Gutters cost in Eugene, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,300 – $4,300
- Per linear ft
- $8.10 – $25.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #94
- 1 = most expensive
Eugene homeowners pay roughly $1,300 to $4,300 to install gutters at 160 linear ft, or $8.10 to $25.50 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Eugene is almost level. Building materials run about 5% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 105.3).
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Eugene, OR, standard level
$2,200 to $3,400
About $13.50 to $20.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 36% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $850 | $1,150 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,200 | $3,400 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Eugene, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $670 | $1,700 | $2,700 | 60% |
| Labor | $620 | $1,000 | $1,400 | 36% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 4% |
| Total | $1,300 | $2,800 | $4,300 | 100% |
Where the Eugene price comes from
Labor is 36% 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 Eugene the blended ratio comes out at 0.97.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Eugene metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,700, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.6) and land at $0 to $200.
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Eugene is 0.97 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $30.13 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.76 and $46.39 an hour. BLS counts 240 of them working in the area, 15.2 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 $23.00 an hour, which is 14% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.03 and $28.83 an hour. BLS counts 280 of them working in the area, 17.8 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 $22.85 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $20.21 and $27.39 an hour. About 1,010 work in the metro. That is 64.0 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 ($46.39 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $230. At the 25th percentile ($22.76) it shrinks by about $100. The total moves by 8.2% or 3.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 157,710 jobs in the Eugene-Springfield area. That makes it the 150th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.10% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $22.76 | $30.13 | $46.39 | $29.71 | 1.01 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $22.03 | $23.00 | $28.83 | $26.65 | 0.86 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $20.21 | $22.85 | $27.39 | $22.66 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Eugene?
Because every project leans on different trades, Eugene's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs +10% and roof replacement −5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,700 – $12,000 | −5% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,500 – $31,900 | −3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,700 – $26,200 | +4% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $640 – $2,250 | +7% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,100 – $4,400 | +10% |
Cost by quality level and size in Eugene
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Eugene 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 $2,500
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,200 to $3,400
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,100 to $4,300
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $970 – $1,900 | $1,650 – $2,600 | $2,350 – $3,250 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,300 – $2,500 | $2,200 – $3,400 | $3,100 – $4,300 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,950 – $3,700 | $3,250 – $5,000 | $4,600 – $6,350 |
When to schedule gutters in Eugene
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Eugene Mahlon Sweet Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
Weather is not a serious constraint for exterior installation in Eugene: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average daytime high under 45°F) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Eugene gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, November and December (7.2 inches in December). The station averages about 18 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 | 48 | 35 | 6.0 | Workable |
| Feb | 52 | 35 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Mar | 57 | 37 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 61 | 40 | 3.3 | Workable |
| May | 68 | 44 | 2.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 74 | 48 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 52 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 52 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 48 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 65 | 42 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 38 | 6.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 47 | 34 | 7.2 | Workable |
Specs and site conditions that change a Eugene bid
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.
Eugene against nearby metros and the rest of Oregon
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 $2,800 to $3,050 across Eugene and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene, ORthis page | $1,300 – $4,300 | $2,800 | |
| Salem, OR65 miles | $1,350 – $4,400 | $2,850 | +2% |
| Bend, OR100 miles | $1,350 – $4,450 | $2,900 | +4% |
| Medford, OR105 miles | $1,300 – $4,300 | $2,800 | level |
| Portland, OR115 miles | $1,450 – $4,600 | $3,050 | +8% |
| Yakima, WA205 miles | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | +5% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $1,400 – $4,500 | $2,950 | +6% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Eugene comes in at #94 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, Eugene is 5% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $1,450 – $4,600 | $3,050 | +8% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $1,350 – $4,400 | $2,850 | +2% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $1,350 – $4,450 | $2,900 | +4% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $1,300 – $4,300 | $2,800 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Eugene's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Eugene against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −8% |
| Brownsville, TX | 157,450 jobs | $1,150 – $3,750 | $2,450 | −12% |
| Youngstown, OH | 160,160 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,600 | −7% |
| Hickory, NC | 154,090 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −10% |
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Gutters in Eugene: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Eugene?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,300 to $4,300 in the Eugene area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,200 to $3,400. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Eugene?
About $8.10 to $25.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $0 to $200 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $8 to $25.
+Is gutters cheaper in Eugene or Salem?
Salem is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,850, which is 2% more than Eugene ($2,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Eugene?
About 36% at the midpoint, or $1,000 out of $2,800. Materials are 60% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Eugene?
$1,300 to $4,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Eugene?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $0 to $200 for fees in the Eugene area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Eugene expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Oregon?
Eugene is 5% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($2,950 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Eugene?
The BLS median is $30.13 an hour in the Eugene area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.76 to $46.39.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Eugene?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,300 to $2,500 and premium work $3,100 to $4,300. Basic means: vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story. Premium means: steel or copper, two stories, custom length.
+Is there a bad season to install gutters in Eugene?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
Gutters near Eugene
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.