Gutters cost in Stockton, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $4,550
- Per linear ft
- $8.80 – $27
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +9%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #46
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new gutters in the Stockton area: $1,400 to $4,550 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 $33.22 an hour in the Stockton area, 12% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Stockton, CA, standard level
$2,350 to $3,600
About $14.50 to $21.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 40% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,400 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $150 |
| Total | $2,350 | $3,600 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Stockton, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $670 | $1,700 | $2,700 | 56% |
| Labor | $730 | $1,200 | $1,650 | 40% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $110 | $210 | 4% |
| Total | $1,400 | $3,000 | $4,550 | 100% |
Why Stockton 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, Stockton wages are 1.15 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. Stockton 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 105.1: $0 to $210.
Stockton: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Stockton. 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 $2,650
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,350 to $3,600
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,300 to $4,550
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,050 – $2,000 | $1,800 – $2,750 | $2,500 – $3,450 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,400 – $2,650 | $2,350 – $3,600 | $3,300 – $4,550 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,100 – $3,950 | $3,500 – $5,350 | $4,900 – $6,750 |
Who does the work: Stockton 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 Stockton the blend is 1.15.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $33.22 an hour, 12% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.88 and $48.39 an hour. About 70 work in the metro. That is 2.4 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 $29.78 an hour, 12% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $28.47 and $35.31 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 8.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $27.62 an hour, which is 22% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.65 and $37.23 an hour. BLS counts 1,470 of them working in the area, 50.7 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 $210 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 4.9% to 7.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Stockton-Lodi has 289,660 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 88th 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% | $22.88 | $33.22 | $48.39 | $29.71 | 1.12 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $28.47 | $29.78 | $35.31 | $26.65 | 1.12 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.65 | $27.62 | $37.23 | $22.66 | 1.22 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.15 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Stockton
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Stockton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, French drain comes out highest (+19%) and attic insulation lowest (+5%); 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 | $11,300 – $35,400 | +9% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,300 – $27,900 | +11% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $710 – $2,500 | +19% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,200 | +5% |
Stockton against nearby metros and the rest of California
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 160 linear ft range from $3,000 to $3,450 across Stockton and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton, CAthis page | $1,400 – $4,550 | $3,000 | |
| Modesto, CA30 miles | $1,450 – $4,600 | $3,000 | +1% |
| Vallejo, CA45 miles | $1,400 – $4,600 | $3,000 | +1% |
| San Francisco, CA55 miles | $1,650 – $5,200 | $3,450 | +15% |
| Merced, CA60 miles | $1,400 – $4,600 | $3,000 | +1% |
| Sacramento, CA60 miles | $1,450 – $4,650 | $3,050 | +2% |
| California (statewide) | $1,450 – $4,700 | $3,100 | +3% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −8% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Stockton ranks #46 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Stockton 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 Stockton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | −6% |
| Portland, ME | 288,480 jobs | $1,250 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −9% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $1,100 – $3,650 | $2,400 | −20% |
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −12% |
The best months for gutters in Stockton
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Stockton Fire Stn 4 (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 Stockton are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Stockton gets about 17 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, February and December (3.6 inches in January). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 0.6 and 1.0 inches. The station averages about 90 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 | 58 | 39 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Feb | 65 | 42 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 46 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 75 | 49 | 1.4 | Workable |
| May | 83 | 54 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 58 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 95 | 61 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 60 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 92 | 57 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Oct | 82 | 51 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 69 | 44 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 39 | 3.1 | Workable |
Gutters: what moves the price in Stockton
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 Stockton: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Stockton?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $4,550 in the Stockton area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,350 to $3,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Stockton?
About $8.80 to $27 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 Stockton or Modesto?
Modesto is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $3,000, which is 1% more than Stockton ($3,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Stockton?
About 40% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $3,000. Materials are 56% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Stockton?
$1,400 to $4,550. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Stockton?
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 Stockton area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Stockton expensive for gutters compared with the rest of California?
Stockton 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 Stockton?
The BLS median is $33.22 an hour in the Stockton area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.88 to $48.39.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Stockton?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $2,650 and premium work $3,300 to $4,550. 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 Stockton?
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 Stockton
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.