Patio door cost in Racine, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (1 door)
- $580 – $5,950
- Per door
- $583 – $5,935
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $3,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #102
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a patio door in Racine, plan on $580 to $5,950 for 1 door, all in. Per door, that is $583 to $5,935 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.8).
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Estimated cost for 1 door in Racine, WI, standard level
$2,200 to $4,350
About $2,189 to $4,329 per door before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,100 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $1,100 | $2,250 |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 |
| Total | $2,200 | $4,350 |
Cost breakdown for 1 door in Racine, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $380 | $1,600 | $2,800 | 49% |
| Labor | $210 | $1,650 | $3,100 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $0 | $0 | 0% |
| Total | $580 | $3,250 | $5,950 | 100% |
Why Racine 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 $29.29 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Racine is 1.04 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 51% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Racine metro is 93.8 (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 (96.0) and land at $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 Racine. The wage table below marks each row.
What nearby projects cost in Racine
Because every project leans on different trades, Racine's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, garage door runs −2% and front door −4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,400 – $14,500 | −3% |
| Front door | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,400 – $14,900 | −2% |
| Garage door | 1 door | $700 – $3,600 | −2% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Racine bid
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.
Racine 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 Racine is 1.04 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $29.29 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.17 and $40.84 an hour. BLS counts 320 of them working in the area, 42.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Glaziers (47-2121) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Racine 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.
General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071), 10% of the weighting: a median of $25.98 an hour, 9% above the US median of $23.84. The middle half of them earn between $20.34 and $31.35 an hour. About 800 work in the metro. That is 104.9 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 ($40.84 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $380. At the 25th percentile ($24.17) it shrinks by about $170. The total moves by 11.7% or 5.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 76,280 jobs in the Racine-Mount Pleasant area. That makes it the 243rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $24.17 | $29.29 | $40.84 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| Glaziers (47-2121) | 30% | $24.52 | $30.00 | $44.10 | $27.44 | 1.09 | state |
| General maintenance and repair workers (49-9071) | 10% | $20.34 | $25.98 | $31.35 | $23.84 | 1.09 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.04 | |||||
Climate in Racine: timing your patio door job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Racine Batten 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 Racine (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.
Racine gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and June (4.0 inches in June). Inside the workable window, July and November are the driest, at 2.9 and 2.2 inches. The station averages about 7 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 | 31 | 16 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 34 | 19 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 43 | 28 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 37 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 46 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 57 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 63 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 55 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 43 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 32 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 36 | 22 | 1.6 | Cold |
How Racine compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Racine. Sheboygan comes closest at about $3,300.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Racine, WIthis page | $580 – $5,950 | $3,250 | |
| Milwaukee, WI10 miles | $600 – $6,200 | $3,400 | +4% |
| Kenosha, WI15 miles | $630 – $6,300 | $3,450 | +7% |
| Sheboygan, WI65 miles | $590 – $6,050 | $3,300 | +2% |
| Janesville, WI65 miles | $610 – $6,400 | $3,500 | +7% |
| Chicago, IL70 miles | $680 – $6,950 | $3,800 | +17% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $590 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +1% |
| United States | $600 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +1% |
Across 300 US metros, Racine comes in at #102 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $4,250; the cheapest is Laredo, TX at $2,650 (midpoints, 1 door). Statewide, Racine is 1% below the Wisconsin figure.
Other Wisconsin metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $600 – $6,200 | $3,400 | +4% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $610 – $6,350 | $3,500 | +7% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $580 – $5,950 | $3,250 | level |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $590 – $6,000 | $3,300 | +1% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $630 – $6,650 | $3,650 | +12% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $580 – $5,900 | $3,250 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Racine's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Racine against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CA | 77,860 jobs | $670 – $6,950 | $3,800 | +17% |
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $540 – $5,250 | $2,900 | −11% |
| Chico, CA | 78,220 jobs | $650 – $6,650 | $3,650 | +12% |
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $630 – $6,300 | $3,450 | +7% |
Cost by quality level and size in Racine
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Racine 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
$580 to $2,700
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 | $580 – $2,700 | $2,200 – $4,350 | $3,800 – $5,950 |
| two doors | $1,150 – $5,450 | $4,400 – $8,650 | $7,600 – $11,900 |
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Patio door in Racine: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a patio door in Racine?
For 1 door, expect $580 to $5,950 in the Racine 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 Racine?
About $583 to $5,935 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 Racine or Milwaukee?
Milwaukee is 10 miles away. The midpoint for 1 door there is $3,400, which is 4% more than Racine ($3,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Racine?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $1,650 out of $3,250. Materials are 49% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would two doors cost in Racine?
$1,150 to $11,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does patio door need a permit in Racine?
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 Racine area (our national range of $0 to $0 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Racine expensive for patio door compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Racine is 1% below 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 Racine?
The BLS median is $29.29 an hour in the Racine area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.17 to $40.84.
+What do basic and premium patio door work cost in Racine?
For 1 door, basic work runs $580 to $2,700 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 Racine?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. July 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 Racine
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.