Patio door cost in State College, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $590 – $5,850
- Per door
- $592 – $5,863
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #114
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a patio door in State College, plan on $590 to $5,850 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $592 to $5,863 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $26.77 an hour in the State College area, 8% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in State College, PA, standard level
$2,150 to $4,300
About $2,173 to $4,282 per door before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $2,250 |
| Labor | $990 | $2,050 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,150 | $4,300 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in State College, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $400 | $1,700 | $3,000 | 53% |
| Labor | $190 | $1,500 | $2,850 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $590 | $3,250 | $5,850 | 100% |
Where the State College 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, State College wages are 0.95 times the national level. Labor makes up about 47% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the State College metro is 100.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,700, compared with $1,700 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (96.8) and land at $0 to $0.
Why two State College 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.
How State College compares
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. York is the priciest of the group at $3,350. Hagerstown is the cheapest at $3,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| State College, PAthis page | $590 – $5,850 | $3,250 | |
| Altoona, PA35 miles | $600 – $5,950 | $3,250 | +1% |
| Harrisburg, PA60 miles | $590 – $5,850 | $3,200 | level |
| Chambersburg, PA70 miles | $580 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −2% |
| York, PA90 miles | $610 – $6,100 | $3,350 | +4% |
| Hagerstown, MD95 miles | $580 – $5,750 | $3,150 | −2% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $600 – $5,950 | $3,300 | +2% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +2% |
Across 300 US metros, State College comes in at #114 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $4,250; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $2,650 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, State College is 2% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Other Pennsylvania metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +3% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $600 – $5,950 | $3,250 | +1% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +3% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $590 – $5,850 | $3,200 | level |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $600 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +3% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $590 – $5,800 | $3,200 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like State College's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is State College against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yuma, AZ | 68,880 jobs | $560 – $5,450 | $3,000 | −7% |
| Traverse City, MI | 68,440 jobs | $570 – $5,700 | $3,150 | −3% |
| Wausau, WI | 69,530 jobs | $560 – $5,600 | $3,100 | −4% |
| Dover, DE | 68,080 jobs | $570 – $5,600 | $3,100 | −4% |
Planning more than one job in State College?
Because every project leans on different trades, State College's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, window replacement runs −1% and storm door −2%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,450 – $14,900 | −1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,500 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $930 | −2% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,450 – $15,000 | −1% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $680 – $3,650 | −2% |
State College 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 State College is 0.95 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $26.77 an hour, which is 8% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.85 and $34.45 an hour. BLS counts 350 of them working in the area, 50.8 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 $27.28 an hour, which is in line with the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $21.12 and $34.85 an hour. BLS counts 40 of them working in the area, 5.8 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 $23.28 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $18.87 and $27.67 an hour. About 870 work in the metro. That is 126.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($34.45 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $250. At the 25th percentile ($22.85) it shrinks by about $130. The total moves by 7.8% or 4.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 68,840 jobs in the State College area. That makes it the 263rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $22.85 | $26.77 | $34.45 | $29.12 | 0.92 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $21.12 | $27.28 | $34.85 | $27.44 | 0.99 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $18.87 | $23.28 | $27.67 | $23.84 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.95 | |||||
Climate in State College: timing your patio door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for State College (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in State College (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.
State College gets about 42 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 44 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (4.2 inches in August). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.0 inches. The station averages about 6 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 | 34 | 21 | 2.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 22 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 28 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 59 | 39 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 50 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 59 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 79 | 62 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 54 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 43 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 34 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 26 | 3.2 | Cold |
Pick a size, pick a tier: patio door pricing in State College
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for State College 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
$590 to $2,700
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,150 to $4,300
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 | $590 – $2,700 | $2,150 – $4,300 | $3,750 – $5,850 |
| two doors | $1,200 – $5,400 | $4,350 – $8,550 | $7,500 – $11,700 |
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Patio door in State College: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in State College?
For 1 door, expect $590 to $5,850 in the State College area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,150 to $4,300. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in State College?
About $592 to $5,863 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 State College or Altoona?
Altoona is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,250, which is 1% more than State College ($3,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in State College?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $1,500 out of $3,250. Materials are 53% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in State College?
$1,200 to $11,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in State College?
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 State College area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is State College expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
State College is 2% 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 State College?
The BLS median is $26.77 an hour in the State College area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.85 to $34.45.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in State College?
For 1 door, basic work runs $590 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 State College?
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 State College
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.