Gutters cost in Fargo, ND
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,350 – $4,300
- Per linear ft
- $8.50 – $26
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #76
- 1 = most expensive
New gutters in Fargo, ND usually costs $1,350 to $4,300 for 160 linear ft. That works out to about $8.50 to $26 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $95 more. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $38.60 an hour in the Fargo area, 30% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Fargo, ND, standard level
$2,250 to $3,450
About $13.50 to $20.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $1,050 | $1,400 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $2,250 | $3,450 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Fargo, ND
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $610 | $1,550 | $2,450 | 54% |
| Labor | $750 | $1,200 | $1,700 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $90 | $180 | 3% |
| Total | $1,350 | $2,850 | $4,300 | 100% |
Why Fargo prices look the way they do
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, Fargo wages are 1.17 times the national level. Labor makes up about 43% of the midpoint estimate (38% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Fargo is at 95.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,550 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 90.9: $0 to $180.
Related projects, priced for Fargo
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Fargo wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, metal roof comes out highest (+6%) and attic insulation lowest (−4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| 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 | $11,200 – $34,000 | +6% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,350 – $25,000 | −1% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | −1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,850 | −4% |
What local crews earn in Fargo
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 Fargo the blend is 1.17.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $38.60 an hour, 30% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $28.33 and $39.13 an hour. About 100 work in the metro. That is 6.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Roofers (47-2181), 30% of the weighting: a median of $29.62 an hour, 11% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $23.08 and $34.68 an hour. About 130 work in the metro. That is 8.7 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 $23.72 an hour, which is 5% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.29 and $29.85 an hour. BLS counts 1,760 of them working in the area, 118.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (sheet metal workers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $5 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 5.1% to 0.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Fargo has 148,660 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 156th 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% | $28.33 | $38.60 | $39.13 | $29.71 | 1.30 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $23.08 | $29.62 | $34.68 | $26.65 | 1.11 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.29 | $23.72 | $29.85 | $22.66 | 1.05 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.17 | |||||
Why two Fargo quotes can differ
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.
How Fargo compares
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Fargo. Sioux Falls is the lowest at about $2,550 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 235 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, NDthis page | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,850 | |
| St. Cloud, MN150 miles | $1,400 – $4,450 | $2,950 | +4% |
| Bismarck, ND190 miles | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | −6% |
| Minneapolis, MN215 miles | $1,500 – $4,700 | $3,100 | +9% |
| Duluth, MN215 miles | $1,450 – $4,550 | $3,000 | +6% |
| Sioux Falls, SD235 miles | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −11% |
| North Dakota (statewide) | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −4% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Fargo ranks #76 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Fargo is 4% above the North Dakota figure.
Elsewhere in North Dakota
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck, ND | 71,270 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | −6% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Fargo against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killeen, TX | 150,580 jobs | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,450 | −14% |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 146,260 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −13% |
| Gainesville, FL | 152,670 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,500 | −13% |
| Vallejo, CA | 144,130 jobs | $1,400 – $4,600 | $3,000 | +6% |
Fargo: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Fargo. 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
$1,350 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 $4,300
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,000 – $1,900 | $1,700 – $2,600 | $2,400 – $3,300 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,350 – $2,550 | $2,250 – $3,450 | $3,150 – $4,300 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,050 – $3,750 | $3,350 – $5,050 | $4,650 – $6,400 |
Fargo weather and the gutters calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Fargo Hector Intl 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 Fargo are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, 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.
Fargo gets about 24 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 51 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 1.5 and 2.2 inches. The station averages about 11 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 | 18 | 0 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 23 | 4 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Mar | 36 | 18 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 32 | 1.5 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 44 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 56 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 59 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 57 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 48 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 56 | 35 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 38 | 21 | 1.0 | Cold |
| Dec | 24 | 8 | 0.9 | Cold |
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Gutters in Fargo: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Fargo?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,350 to $4,300 in the Fargo 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 Fargo?
About $8.50 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 Fargo or St. Cloud?
St. Cloud is 150 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,950, which is 4% more than Fargo ($2,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Fargo?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $2,850. Materials are 54% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Fargo?
$1,350 to $4,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Fargo?
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 Fargo area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Fargo expensive for gutters compared with the rest of North Dakota?
Fargo is 4% above the North Dakota statewide estimate ($2,700 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in North Dakota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Fargo?
The BLS median is $38.60 an hour in the Fargo area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.33 to $39.13.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Fargo?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,350 to $2,550 and premium work $3,150 to $4,300. 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 Fargo?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. April and October 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 Fargo
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.