Patio door cost in Oshkosh, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $630 – $6,650
- Per door
- $632 – $6,660
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +10%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #31
- 1 = most expensive
A patio door in Oshkosh, WI usually costs $630 to $6,650 for 1 door. That works out to about $632 to $6,660 per door before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $350 more. Carpenters earn a median of $40.59 an hour in the Oshkosh area, 39% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Oshkosh, WI, standard level
$2,450 to $4,850
About $2,440 to $4,852 per door before permits. Labor is about 56% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $1,350 | $2,750 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,450 | $4,850 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Oshkosh, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,600 | $2,800 | 44% |
| Labor | $260 | $2,050 | $3,850 | 56% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $630 | $3,650 | $6,650 | 100% |
Where the Oshkosh 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, Oshkosh wages are 1.28 times the national level. Labor makes up about 56% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Oshkosh is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,700 nationally becomes $1,600 here (midpoint, 1 door). Permits follow the all-items index of 92.9: $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 Oshkosh. The wage table below marks each row.
What local crews earn in Oshkosh
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 Oshkosh the blend is 1.28.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $40.59 an hour, 39% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $29.01 and $41.48 an hour. About 650 work in the metro. That is 69.3 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 Oshkosh metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $30.00 an hour against $27.44 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $24.52 and $44.10 an hour.
For general maintenance and repair workers (49-9071, weighted 10%) the local median is $28.11 an hour, which is 18% above the national $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $22.70 and $32.23 an hour. BLS counts 990 of them working in the area, 105.6 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 $30 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $380. That is a swing of roughly 10.5% to 0.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Oshkosh-Neenah has 93,750 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 215th 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% | $29.01 | $40.59 | $41.48 | $29.12 | 1.39 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $24.52 | $30.00 | $44.10 | $27.44 | 1.09 | state |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $22.70 | $28.11 | $32.23 | $23.84 | 1.18 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.28 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Oshkosh?
Jobs that often go together with patio door are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Oshkosh wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, wood deck comes out highest (+11%) and window replacement lowest (+2%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,650 – $15,100 | +2% |
| Front door | 1 door | $600 – $2,550 | +5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $400 – $1,050 | +10% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $8,400 – $16,800 | +11% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $770 – $3,850 | +5% |
Is Oshkosh cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (1 door), priced for the nearest metros. Oshkosh is the priciest of the group. Wausau is the cheapest at $3,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh, WIthis page | $630 – $6,650 | $3,650 | |
| Appleton, WI20 miles | $590 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −10% |
| Green Bay, WI45 miles | $580 – $5,950 | $3,250 | −11% |
| Sheboygan, WI50 miles | $590 – $6,050 | $3,300 | −9% |
| Wausau, WI80 miles | $560 – $5,600 | $3,100 | −15% |
| Madison, WI85 miles | $610 – $6,350 | $3,500 | −5% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $590 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −10% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Oshkosh ranks #31 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Oshkosh is 11% above the Wisconsin figure.
Elsewhere in Wisconsin
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $600 – $6,200 | $3,400 | −7% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $610 – $6,350 | $3,500 | −5% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $580 – $5,950 | $3,250 | −11% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $590 – $6,000 | $3,300 | −10% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $580 – $5,900 | $3,250 | −11% |
| La Crosse, WI | 84,380 jobs | $580 – $5,850 | $3,250 | −12% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Oshkosh against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $550 – $5,500 | $3,000 | −17% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $640 – $6,500 | $3,550 | −2% |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $570 – $5,700 | $3,150 | −14% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $660 – $6,700 | $3,700 | +1% |
Patio door: what moves the price in Oshkosh
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.
Oshkosh: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Oshkosh. 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
$630 to $3,050
Standard vinyl slider, same opening
Standard
$2,450 to $4,850
Wider slider or French door with better glass
Premium
$4,250 to $6,650
Multi-panel or custom door, new opening
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| one sliding door | $630 – $3,050 | $2,450 – $4,850 | $4,250 – $6,650 |
| two doors | $1,250 – $6,100 | $4,900 – $9,700 | $8,500 – $13,300 |
Oshkosh weather and the patio door calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Oshkosh (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Oshkosh are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, 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.
Oshkosh gets about 33 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 39 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 3.2 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 8 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 | 26 | 10 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 30 | 13 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 24 | 1.9 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 36 | 3.2 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 48 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 59 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 61 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 53 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 41 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 44 | 29 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Dec | 32 | 18 | 1.6 | Cold |
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Patio door in Oshkosh: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Oshkosh?
For 1 door, expect $630 to $6,650 in the Oshkosh area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,450 to $4,850. Small jobs usually cost more per door and large ones less.
+What is the price per door for patio door in Oshkosh?
About $632 to $6,660 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 Oshkosh or Appleton?
Appleton is 20 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,300, which is 10% less than Oshkosh ($3,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Oshkosh?
About 56% at the midpoint, or $2,050 out of $3,650. Materials are 44% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Oshkosh?
$1,250 to $13,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Oshkosh?
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 Oshkosh area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Oshkosh expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Oshkosh is 11% above the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($3,300 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Oshkosh?
The BLS median is $40.59 an hour in the Oshkosh area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $29.01 to $41.48.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Oshkosh?
For 1 door, basic work runs $630 to $3,050 and premium work $4,250 to $6,650. 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 Oshkosh?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. April and October 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 Oshkosh
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.