Gutters cost in Jonesboro, AR
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
- −13%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #295
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install gutters in Jonesboro, plan on $1,100 to $3,700 for 160 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $6.85 to $22 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 13% lower than the national one. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $20.80 an hour in the Jonesboro area, 30% below the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Jonesboro, AR, standard level
$1,850 to $2,900
About $11.50 to $17.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 34% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Labor | $690 | $930 |
| Permits and fees | $50 | $120 |
| Total | $1,850 | $2,900 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Jonesboro, AR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $600 | $1,500 | $2,400 | 63% |
| Labor | $500 | $810 | $1,100 | 34% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $85 | $170 | 4% |
| Total | $1,100 | $2,400 | $3,700 | 100% |
What is behind the Jonesboro 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 $20.80 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Jonesboro is 0.78 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 34% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Jonesboro metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,500, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (85.9) and land at $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 Jonesboro. The wage table below marks each row.
Jonesboro labor market for gutters
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 Jonesboro is 0.78 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $20.80 an hour, which is 30% below the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $18.43 and $22.81 an hour. BLS counts 60 of them working in the area, 9.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Jonesboro metro, so we used the Arkansas statewide median: $22.82 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $17.87 and $24.62 an hour.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $18.26 an hour, 19% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.23 and $20.53 an hour. About 390 work in the metro. That is 64.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the sheet metal workers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($22.81 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $30. At the 25th percentile ($18.43) it shrinks by about $35. The total moves by 1.2% or 1.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 60,620 jobs in the Jonesboro area. That makes it the 286th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $18.43 | $20.80 | $22.81 | $29.71 | 0.70 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $17.87 | $22.82 | $24.62 | $26.65 | 0.86 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $16.23 | $18.26 | $20.53 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
Climate in Jonesboro: timing your gutters job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Jonesboro Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Jonesboro (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Jonesboro gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and May (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, January and September are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 66 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 | 47 | 31 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Feb | 52 | 34 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 61 | 41 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 71 | 50 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 60 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 68 | 3.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 72 | 3.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 70 | 3.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 62 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 51 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 40 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 50 | 33 | 4.5 | Workable |
Specs and site conditions that change a Jonesboro bid
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).
Seamless
Seamless costs $3-$5+ more per linear foot than sectional, but has fewer places to leak.
Jonesboro against nearby metros and the rest of Arkansas
Same job, same size (160 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Jackson is the priciest of the group at $2,600.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, ARthis page | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | |
| Memphis, TN65 miles | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | +9% |
| Jackson, TN100 miles | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | +9% |
| Little Rock, AR120 miles | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | +1% |
| Springfield, MO180 miles | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | +5% |
| Clarksville, TN180 miles | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | +3% |
| Arkansas (statewide) | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | +1% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +15% |
Across 300 US metros, Jonesboro comes in at #295 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, Jonesboro is 1% below the Arkansas figure.
Other Arkansas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | +1% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,400 | +1% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Jonesboro's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jonesboro against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +19% |
| Chambersburg, PA | 60,280 jobs | $1,300 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +17% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | level |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $1,150 – $3,750 | $2,450 | +2% |
What nearby projects cost in Jonesboro
Because every project leans on different trades, Jonesboro's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs −9% and vinyl siding −16%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,300 – $11,000 | −12% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,550 – $28,500 | −13% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,050 – $21,200 | −16% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $510 – $1,800 | −14% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $900 – $3,650 | −9% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: gutters pricing in Jonesboro
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Jonesboro 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
$1,100 to $2,150
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$1,850 to $2,900
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 | $1,850 – $2,900 | $2,650 – $3,700 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,650 – $3,150 | $2,800 – $4,300 | $3,950 – $5,450 |
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Gutters in Jonesboro: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Jonesboro?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,100 to $3,700 in the Jonesboro area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,850 to $2,900. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Jonesboro?
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 Jonesboro or Memphis?
Memphis is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,600, which is 9% more than Jonesboro ($2,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jonesboro?
About 34% at the midpoint, or $810 out of $2,400. Materials are 63% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Jonesboro?
$1,100 to $3,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Jonesboro?
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 Jonesboro area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jonesboro expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Arkansas?
Jonesboro is 1% below the Arkansas statewide estimate ($2,400 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Arkansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Jonesboro?
The BLS median is $20.80 an hour in the Jonesboro area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.43 to $22.81.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Jonesboro?
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 Jonesboro?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. January and September 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 Jonesboro
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.