Gutters cost in Cedar Rapids, IA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,300 – $4,150
- Per linear ft
- $8.15 – $25
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #115
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new gutters in the Cedar Rapids area: $1,300 to $4,150 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 lands close to the US figure. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $39.47 an hour in the Cedar Rapids area, 33% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Cedar Rapids, IA, standard level
$2,150 to $3,300
About $13 to $20 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 42% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Labor | $970 | $1,300 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $120 |
| Total | $2,150 | $3,300 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Cedar Rapids, IA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $600 | $1,500 | $2,400 | 55% |
| Labor | $700 | $1,150 | $1,600 | 42% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 3% |
| Total | $1,300 | $2,750 | $4,150 | 100% |
Where the Cedar Rapids price comes from
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, Cedar Rapids wages are 1.10 times the national level. Labor makes up about 42% of the midpoint estimate (38% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Cedar Rapids is at 93.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,500 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 89.0: $0 to $180.
The best months for gutters in Cedar Rapids
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Cedar Rapids Muni 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 Cedar Rapids are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February 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.
Cedar Rapids gets about 36 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, June and July (5.6 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.0 and 2.0 inches. The station averages about 12 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 | 28 | 11 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 33 | 16 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Mar | 46 | 27 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 38 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 50 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 80 | 60 | 5.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 63 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 60 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 52 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 62 | 40 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 46 | 28 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 33 | 17 | 1.6 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Cedar Rapids bid
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.
Who does the work: Cedar Rapids 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 Cedar Rapids the blend is 1.10.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $39.47 an hour, 33% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $29.27 and $43.97 an hour. About 190 work in the metro. That is 13.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Roofers (47-2181), 30% of the weighting: a median of $23.00 an hour, 14% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.42 and $29.18 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 8.6 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 $23.40 an hour, which is 3% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.73 and $28.57 an hour. BLS counts 990 of them working in the area, 71.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (sheet metal workers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $65 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 5.2% to 2.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Cedar Rapids has 139,260 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 160th 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% | $29.27 | $39.47 | $43.97 | $29.71 | 1.33 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $22.42 | $23.00 | $29.18 | $26.65 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.73 | $23.40 | $28.57 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.10 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: gutters pricing in Cedar Rapids
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Cedar Rapids. 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
$1,300 to $2,450
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,150 to $3,300
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,000 to $4,150
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $980 – $1,850 | $1,650 – $2,500 | $2,300 – $3,150 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,300 – $2,450 | $2,150 – $3,300 | $3,000 – $4,150 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,950 – $3,650 | $3,200 – $4,900 | $4,450 – $6,150 |
Cedar Rapids against nearby metros and the rest of Iowa
Same job, same size (160 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. La Crosse is the priciest of the group at $2,800. Waterloo is the cheapest at $2,600.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids, IAthis page | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | |
| Iowa City, IA40 miles | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
| Dubuque, IA45 miles | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
| Waterloo, IA55 miles | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −4% |
| Davenport, IA75 miles | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −1% |
| La Crosse, WI115 miles | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Iowa (statewide) | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | level |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Cedar Rapids ranks #115 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Cedar Rapids is 4% above the Iowa figure.
Elsewhere in Iowa
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | −3% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −1% |
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
| Waterloo, IA | 84,260 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −4% |
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Cedar Rapids against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington, WV | 140,740 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −1% |
| Rockford, IL | 137,650 jobs | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +5% |
| Vallejo, CA | 144,130 jobs | $1,400 – $4,600 | $3,000 | +10% |
| Evansville, IN | 135,250 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +2% |
Related projects, priced for Cedar Rapids
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Cedar Rapids wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (level) and roof replacement lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,500 – $11,400 | −9% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,800 – $31,000 | −4% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,250 – $24,700 | −2% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | level |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,000 | level |
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Gutters in Cedar Rapids: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Cedar Rapids?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,300 to $4,150 in the Cedar Rapids area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,150 to $3,300. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Cedar Rapids?
About $8.15 to $25 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $180 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Cedar Rapids or Iowa City?
Iowa City is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,650, which is 4% less than Cedar Rapids ($2,750). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Cedar Rapids?
About 42% at the midpoint, or $1,150 out of $2,750. Materials are 55% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Cedar Rapids?
$1,300 to $4,150. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Cedar Rapids?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $180 for fees in the Cedar Rapids area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Cedar Rapids expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Iowa?
Cedar Rapids is 4% above the Iowa statewide estimate ($2,650 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Iowa; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Cedar Rapids?
The BLS median is $39.47 an hour in the Cedar Rapids area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $29.27 to $43.97.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Cedar Rapids?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,300 to $2,450 and premium work $3,000 to $4,150. 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 Cedar Rapids?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March and November 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 Cedar Rapids
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.