Gutters cost in Anchorage, AK
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,550 – $4,900
- Per linear ft
- $9.70 – $29.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +18%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #10
- 1 = most expensive
Anchorage homeowners pay roughly $1,550 to $4,900 to install gutters at 160 linear ft, or $9.70 to $29.50 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Anchorage is 18% higher. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $47.15 an hour in the Anchorage area, 59% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Anchorage, AK, standard level
$2,550 to $3,900
About $15.50 to $23.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $2,150 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,600 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $150 |
| Total | $2,550 | $3,900 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Anchorage, AK
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $690 | $1,700 | $2,750 | 53% |
| Labor | $860 | $1,400 | $1,950 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $110 | $210 | 3% |
| Total | $1,550 | $3,200 | $4,900 | 100% |
What is behind the Anchorage number
The wage side of the estimate leans on sheet metal workers, who do 40% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $47.15 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Anchorage is 1.35 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 43% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Anchorage metro is 107.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,700, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (105.4) and land at $0 to $210.
When to schedule gutters in Anchorage
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Eagle Rvr Nature Ctr (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through September is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Anchorage (6 of 12 months). January, February, March, October, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, October, 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.
Anchorage gets about 23 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are August, September and October (3.6 inches in September). Inside the workable window, April and May are the driest, at 0.8 and 0.9 inches.
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 | 21 | 6 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 28 | 12 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 35 | 15 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Apr | 47 | 27 | 0.8 | Workable |
| May | 58 | 36 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 65 | 44 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 67 | 48 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 65 | 45 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 56 | 37 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 42 | 26 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Nov | 26 | 13 | 1.7 | Cold |
| Dec | 23 | 9 | 2.0 | Cold |
Anchorage: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Anchorage 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 3 common sizes.
Basic
$1,550 to $2,900
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,550 to $3,900
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,550 to $4,900
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,150 – $2,200 | $1,950 – $2,950 | $2,700 – $3,750 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,550 – $2,900 | $2,550 – $3,900 | $3,550 – $4,900 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,300 – $4,300 | $3,800 – $5,750 | $5,300 – $7,250 |
Why two Anchorage quotes can differ
Stories
Two-story homes add $1-$3 per linear foot for ladders and fall protection.
Permit
Local building codes may add $50-$200, though most cities don't require one.
Material
Vinyl is $8-$12 per linear foot installed and aluminum $10-$20. Steel and copper run higher (HomeGuide).
What nearby projects cost in Anchorage
Because every project leans on different trades, Anchorage's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, metal roof runs +18% and attic insulation +10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,050 – $14,200 | +14% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $12,400 – $38,000 | +18% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,700 – $29,100 | +16% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $680 – $2,350 | +13% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,100 – $4,400 | +10% |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Anchorage is 1.35 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $47.15 an hour, which is 59% above the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $27.74 and $49.76 an hour. BLS counts 160 of them working in the area, 9.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 30%) the local median is $31.61 an hour, which is 19% above the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $27.31 and $38.75 an hour. BLS counts 230 of them working in the area, 13.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $27.00 an hour, 19% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.90 and $34.85 an hour. About 1,860 work in the metro. That is 105.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the sheet metal workers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($49.76 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $35. At the 25th percentile ($27.74) it shrinks by about $270. The total moves by 1.1% or 8.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 177,050 jobs in the Anchorage area. That makes it the 131st largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.11% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $27.74 | $47.15 | $49.76 | $29.71 | 1.59 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $27.31 | $31.61 | $38.75 | $26.65 | 1.19 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.90 | $27.00 | $34.85 | $22.66 | 1.19 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.35 | |||||
How Anchorage compares
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Anchorage. Spokane is the lowest at about $2,950 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 1570 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage, AKthis page | $1,550 – $4,900 | $3,200 | |
| Bellingham, WA1410 miles | $1,500 – $4,750 | $3,100 | −3% |
| Bremerton, WA1450 miles | $1,450 – $4,700 | $3,100 | −4% |
| Seattle, WA1480 miles | $1,600 – $4,950 | $3,250 | +1% |
| Olympia, WA1485 miles | $1,500 – $4,750 | $3,150 | −3% |
| Spokane, WA1570 miles | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | −8% |
| Alaska (statewide) | $1,550 – $4,850 | $3,200 | −1% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −15% |
Across 300 US metros, Anchorage comes in at #10 from the top. The priciest is San Francisco, CA at $3,450; the cheapest is Longview, TX at $2,350 (midpoints, 160 linear ft). Statewide, Anchorage is 1% above the Alaska figure.
Anchorage is the only Alaska metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Cities with a workforce like Anchorage's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Anchorage against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | 178,590 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −22% |
| Reading, PA | 174,670 jobs | $1,300 – $4,250 | $2,750 | −14% |
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −24% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | −13% |
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Gutters in Anchorage: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Anchorage?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,550 to $4,900 in the Anchorage area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,550 to $3,900. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Anchorage?
About $9.70 to $29.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $210 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Anchorage or Bellingham?
Bellingham is 1410 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $3,100, which is 3% less than Anchorage ($3,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Anchorage?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $1,400 out of $3,200. Materials are 53% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Anchorage?
$1,550 to $4,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Anchorage?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $210 for fees in the Anchorage area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Anchorage expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Alaska?
Anchorage is 1% above the Alaska statewide estimate ($3,200 at the midpoint).
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Anchorage?
The BLS median is $47.15 an hour in the Anchorage area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.74 to $49.76.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Anchorage?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,550 to $2,900 and premium work $3,550 to $4,900. 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 Anchorage?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through September. April and May 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 Anchorage
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.