Cost to Install an Interior Door
September 2026200
| Item | Qty | Lower | Higher | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Interior Door |
1 doors |
$64.91 |
$99.15 |
|
Non-discounted retail pricing for popular: 30" x 80" hollow core 6 panel slab interior door. Primed for paint. | ||||
Interior Door Installation Labor, Basic |
1 doorsdoors |
$64.91 |
$99.15 |
|
Basic minimum labor to install interior door with favorable site conditions. Measure, trim and plane slab door to fit existing door jamb opening. Fabricate lock set hole(s), mortise hinge pockets and jamb strike plate. Lockset install, door finishing and moldings not included. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. Any additional work is NOT included in cost estimate. | ||||
Interior Door Installation Job Supplies |
1 doors |
$64.91 |
$99.15 |
|
Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to install interior door including: fasteners, connectors, surface preparation and finishing materials. | ||||
Interior Door Installation Equipment Allowance |
1 doors |
$64.91 |
$99.15 |
|
Job related costs of specialty equipment used for project quality and efficiency, including: Pneumatic finish nailer, miter saw, circular saw, planer. Daily rental. Consumables extra. | ||||
Option: Remove Door |
1 doors |
$64.91 |
$99.15 |
|
Detach from adjacent surfaces. Remove hardware. Remove from home. | ||||
Interior Door Job Debris Disposal |
8.505 |
9.675 |
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Costs to load, haul away and dispose of old materials, installation waste and associated debris. | ||||
Unused Minimum Labor |
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Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
Totals - Cost To Install Interior Door | $0 | $0 | ||
Average Cost per Door | $0.00 | $0.00 | ||
In September 2026 the estimated national average cost to Install an Interior Door starts at $440 - $669 per door. Use our Cost Calculator for cost estimate examples customized to the location, size and options of your project.
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Cost to Install an Interior Door - Notes and General Information
This example estimate is for BASIC mid-range work performed in readily serviceable conditions by professionals proficient in all work mentioned above, using popular, IN STOCK products, materials and supplies available at home improvement retailers. Your actual costs will vary due to the unique conditions, requirements, labor options and material choices of your project. Work not mentioned on this page, work with schedule difficulty, work during periods of local labor shortages, and work using high-demand pros or master craftsman, premium materials, custom built products, project supervision may result in HIGHER COSTS!
This example estimate is for educational and illustrative purposes - it is NOT a substitute for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for itemized assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The example estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Interior Door Installation, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time and mobilization time typical of local, small Interior Door Installation jobs.
The example estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for any work or materials not specifically mentioned on this page.
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surface finishes (including molding) and fixtures, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing any systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, radon, etc.).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Interior Door Installation. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
References - Interior Door Installation
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- Carpentry Amer Technical Pub; 4th edition, Sep 2003, Leonard Koel, ISBN 826907385
- Labor Wages and Costs: Building a Unit-Price System Journal of Light Construction, Sep 2026, George Weissgerber
- Carpentry and Building Construction Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
- Cabinetmaking and Millwork MacMillan Publishing Company; 5 Revised edition, Jul 1989, John Feirer, ISBN 25373552
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Sep 2026, Staff
- Employer Costs for Employee Compensation US Bureau of Labor Statistics, Sep 2026, Staff
- Project Spending Data: Harvard University JCHS Homeowner Expenditures Harvard University, Sep 2026, Website