Gutters cost in Dothan, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,100 – $3,700
- Per linear ft
- $6.85 – $22
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #292
- 1 = most expensive
New gutters in Dothan, AL usually costs $1,100 to $3,700 for 160 linear ft. That works out to about $6.85 to $22 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $340 less. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $21.97 an hour in the Dothan area, 26% below the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Dothan, AL, standard level
$1,900 to $2,950
About $11.50 to $17.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 32% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $660 | $900 |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $120 |
| Total | $1,900 | $2,950 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Dothan, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,450 | 64% |
| Labor | $480 | $780 | $1,100 | 32% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $85 | $170 | 3% |
| Total | $1,100 | $2,400 | $3,700 | 100% |
Where the Dothan price comes from
Labor is 32% of the midpoint bill here, against 38% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is sheet metal workers (40%), roofers (30%), construction laborers (30%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Dothan the blended ratio comes out at 0.75.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Dothan is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,550 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 83.8: $0 to $170.
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 Dothan. The wage table below marks each row.
How Dothan compares
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Dothan. Albany is the lowest at about $2,400 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 85 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dothan, ALthis page | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | |
| Panama City, FL70 miles | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | +4% |
| Crestview, FL70 miles | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | +6% |
| Albany, GA85 miles | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | level |
| Auburn, AL85 miles | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,450 | +2% |
| Columbus, GA90 miles | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,400 | level |
| Alabama (statewide) | $1,100 – $3,800 | $2,450 | +2% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +14% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Dothan ranks #292 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Dothan is 2% below the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | +3% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | +4% |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $1,100 – $3,800 | $2,450 | +2% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,500 | +3% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $1,100 – $3,800 | $2,450 | +2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,500 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dothan against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, AL | 61,240 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | +2% |
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +19% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,550 | +6% |
| Jonesboro, AR | 60,620 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | level |
What local crews earn in Dothan
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 Dothan the blend is 0.75.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $21.97 an hour, 26% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $20.05 and $26.73 an hour. About 30 work in the metro. That is 4.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Dothan metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $21.96 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.36 and $25.64 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $15.39 an hour, which is 32% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $12.40 and $18.76 an hour. BLS counts 600 of them working in the area, 98.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (sheet metal workers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $65 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $25. That is a swing of roughly 1.1% to 2.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Dothan has 60,720 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 284th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $20.05 | $21.97 | $26.73 | $29.71 | 0.74 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $20.36 | $21.96 | $25.64 | $26.65 | 0.82 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $12.40 | $15.39 | $18.76 | $22.66 | 0.68 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.75 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Dothan bid
Material
Vinyl is $8-$12 per linear foot installed and aluminum $10-$20. Steel and copper run higher (HomeGuide).
Seamless
Seamless costs $3-$5+ more per linear foot than sectional, but has fewer places to leak.
Stories
Two-story homes add $1-$3 per linear foot for ladders and fall protection.
Cost by quality level and size in Dothan
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Dothan. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small house (120 linear ft) to large house (240 linear ft).
Basic
$1,100 to $2,150
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$1,900 to $2,950
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$2,650 to $3,700
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $820 – $1,600 | $1,400 – $2,200 | $2,000 – $2,800 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,100 – $2,150 | $1,900 – $2,950 | $2,650 – $3,700 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,650 – $3,200 | $2,800 – $4,350 | $3,950 – $5,500 |
Dothan weather and the gutters calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Dothan Rgnl Ap (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Dothan are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Dothan gets about 54 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (6.2 inches in August). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 2.9 and 2.7 inches. The station averages about 89 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 | 62 | 40 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 66 | 43 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 73 | 49 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 55 | 4.8 | Workable |
| May | 87 | 64 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 71 | 5.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 93 | 73 | 6.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 72 | 6.2 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 67 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 81 | 57 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 71 | 47 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 42 | 4.8 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Dothan
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Dothan wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (−5%) and vinyl siding lowest (−17%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,150 – $10,900 | −14% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,400 – $28,500 | −13% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,000 – $21,000 | −17% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $510 – $1,800 | −14% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,800 | −5% |
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Gutters in Dothan: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Dothan?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,100 to $3,700 in the Dothan area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,900 to $2,950. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Dothan?
About $6.85 to $22 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $170 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Dothan or Panama City?
Panama City is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,500, which is 4% more than Dothan ($2,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dothan?
About 32% at the midpoint, or $780 out of $2,400. Materials are 64% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Dothan?
$1,100 to $3,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Dothan?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $170 for fees in the Dothan area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dothan expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Alabama?
Dothan is 2% below the Alabama statewide estimate ($2,450 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Dothan?
The BLS median is $21.97 an hour in the Dothan area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.05 to $26.73.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Dothan?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,100 to $2,150 and premium work $2,650 to $3,700. Basic means: vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story. Premium means: steel or copper, two stories, custom length.
+When is the best time to install gutters in Dothan?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. May 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.
Gutters near Dothan
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 Gutter Installation Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Home Genius Exteriors: How Much Does Gutter Installation Cost? (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 = installed range minus the $4-$9 per linear foot labor figure from Home Genius Exteriors.