Gutters cost in Illinois
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (160 linear ft)
- $1,550 – $4,850
- Per linear ft
- $9.65 – $29
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +16%
- US $2,750
- Metros covered
- 6
Across Illinois, new gutters costs about $1,550 to $4,850 for 160 linear ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 16% above the US figure of $2,750. Sheet metal workers earn a median $41.65 an hour in Illinois (US: $29.71).
Inside Illinois, the metros we cover range from $2,850 (Rockford) to $3,350 (Chicago) 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 Illinois (statewide), standard level
$2,550 to $3,850
About $15.50 to $23 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,250 | $2,050 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,650 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,550 | $3,850 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Illinois
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $660 | $1,650 | $2,650 | 52% |
| Labor | $880 | $1,400 | $1,950 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 3% |
| Total | $1,550 | $3,200 | $4,850 | 100% |
Quality levels and sizes in Illinois
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Illinois wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$1,550 to $2,850
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,550 to $3,850
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,500 to $4,850
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,150 – $2,150 | $1,900 – $2,900 | $2,650 – $3,650 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,550 – $2,850 | $2,550 – $3,850 | $3,500 – $4,850 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,300 – $4,250 | $3,750 – $5,700 | $5,200 – $7,150 |
Illinois versus the states around it
Illinois ranks 4 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. Illinois sits at $3,200. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 120 miles away | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,850 | −11% |
| Indiana | 140 miles away | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −15% |
| Michigan | 220 miles away | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | −14% |
| Iowa | 240 miles away | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −17% |
| Kentucky | 280 miles away | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −18% |
Illinois seasons and gutters
Season matters for gutters. For each Illinois metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Every Illinois metro on the list has 9 comfortable months, though rainfall ranges from 34 inches a year in Chicago to 40 in Springfield.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 19 | 85 | 34 | 9: March through November |
| Peoria | 18 | 86 | 38 | 9: March through November |
| Rockford | 15 | 84 | 37 | 9: March through November |
| Champaign | 18 | 85 | 37 | 9: March through November |
| Springfield | 19 | 86 | 40 | 9: March through November |
| Bloomington | 16 | 86 | 39 | 9: March through November |
Illinois metro-by-metro prices
1 of the 6 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $3,200, and the top-to-bottom gap is 16%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $1,600 – $5,050 | $3,350 | +4% |
| Springfield, IL | $1,500 – $4,600 | $3,050 | −4% |
| Peoria, IL | $1,500 – $4,550 | $3,000 | −5% |
| Bloomington, IL | $1,500 – $4,550 | $3,000 | −5% |
| Champaign, IL | $1,450 – $4,450 | $2,950 | −7% |
| Rockford, IL | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,850 | −10% |
Wages behind the Illinois number
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 1.37 for Illinois.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $41.65 an hour, which is 40% above the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $28.56 and $50.64 an hour. BLS counts 3,260 of them working in the state, 5.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 30%) the local median is $37.45 an hour, which is 41% above the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $27.81 and $49.54 an hour. BLS counts 5,300 of them working in the state, 8.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $29.18 an hour, 29% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.14 and $45.79 an hour. About 35,940 work in the state. That is 58.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for sheet metal workers ($50.64 an hour) would add about $130 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($28.56) would take off about $180. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 6,098,130 jobs across Illinois (May 2025), which is 3.9% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $28.56 | $41.65 | $50.64 | $29.71 | 1.40 | state |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $27.81 | $37.45 | $49.54 | $26.65 | 1.41 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.14 | $29.18 | $45.79 | $22.66 | 1.29 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.37 | |||||
Gutters: what moves the price in Illinois
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.
If you are planning more than one job in Illinois
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Illinois wages and prices. Against national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+25%) and attic insulation lowest (+7%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,850 – $15,400 | +25% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $13,400 – $39,400 | +24% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,850 – $29,600 | +17% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $720 – $2,500 | +19% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,100 – $4,250 | +7% |
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Gutters in Illinois: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Illinois?
$1,550 to $4,850 for 160 linear ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Illinois can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Illinois is cheapest for gutters?
Rockford at about $2,850 (midpoint, 160 linear ft). The priciest is Chicago at $3,350.
+Is gutters cheaper in Illinois than the US average?
It is 16% more expensive: $3,200 against $2,750 for 160 linear ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Illinois?
About 45% ($1,400). Materials are 52%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.37x the national wage level.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Illinois?
The BLS statewide median is $41.65 an hour, against $29.71 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.56 to $50.64.
+Where does Illinois rank for gutters costs?
4th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $3,200 for 160 linear ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Illinois?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,550 to $2,850 and premium work $3,500 to $4,850. Basic means: vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story. Premium means: steel or copper, two stories, custom length.
+Does the season matter for gutters in Illinois?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Illinois metros we cover, Chicago has the most comfortable months (9 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 Illinois
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.