Gutters cost in Jefferson City, MO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $4,350
- Per linear ft
- $8.60 – $26
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #69
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install gutters in Jefferson City, plan on $1,400 to $4,350 for 160 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $8.60 to $26 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 4% higher than the national one. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $38.22 an hour in the Jefferson City area, 29% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Jefferson City, MO, standard level
$2,250 to $3,450
About $14 to $20.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Labor | $1,050 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $120 |
| Total | $2,250 | $3,450 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Jefferson City, MO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $600 | $1,500 | $2,400 | 53% |
| Labor | $770 | $1,250 | $1,750 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 3% |
| Total | $1,400 | $2,850 | $4,350 | 100% |
Where the Jefferson City price comes from
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 $38.22 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Jefferson City is 1.21 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 44% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Jefferson City metro is 94.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,500, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (88.0) and land at $0 to $180.
Climate in Jefferson City: timing your gutters job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Jefferson City Mem Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through December is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Jefferson City (11 of 12 months). January has an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January 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.
Jefferson City gets about 40 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and July (4.9 inches in May). Inside the workable window, February and December are the driest, at 1.9 and 2.1 inches. The station averages about 41 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 | 41 | 23 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 47 | 26 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 58 | 35 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 68 | 45 | 4.4 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 55 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 85 | 65 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 89 | 69 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 88 | 66 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 80 | 57 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 46 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 57 | 35 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 45 | 26 | 2.1 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Jefferson City
Because every project leans on different trades, Jefferson City's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, French drain runs +6% and vinyl siding level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,450 – $12,900 | +4% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,100 – $33,700 | +5% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,450 – $25,300 | level |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $640 – $2,250 | +6% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | +2% |
Gutters: what moves the price in Jefferson City
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.
Jefferson City labor market for gutters
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 Jefferson City is 1.21 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $38.22 an hour, which is 29% above the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $24.26 and $40.61 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 38.6 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 $28.76 an hour, which is 8% above the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.93 and $39.95 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 16.2 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 $27.99 an hour, 24% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.79 and $36.61 an hour. About 580 work in the metro. That is 72.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the sheet metal workers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($40.61 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $35. At the 25th percentile ($24.26) it shrinks by about $200. The total moves by 1.2% or 6.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 80,220 jobs in the Jefferson City area. That makes it the 237th 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% | $24.26 | $38.22 | $40.61 | $29.71 | 1.29 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $22.93 | $28.76 | $39.95 | $26.65 | 1.08 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.79 | $27.99 | $36.61 | $22.66 | 1.24 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.21 | |||||
Is Jefferson City cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $2,500 to $3,050 across Jefferson City and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson City, MOthis page | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,850 | |
| Columbia, MO35 miles | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −9% |
| St. Louis, MO95 miles | $1,400 – $4,400 | $2,900 | +2% |
| Springfield, MO105 miles | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −12% |
| Kansas City, MO130 miles | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | −1% |
| Springfield, IL150 miles | $1,500 – $4,600 | $3,050 | +7% |
| Missouri (statewide) | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −5% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −4% |
Across 300 US metros, Jefferson City comes in at #69 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, Jefferson City is 5% above the Missouri figure.
Other Missouri metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO | 1,341,320 jobs | $1,400 – $4,400 | $2,900 | +2% |
| Kansas City, MO | 1,096,110 jobs | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | −1% |
| Springfield, MO | 223,030 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −12% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −9% |
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | −15% |
Cities with a workforce like Jefferson City's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jefferson City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville, NC | 80,770 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −11% |
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,500 | −13% |
| Odessa, TX | 80,910 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −13% |
| Saginaw, MI | 80,000 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | −6% |
Cost by quality level and size in Jefferson City
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Jefferson City 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
$1,400 to $2,550
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,250 to $3,450
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,150 to $4,350
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,050 – $1,950 | $1,700 – $2,600 | $2,400 – $3,300 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,400 – $2,550 | $2,250 – $3,450 | $3,150 – $4,350 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,050 – $3,800 | $3,350 – $5,100 | $4,650 – $6,400 |
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Gutters in Jefferson City: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Jefferson City?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $4,350 in the Jefferson City area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,250 to $3,450. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Jefferson City?
About $8.60 to $26 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 Jefferson City or Columbia?
Columbia is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,600, which is 9% less than Jefferson City ($2,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jefferson City?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $1,250 out of $2,850. Materials are 53% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Jefferson City?
$1,400 to $4,350. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Jefferson City?
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 Jefferson City area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jefferson City expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Missouri?
Jefferson City is 5% above the Missouri statewide estimate ($2,700 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Missouri; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Jefferson City?
The BLS median is $38.22 an hour in the Jefferson City area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.26 to $40.61.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Jefferson City?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $2,550 and premium work $3,150 to $4,350. 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 Jefferson City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through December. February and December 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 Jefferson City
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.