79 and $31.61 an hour. BLS counts 60 of them working in the area, 3.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.8), so the local bench is about average.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 10% of the weighting: a median of $24.35 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $21.66 and $29.56 an hour. About 1,540 work in the metro. That is 84.3 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 ($28.77 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $160. At the 25th percentile ($21.70) it shrinks by about $75. The total moves by 5.3% or 2.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 182,620 jobs in the Lincoln area. That makes it the 126th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.12% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $21.70 | $24.00 | $28.77 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $21.79 | $23.46 | $31.61 | $27.44 | 0.85 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $21.66 | $24.35 | $29.56 | $23.84 | 1.02 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Climate in Lincoln: timing your patio door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Lincoln Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Lincoln (9 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February 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.
Lincoln gets about 29 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 26 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.9 inches in May). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 1.6 and 1.3 inches. The station averages about 42 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 | 36 | 14 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 18 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Mar | 54 | 29 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 39 | 2.7 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 51 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 85 | 62 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 89 | 67 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 87 | 64 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 80 | 54 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 67 | 41 | 2.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 52 | 28 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 18 | 1.2 | Cold |
Lincoln against nearby metros and the rest of Nebraska
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 $2,950 to $3,250 across Lincoln and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NEthis page | $550 – $5,400 | $2,950 | |
| Omaha, NE55 miles | $550 – $5,500 | $3,000 | +2% |
| Sioux City, IA120 miles | $560 – $5,600 | $3,100 | +4% |
| Topeka, KS135 miles | $550 – $5,350 | $2,950 | level |
| Des Moines, IA170 miles | $580 – $5,950 | $3,250 | +10% |
| Kansas City, MO185 miles | $580 – $5,850 | $3,200 | +8% |
| Nebraska (statewide) | $550 – $5,400 | $3,000 | +1% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +11% |
Across 300 US metros, Lincoln comes in at #222 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $4,250; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $2,650 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Lincoln is 1% below the Nebraska figure.
Other Nebraska metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NE | 498,100 jobs | $550 – $5,500 | $3,000 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Lincoln's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lincoln against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $610 – $6,100 | $3,350 | +13% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | +1% |
| Tallahassee, FL | 186,160 jobs | $540 – $5,300 | $2,900 | −2% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $580 – $5,850 | $3,200 | +8% |
Planning more than one job in Lincoln?
Because every project leans on different trades, Lincoln's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −7% and wood deck −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,100 – $13,800 | −8% |
| Front door | 1 door | $440 – $2,300 | −8% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $870 | −9% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,850 – $13,700 | −10% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $640 – $3,450 | −7% |
Cost by quality level and size in Lincoln
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Lincoln 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
$550 to $2,500
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,000 to $3,950
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,450 to $5,400
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $550 – $2,500 | $2,000 – $3,950 | $3,450 – $5,400 |
| two doors | $1,100 – $4,950 | $4,000 – $7,850 | $6,900 – $10,800 |
Patio door: what moves the price in Lincoln
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.
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Patio door in Lincoln: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Lincoln?
For 1 door, expect $550 to $5,400 in the Lincoln area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,000 to $3,950. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Lincoln?
About $547 to $5,382 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 Lincoln or Omaha?
Omaha is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,000, which is 2% more than Lincoln ($2,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lincoln?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $2,950. Materials are 54% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Lincoln?
$1,100 to $10,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Lincoln?
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 Lincoln area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lincoln expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Nebraska?
Lincoln is 1% below the Nebraska statewide estimate ($3,000 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Nebraska; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lincoln?
The BLS median is $24.00 an hour in the Lincoln area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.70 to $28.77.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Lincoln?
For 1 door, basic work runs $550 to $2,500 and premium work $3,450 to $5,400. 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 Lincoln?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March 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.
Patio door near Lincoln
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.