Patio door cost in Altoona, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $600 – $5,950
- Per door
- $596 – $5,927
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #101
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a patio door in the Altoona area: $600 to $5,950 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 lands close to the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $27.58 an hour in the Altoona area, 5% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Altoona, PA, standard level
$2,200 to $4,350
About $2,195 to $4,327 per door before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $2,250 |
| Labor | $1,000 | $2,100 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,200 | $4,350 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Altoona, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $400 | $1,700 | $3,000 | 52% |
| Labor | $190 | $1,550 | $2,900 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $600 | $3,250 | $5,950 | 100% |
What is behind the Altoona number
Labor is 48% of the midpoint bill here, against 48% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (60%), glaziers (30%), general maintenance and repair workers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Altoona the blended ratio comes out at 0.97.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Altoona is at 100.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,700 nationally becomes $1,700 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 89.5: $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 Altoona. The wage table below marks each row.
Why two Altoona quotes can differ
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.
Old door removal
Removing and disposing of the old door is $100-$500 extra.
Who does the work: Altoona 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 Altoona the blend is 0.97.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $27.58 an hour, 5% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.09 and $36.73 an hour. About 360 work in the metro. That is 61.4 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 Altoona metro, so we used the Pennsylvania statewide median: $28.27 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $22.50 and $34.17 an hour.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $21.77 an hour, which is 9% below the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $17.97 and $26.73 an hour. BLS counts 640 of them working in the area, 109.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 98.4), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $300 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $180. That is a swing of roughly 5.5% to 9.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Altoona has 58,650 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 291st 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% | $22.09 | $27.58 | $36.73 | $29.12 | 0.95 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $22.50 | $28.27 | $34.17 | $27.44 | 1.03 | state |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $17.97 | $21.77 | $26.73 | $23.84 | 0.91 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Altoona
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Altoona. 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
$600 to $2,750
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,200 to $4,350
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,800 to $5,950
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $600 – $2,750 | $2,200 – $4,350 | $3,800 – $5,950 |
| two doors | $1,200 – $5,450 | $4,400 – $8,650 | $7,600 – $11,900 |
Altoona against nearby metros and the rest of Pennsylvania
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Pittsburgh is the priciest of the group at $3,250. Hagerstown is the cheapest at $3,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altoona, PAthis page | $600 – $5,950 | $3,250 | |
| State College, PA35 miles | $590 – $5,850 | $3,250 | −1% |
| Chambersburg, PA50 miles | $580 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −3% |
| Harrisburg, PA65 miles | $590 – $5,850 | $3,200 | −1% |
| Hagerstown, MD65 miles | $580 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −3% |
| Pittsburgh, PA80 miles | $600 – $5,950 | $3,250 | level |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $600 – $5,950 | $3,300 | +1% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Altoona ranks #101 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Altoona is 1% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +1% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $600 – $5,950 | $3,250 | level |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +2% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $590 – $5,850 | $3,200 | −1% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +2% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $590 – $5,800 | $3,200 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Altoona against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston, NY | 59,140 jobs | $610 – $6,100 | $3,350 | +3% |
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $580 – $5,850 | $3,200 | −2% |
| Niles, MI | 59,970 jobs | $560 – $5,550 | $3,050 | −7% |
| Albany, GA | 58,390 jobs | $520 – $5,000 | $2,750 | −16% |
What nearby projects cost in Altoona
Jobs that often go together with patio door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Altoona wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (level) and storm door lowest (−2%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,500 – $15,000 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,500 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $930 | −2% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,400 – $14,900 | −2% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $680 – $3,650 | −2% |
The best months for patio door in Altoona
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Altoona 3 W (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 Altoona are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, 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.
Altoona gets about 45 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 38 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and September (4.4 inches in May). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 6 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 | 34 | 19 | 2.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 20 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 28 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 39 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 70 | 49 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 57 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 61 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 60 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 53 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 42 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 33 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 24 | 3.4 | Cold |
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Patio door in Altoona: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Altoona?
For 1 door, expect $600 to $5,950 in the Altoona area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,200 to $4,350. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Altoona?
About $596 to $5,927 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 Altoona or State College?
State College is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,250, which is 1% less than Altoona ($3,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Altoona?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $1,550 out of $3,250. Materials are 52% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Altoona?
$1,200 to $11,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Altoona?
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 Altoona area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Altoona expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Altoona is 1% below the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($3,300 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Altoona?
The BLS median is $27.58 an hour in the Altoona area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.09 to $36.73.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Altoona?
For 1 door, basic work runs $600 to $2,750 and premium work $3,800 to $5,950. 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 Altoona?
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 Altoona
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.