Gutters cost in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,200 – $4,000
- Per linear ft
- $7.60 – $24
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #160
- 1 = most expensive
Coeur d'Alene homeowners pay roughly $1,200 to $4,000 to install gutters at 160 linear ft, or $7.60 to $24 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Coeur d'Alene is 5% lower. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $22.29 an hour in the Coeur d'Alene area, 25% below the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Coeur d'Alene, ID, 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 | $820 | $1,100 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,050 | $3,150 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Coeur d'Alene, ID
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,450 | 59% |
| Labor | $600 | $970 | $1,350 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 4% |
| Total | $1,200 | $2,600 | $4,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Coeur d'Alene 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 $22.29 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Coeur d'Alene is 0.94 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 37% of the total. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Coeur d'Alene metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,550, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (98.3) and land at $0 to $200.
Data note: 70% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Coeur d'Alene. The wage table below marks each row.
When to schedule gutters in Coeur d'Alene
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Coeur D'Alene (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through October is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Coeur d'Alene (8 of 12 months). January, February, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, 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.
Coeur d'Alene gets about 25 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, November and December (3.5 inches in December). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.8 inches. The station averages about 18 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 | 36 | 26 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 27 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 31 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 56 | 37 | 1.9 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 44 | 2.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 72 | 51 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 57 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 56 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 74 | 48 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 39 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 44 | 32 | 3.3 | Cold |
| Dec | 36 | 26 | 3.5 | Cold |
Cost by quality level and size in Coeur d'Alene
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Coeur d'Alene 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
$1,200 to $2,350
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,050 to $3,150
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$2,900 to $4,000
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $910 – $1,750 | $1,550 – $2,400 | $2,200 – $3,050 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,200 – $2,350 | $2,050 – $3,150 | $2,900 – $4,000 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,800 – $3,450 | $3,050 – $4,700 | $4,300 – $5,900 |
Coeur d'Alene against nearby metros and the rest of Idaho
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 $2,600 to $3,250 across Coeur d'Alene and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene, IDthis page | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | |
| Spokane, WA55 miles | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | +13% |
| Missoula, MT120 miles | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | +4% |
| Kennewick, WA150 miles | $1,500 – $4,750 | $3,150 | +20% |
| Yakima, WA210 miles | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | +13% |
| Seattle, WA240 miles | $1,600 – $4,950 | $3,250 | +25% |
| Idaho (statewide) | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,600 | −1% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Coeur d'Alene comes in at #160 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, Coeur d'Alene is 1% above the Idaho figure.
Other Idaho metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, ID | 391,790 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | +2% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Coeur d'Alene's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Coeur d'Alene against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −4% |
| Bangor, ME | 72,270 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | level |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,450 | −6% |
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 jobs | $1,350 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +9% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Coeur d'Alene 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.
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 Coeur d'Alene is 0.94 times the national level.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 40% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Coeur d'Alene metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median: $22.29 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.09 and $36.24 an hour.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Coeur d'Alene metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median: $27.78 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $19.92 and $30.57 an hour.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $24.48 an hour, 8% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.40 and $28.20 an hour. About 1,080 work in the metro. That is 149.4 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 ($36.24 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $200. At the 25th percentile ($18.09) it shrinks by about $60. The total moves by 7.5% or 2.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 72,280 jobs in the Coeur d'Alene area. That makes it the 254th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% 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% | $21.40 | $24.48 | $28.20 | $22.66 | 1.08 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Coeur d'Alene
Because every project leans on different trades, Coeur d'Alene's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, French drain runs +4% and attic insulation −6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,250 – $12,600 | +2% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,950 – $31,700 | −2% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,050 – $24,200 | −4% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $630 – $2,200 | +4% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $930 – $3,750 | −6% |
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Gutters in Coeur d'Alene: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Coeur d'Alene?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,200 to $4,000 in the Coeur d'Alene area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,050 to $3,150. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Coeur d'Alene?
About $7.60 to $24 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 Coeur d'Alene or Spokane?
Spokane is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,950, which is 13% more than Coeur d'Alene ($2,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Coeur d'Alene?
About 37% at the midpoint, or $970 out of $2,600. Materials are 59% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Coeur d'Alene?
$1,200 to $4,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Coeur d'Alene?
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 Coeur d'Alene area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Coeur d'Alene expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Idaho?
Coeur d'Alene is 1% above the Idaho statewide estimate ($2,600 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Idaho; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Coeur d'Alene?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $22.29 an hour, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.09 to $36.24.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Coeur d'Alene?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,200 to $2,350 and premium work $2,900 to $4,000. 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 Coeur d'Alene?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through October. July and August 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 Coeur d'Alene
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.