Patio door cost in Burlington, VT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $600 – $6,100
- Per door
- $601 – $6,100
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #75
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a patio door in Burlington, plan on $600 to $6,100 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $601 to $6,100 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $30.19 an hour in the Burlington area, 4% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Burlington, VT, standard level
$2,250 to $4,450
About $2,251 to $4,450 per door before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $2,150 |
| Labor | $1,100 | $2,300 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,250 | $4,450 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Burlington, VT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $390 | $1,650 | $2,900 | 49% |
| Labor | $210 | $1,700 | $3,200 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $600 | $3,350 | $6,100 | 100% |
Where the Burlington price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $30.19 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Burlington is 1.06 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 51% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Burlington metro is 97.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 1 door comes to $1,650, compared with $1,700 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.9) and land at $0 to $0.
Burlington 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 Burlington is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $30.19 an hour, which is 4% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $25.00 and $31.59 an hour. BLS counts 900 of them working in the area, 74.9 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 $29.38 an hour, which is 7% above the national $27.44. The middle half of them earn between $24.73 and $30.66 an hour. BLS counts 80 of them working in the area, 6.7 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 $27.96 an hour, 17% above the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $24.03 and $32.02 an hour. About 950 work in the metro. That is 79.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 98.4 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($31.59 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $45. At the 25th percentile ($25.00) it shrinks by about $170. The total moves by 1.4% or 5.1%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 120,150 jobs in the Burlington-South Burlington area. That makes it the 182nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.08% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $25.00 | $30.19 | $31.59 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $24.73 | $29.38 | $30.66 | $27.44 | 1.07 | metro |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $24.03 | $27.96 | $32.02 | $23.84 | 1.17 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
How Burlington compares
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Pittsfield is the priciest of the group at $3,400. Albany is the cheapest at $3,250.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, VTthis page | $600 – $6,100 | $3,350 | |
| Albany, NY140 miles | $590 – $5,850 | $3,250 | −4% |
| Manchester, NH140 miles | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −2% |
| Utica, NY140 miles | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −1% |
| Portland, ME150 miles | $590 – $5,900 | $3,250 | −3% |
| Pittsfield, MA160 miles | $610 – $6,200 | $3,400 | +1% |
| Vermont (statewide) | $600 – $6,050 | $3,350 | −1% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Burlington comes in at #75 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $4,250; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $2,650 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Burlington is 1% above the Vermont figure.
Burlington is the only Vermont metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Cities with a workforce like Burlington's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Burlington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erie, PA | 120,480 jobs | $580 – $5,700 | $3,150 | −6% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $550 – $5,350 | $2,950 | −12% |
| Ocala, FL | 120,980 jobs | $540 – $5,200 | $2,850 | −15% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $590 – $5,900 | $3,250 | −3% |
Climate in Burlington: timing your patio door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Burlington Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Burlington (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March 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.
Burlington gets about 38 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 88 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, July and October (4.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.1 and 2.7 inches. The station averages about 8 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 | 29 | 13 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Feb | 32 | 14 | 1.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 24 | 2.2 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 36 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 48 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 57 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 62 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 61 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 53 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 42 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 46 | 32 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 35 | 21 | 2.5 | Cold |
Patio door: what moves the price in Burlington
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).
Planning more than one job in Burlington?
Because every project leans on different trades, Burlington's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, storm door runs +1% and front door level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,550 – $14,900 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $510 – $2,450 | level |
| Storm door | 1 door | $360 – $960 | +1% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,550 – $15,200 | level |
| Garage door | 1 door | $710 – $3,700 | level |
Burlington: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Burlington 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
$600 to $2,800
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,250 to $4,450
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$3,900 to $6,100
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $600 – $2,800 | $2,250 – $4,450 | $3,900 – $6,100 |
| two doors | $1,200 – $5,600 | $4,500 – $8,900 | $7,800 – $12,200 |
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Patio door in Burlington: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Burlington?
For 1 door, expect $600 to $6,100 in the Burlington area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,250 to $4,450. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Burlington?
About $601 to $6,100 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 Burlington or Albany?
Albany is 140 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,250, which is 4% less than Burlington ($3,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Burlington?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $1,700 out of $3,350. Materials are 49% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Burlington?
$1,200 to $12,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Burlington?
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 Burlington area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Burlington expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Vermont?
Burlington is 1% above the Vermont statewide estimate ($3,350 at the midpoint).
+What do carpenters earn in Burlington?
The BLS median is $30.19 an hour in the Burlington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.00 to $31.59.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Burlington?
For 1 door, basic work runs $600 to $2,800 and premium work $3,900 to $6,100. 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 Burlington?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. April 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 Burlington
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.