Gutters cost in Idaho
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (160 linear ft)
- $1,200 – $3,950
- Per linear ft
- $7.50 – $23.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $2,750
- Metros covered
- 3
Across Idaho, new gutters costs about $1,200 to $3,950 for 160 linear ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 6% below the US figure of $2,750. Sheet metal workers earn a median $22.29 an hour in Idaho (US: $29.71).
Inside Idaho, the metros we cover range from $2,550 (Idaho Falls) to $2,650 (Boise) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Idaho (statewide), standard level
$2,050 to $3,150
About $12.50 to $19 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 37% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $800 | $1,100 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $2,050 | $3,150 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Idaho
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,450 | 60% |
| Labor | $580 | $950 | $1,300 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 4% |
| Total | $1,200 | $2,600 | $3,950 | 100% |
Gutters cost by metro in Idaho
2 of the 3 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $2,600, and the top-to-bottom gap is 4%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (160 linear ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, ID | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | +3% |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | +1% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −1% |
Idaho versus the states around it
Idaho ranks 35 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for gutters, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $3,400 and the cheapest Arkansas at $2,400, both for 160 linear ft at the midpoint. Idaho sits at $2,600. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana | 270 miles away | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | +5% |
| Utah | 280 miles away | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | +3% |
| Oregon | 350 miles away | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | +14% |
| Washington | 380 miles away | $1,500 – $4,800 | $3,150 | +22% |
| Nevada | 460 miles away | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −1% |
Gutters: what moves the price in Idaho
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.
Permit
Local building codes may add $50-$200, though most cities don't require one.
Idaho labor market for gutters
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 3 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 0.91 for Idaho.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $22.29 an hour, which is 25% below the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $18.09 and $36.24 an hour. BLS counts 1,290 of them working in the state, 15.0 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 $27.78 an hour, which is 4% above the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $19.92 and $30.57 an hour. BLS counts 1,190 of them working in the state, 13.9 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 $22.57 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.02 and $26.46 an hour. About 10,850 work in the state. That is 126.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for sheet metal workers ($36.24 an hour) would add about $200 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($18.09) would take off about $60. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 857,440 jobs across Idaho (May 2025), which is 0.6% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $18.09 | $22.29 | $36.24 | $29.71 | 0.75 | state |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $19.92 | $27.78 | $30.57 | $26.65 | 1.04 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $19.02 | $22.57 | $26.46 | $22.66 | 1.00 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.91 | |||||
Idaho seasons and gutters
Season matters for gutters. For each Idaho metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Every Idaho metro on the list has 8 comfortable months, though rainfall ranges from 10 inches a year in Idaho Falls to 25 in Coeur d'Alene.
We do not adjust prices by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. Timing is still worth raising when you collect bids.
| Metro | Jan avg low °F | Jul avg high °F | Precip (in/yr) | Comfortable months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise | 26 | 93 | 12 | 8: February through June and September through November |
| Idaho Falls | 12 | 87 | 10 | 8: March through October |
| Coeur d'Alene | 26 | 83 | 25 | 8: March through October |
Quality levels and sizes in Idaho
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Idaho wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$1,200 to $2,300
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,050 to $3,150
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$2,850 to $3,950
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $900 – $1,750 | $1,550 – $2,400 | $2,150 – $3,000 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,200 – $2,300 | $2,050 – $3,150 | $2,850 – $3,950 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,800 – $3,400 | $3,000 – $4,650 | $4,250 – $5,850 |
If you are planning more than one job in Idaho
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Idaho wages and prices. Against national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+1%) and vinyl siding lowest (−7%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,200 – $12,500 | +1% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,900 – $31,600 | −3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,800 – $23,300 | −7% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | +1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $920 – $3,750 | −7% |
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Gutters in Idaho: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Idaho?
$1,200 to $3,950 for 160 linear ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Idaho can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Idaho is cheapest for gutters?
Idaho Falls at about $2,550 (midpoint, 160 linear ft). The priciest is Boise at $2,650.
+Is gutters cheaper in Idaho than the US average?
It is 6% cheaper: $2,600 against $2,750 for 160 linear ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Idaho?
About 37% ($950). Materials are 60%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 0.91x the national wage level.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Idaho?
The BLS statewide median is $22.29 an hour, against $29.71 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.09 to $36.24.
+Where does Idaho rank for gutters costs?
35th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $2,600 for 160 linear ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Idaho?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,200 to $2,300 and premium work $2,850 to $3,950. Basic means: vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story. Premium means: steel or copper, two stories, custom length.
+Does the season matter for gutters in Idaho?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Idaho metros we cover, Boise has the most comfortable months (8 of 12) based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Our prices do not change by month, so ask contractors whether they charge more or less in busy and slow seasons.
Gutters by city in Idaho
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.