This is a real retractable awning project with actual pricing data from a professional installer. Estimated June 8, 2026. Total project cost: $4,293.
Real June 2026 retractable awning estimate from a verified contractor serving Saugatuck, Michigan. Total cost came to $4,293 across 1 unit (10×8 ft).
Compared to the 2,796-project national dataset, this $4,293 estimate ranks below average — specifically the 10th percentile. The national median is $5,793 and the average is $6,800, so this project comes in 37% below the mean. Within Michigan specifically, the average across 63 comparable projects is $6,339 — making this estimate 32% below the local norm. That works out to roughly $47.31 per square foot of coverage.
Specifications include White frame, COOPER ASH 4835-0000 fabric. Project scope (1 unit) is smaller than the typical 1.1-unit retractable awning project. Per-unit cost on this estimate is $4,293, below the $6,181 national per-unit average.
For context, Michigan homeowners installing an awning are working with lake-effect humidity, cold winters, and a short but intense outdoor season. That shapes what specs actually matter: wind rating (moderate to high near the lakes), UV-stable fabrics (moderate), and corrosion-resistant hardware where salt-air or humidity is present.The COOPER ASH 4835-0000 fabric on this estimate is a reasonable match for Great Lakes continental conditions — solution-dyed acrylics handle Michigan's sun (moderate) better than vinyl, and shed humidity well. Estimating in the summer of 2026 is typical for Michigan — most awning installations book during peak season, when lead times stretch 6–10 weeks.
At $4,293, this retractable awning project is 37% below the national average of $6,800 based on 2,796 comparable projects in our database. It ranks in the 10th percentile, meaning 10% of similar projects cost less. In Michigan, where we have data from 63 projects, this is 32% below the state average of $6,339. The effective cost is approximately $47.31 per square foot of coverage. This project includes 1 retractable awning, fewer than the average of 1.1 per project.
| Metric | Price |
|---|---|
| This Project | $4,293 |
| National Average (2,796 projects) | $6,800 |
| National Median | $5,793 |
| vs. National Average | -37% |
| Michigan Average (63 projects) | $6,339 |
| vs. Michigan Average | -32% |
| Cost per Sq Ft | $47.31 |
| Market Position | Below Average (10th percentile) |
| Price Range | $61 – $242,092 |
How 2,796 retractable awning projects are distributed across price ranges:
| Price Range | Number of Projects |
|---|---|
| $61–$30,315 | 2,781 |
| $30,315–$60,569 | 13 |
| $60,569–$90,823 | 1 |
| $90,823–$121,077 | 0 |
| $121,077–$151,330 | 0 |
| $151,330–$181,584 | 0 |
| $181,584–$211,838 | 0 |
| $211,838–$242,092 | 0 |
Regional pricing comparison based on real project data from professional installations across the United States:
| State | Average Price | Projects |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $6,424 | 618 |
| Florida | $7,351 | 172 |
| California | $7,519 | 162 |
| Texas | $7,459 | 133 |
| Colorado | $6,808 | 126 |
| South Carolina | $8,179 | 114 |
| Indiana | $7,029 | 97 |
| Massachusetts | $6,258 | 92 |
| Georgia | $6,716 | 91 |
| Arizona | $6,877 | 90 |
| Oklahoma | $6,021 | 85 |
| New York | $6,495 | 84 |
| Alabama | $6,352 | 83 |
| Arkansas | $6,524 | 81 |
| Washington | $7,128 | 79 |
How this project's retractable awning count compares to the average across 2,796 projects:
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Retractable Awning in This Project | 1 |
| Average per Project | 1.1 |
| Median per Project | 1 |
| Cost per Unit (This Project) | $4,293 |
| National Avg Cost per Unit | $6,181 |
| Product Type | Retractable Awning |
| Location | Saugatuck, Michigan |
| Date | June 8, 2026 |
| Total Price | $4,293 |
| Tax Rate | 6.00% |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Description | Product Type | Qty | Unit Price | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retractable Awning | Retractable Awning | 1 | $3,785 | $3,785 |
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