Gutters cost in Fresno, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $4,600
- Per linear ft
- $8.85 – $27.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +9%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #41
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new gutters in the Fresno area: $1,400 to $4,600 for 160 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 9% higher than the US figure. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $35.51 an hour in the Fresno area, 20% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Fresno, CA, standard level
$2,350 to $3,650
About $14.50 to $22 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 40% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $1,050 | $1,400 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,350 | $3,650 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Fresno, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $670 | $1,700 | $2,700 | 56% |
| Labor | $750 | $1,200 | $1,700 | 40% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 3% |
| Total | $1,400 | $3,000 | $4,600 | 100% |
Why Fresno prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: sheet metal workers at 40%, roofers at 30%, construction laborers at 30%. Weighted together, Fresno wages are 1.17 times the national level. Labor makes up about 40% of the midpoint estimate (38% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Fresno is at 105.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,700 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 102.2: $0 to $200.
Who does the work: Fresno trade wages
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 Fresno the blend is 1.17.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $35.51 an hour, 20% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $28.38 and $51.88 an hour. About 200 work in the metro. That is 4.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Roofers (47-2181), 30% of the weighting: a median of $30.00 an hour, 13% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $28.20 and $31.06 an hour. About 640 work in the metro. That is 13.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $26.50 an hour, which is 17% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.16 and $36.70 an hour. BLS counts 2,660 of them working in the area, 55.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (sheet metal workers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $230 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $100. That is a swing of roughly 3.3% to 7.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Fresno has 476,890 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 53rd 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% | $28.38 | $35.51 | $51.88 | $29.71 | 1.20 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $28.20 | $30.00 | $31.06 | $26.65 | 1.13 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.16 | $26.50 | $36.70 | $22.66 | 1.17 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.17 | |||||
Is Fresno cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Fresno. Visalia is the lowest at about $2,950 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 65 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresno, CAthis page | $1,400 – $4,600 | $3,000 | |
| Merced, CA60 miles | $1,400 – $4,600 | $3,000 | level |
| Visalia, CA65 miles | $1,400 – $4,550 | $2,950 | −1% |
| Modesto, CA85 miles | $1,450 – $4,600 | $3,000 | +1% |
| San Jose, CA95 miles | $1,650 – $5,150 | $3,400 | +14% |
| Salinas, CA100 miles | $1,500 – $4,750 | $3,100 | +4% |
| California (statewide) | $1,450 – $4,700 | $3,100 | +3% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Fresno ranks #41 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Fresno is 3% below the California figure.
Elsewhere in California
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $1,450 – $4,650 | $3,050 | +2% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $1,650 – $5,200 | $3,450 | +15% |
| Riverside, CA | 1,716,760 jobs | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | −2% |
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $1,450 – $4,750 | $3,100 | +4% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $1,650 – $5,150 | $3,400 | +14% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $1,450 – $4,650 | $3,050 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Fresno against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $1,300 – $4,250 | $2,800 | −7% |
| Tulsa, OK | 458,730 jobs | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −16% |
| Omaha, NE | 498,100 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | −10% |
| Albany, NY | 449,410 jobs | $1,350 – $4,350 | $2,850 | −5% |
What nearby projects cost in Fresno
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Fresno wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, French drain comes out highest (+17%) and attic insulation lowest (+4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,750 – $13,700 | +10% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,400 – $35,600 | +10% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,050 – $27,100 | +8% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $700 – $2,450 | +17% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,200 | +4% |
The best months for gutters in Fresno
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Fresno Yosemite Intl 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 Fresno are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Fresno gets about 11 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, February and March (2.2 inches in January). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 0.4 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 113 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 | 55 | 41 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 61 | 43 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 68 | 47 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 74 | 51 | 1.0 | Workable |
| May | 83 | 58 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 64 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Jul | 98 | 69 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 97 | 68 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 91 | 63 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Oct | 79 | 55 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 65 | 45 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 55 | 40 | 1.8 | Workable |
Pick a size, pick a tier: gutters pricing in Fresno
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Fresno. 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
$1,400 to $2,700
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,350 to $3,650
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,300 to $4,600
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,050 – $2,050 | $1,800 – $2,750 | $2,500 – $3,500 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,400 – $2,700 | $2,350 – $3,650 | $3,300 – $4,600 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,150 – $4,000 | $3,500 – $5,350 | $4,900 – $6,750 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Fresno 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.
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Gutters in Fresno: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Fresno?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $4,600 in the Fresno area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,350 to $3,650. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Fresno?
About $8.85 to $27.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $200 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Fresno or Merced?
Merced is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $3,000, which is 0% more than Fresno ($3,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Fresno?
About 40% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $3,000. Materials are 56% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Fresno?
$1,400 to $4,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Fresno?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $200 for fees in the Fresno area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Fresno expensive for gutters compared with the rest of California?
Fresno is 3% below the California statewide estimate ($3,100 at the midpoint). We cover 23 metros in California; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Fresno?
The BLS median is $35.51 an hour in the Fresno area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.38 to $51.88.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Fresno?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $2,700 and premium work $3,300 to $4,600. 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 Fresno?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October 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 Fresno
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.