Gutters cost in Allentown, PA
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
- $8.25 – $25.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #87
- 1 = most expensive
New gutters in Allentown, PA usually costs $1,300 to $4,300 for 160 linear ft. That works out to about $8.25 to $25.50 per linear ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $31.40 an hour in the Allentown area, 6% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Allentown, PA, standard level
$2,200 to $3,400
About $13.50 to $20.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $2,000 |
| Labor | $930 | $1,250 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,200 | $3,400 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Allentown, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $640 | $1,600 | $2,550 | 57% |
| Labor | $670 | $1,100 | $1,500 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 4% |
| Total | $1,300 | $2,800 | $4,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Allentown number
Labor is 39% 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 Allentown the blended ratio comes out at 1.05.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Allentown is at 100.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,600 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 100.0: $0 to $200.
What local crews earn in Allentown
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 Allentown the blend is 1.05.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $31.40 an hour, 6% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $24.61 and $51.36 an hour. About 190 work in the metro. That is 5.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Roofers (47-2181), 30% of the weighting: a median of $27.95 an hour, 5% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $23.45 and $34.80 an hour. About 140 work in the metro. That is 3.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $23.70 an hour, which is 5% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.27 and $30.00 an hour. BLS counts 1,670 of them working in the area, 44.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (sheet metal workers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $280 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $95. That is a swing of roughly 3.4% to 10.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton has 377,180 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 69th 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% | $24.61 | $31.40 | $51.36 | $29.71 | 1.06 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $23.45 | $27.95 | $34.80 | $26.65 | 1.05 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $22.27 | $23.70 | $30.00 | $22.66 | 1.05 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Allentown
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Allentown. 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 $2,500
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) | $990 – $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 | $3,300 – $5,000 | $4,600 – $6,350 |
Planning more than one job in Allentown?
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Allentown wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+3%) 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 | $6,300 – $12,900 | +3% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $10,600 – $33,400 | +3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,450 – $25,400 | +1% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $600 – $2,100 | +1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,850 | −4% |
Why two Allentown quotes can differ
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.
Material
Vinyl is $8-$12 per linear foot installed and aluminum $10-$20. Steel and copper run higher (HomeGuide).
Is Allentown cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (160 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Trenton is the priciest of the group at $3,250. Lancaster is the cheapest at $2,750.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PAthis page | $1,300 – $4,300 | $2,800 | |
| Reading, PA40 miles | $1,300 – $4,250 | $2,750 | −1% |
| Scranton, PA45 miles | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
| Trenton, NJ50 miles | $1,600 – $4,950 | $3,250 | +16% |
| Philadelphia, PA60 miles | $1,350 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +2% |
| Lancaster, PA70 miles | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −3% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Allentown ranks #87 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Allentown is 2% above the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $1,350 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +2% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −3% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −3% |
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Allentown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −10% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | −3% |
| Boise, ID | 391,790 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | −5% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −9% |
Allentown 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, Allentown 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 Allentown 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.
Allentown gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 33 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (5.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.6 and 3.2 inches. The station averages about 18 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 | 38 | 22 | 3.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 42 | 23 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 51 | 31 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 40 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 51 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 60 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 65 | 5.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 63 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 55 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 34 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 43 | 27 | 3.9 | Cold |
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Gutters in Allentown: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Allentown?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,300 to $4,300 in the Allentown 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 Allentown?
About $8.25 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 Allentown or Reading?
Reading is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,750, which is 1% less than Allentown ($2,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Allentown?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $1,100 out of $2,800. Materials are 57% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Allentown?
$1,300 to $4,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Allentown?
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 Allentown area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Allentown expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Allentown is 2% above the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($2,750 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Allentown?
The BLS median is $31.40 an hour in the Allentown area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.61 to $51.36.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Allentown?
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.
+When is the best time to install gutters in Allentown?
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 Allentown
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.