Gutters cost in Dayton, OH
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
- $8.10 – $24.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #121
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install gutters in Dayton, plan on $1,300 to $4,150 for 160 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $8.10 to $24.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.6).
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Dayton, OH, standard level
$2,150 to $3,300
About $13 to $19.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 41% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,850 |
| Labor | $950 | $1,300 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $2,150 | $3,300 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Dayton, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $600 | $1,500 | $2,400 | 55% |
| Labor | $690 | $1,150 | $1,550 | 41% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 3% |
| Total | $1,300 | $2,700 | $4,150 | 100% |
Why Dayton prices look the way they do
Labor is 41% of the midpoint bill here, against 38% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is sheet metal workers (40%), roofers (30%), construction laborers (30%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Dayton the blended ratio comes out at 1.08.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Dayton metro is 93.6 (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 (92.7) and land at $0 to $190.
Dayton: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Dayton 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
$1,300 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) | $970 – $1,850 | $1,600 – $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 – $3,600 | $3,200 – $4,850 | $4,450 – $6,100 |
Related projects, priced for Dayton
Because every project leans on different trades, Dayton's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, French drain runs +6% and roof replacement −5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,800 – $11,800 | −5% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,000 – $31,400 | −3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,250 – $24,800 | −2% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $640 – $2,250 | +6% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | +2% |
Dayton 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 Dayton is 1.08 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $34.77 an hour, which is 17% above the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $28.65 and $39.18 an hour. BLS counts 220 of them working in the area, 5.9 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 $24.72 an hour, which is 7% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.20 and $29.78 an hour. BLS counts 320 of them working in the area, 8.6 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 $25.48 an hour, 12% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.00 and $35.00 an hour. About 1,390 work in the metro. That is 37.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer 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 ($39.18 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $60. At the 25th percentile ($28.65) it shrinks by about $85. The total moves by 2.3% or 3.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 372,660 jobs in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek area. That makes it the 70th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.24% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $28.65 | $34.77 | $39.18 | $29.71 | 1.17 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $22.20 | $24.72 | $29.78 | $26.65 | 0.93 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.00 | $25.48 | $35.00 | $22.66 | 1.12 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.08 | |||||
Why two Dayton 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.
Climate in Dayton: timing your gutters job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Dayton Mcd (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Dayton (9 of 12 months). 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.
Dayton gets about 42 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 12 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (4.5 inches in April). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.0 and 3.0 inches. The station averages about 39 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 | 20 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 40 | 23 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Mar | 51 | 31 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 64 | 41 | 4.5 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 53 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 62 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 66 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 64 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 56 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 52 | 33 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 26 | 3.1 | Cold |
How Dayton compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Dayton. Fort Wayne is the lowest at about $2,600 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 100 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OHthis page | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | |
| Cincinnati, OH55 miles | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | +1% |
| Columbus, OH70 miles | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Fort Wayne, IN100 miles | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −4% |
| Indianapolis, IN105 miles | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | −2% |
| Lexington, KY120 miles | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −4% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +1% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +1% |
Across 300 US metros, Dayton comes in at #121 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, Dayton is 1% below the Ohio figure.
Other Ohio metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | +1% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Dayton's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dayton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $1,300 – $4,300 | $2,800 | +3% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −6% |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −8% |
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | −11% |
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Gutters in Dayton: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Dayton?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,300 to $4,150 in the Dayton 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 Dayton?
About $8.10 to $24.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $190 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Dayton or Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,750, which is 1% more than Dayton ($2,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dayton?
About 41% at the midpoint, or $1,150 out of $2,700. Materials are 55% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Dayton?
$1,300 to $4,150. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Dayton?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $190 for fees in the Dayton area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dayton expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Ohio?
Dayton is 1% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($2,750 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Dayton?
The BLS median is $34.77 an hour in the Dayton area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.65 to $39.18.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Dayton?
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 Dayton?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. September 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 Dayton
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.