Gutters cost in Providence, RI
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
- $8.40 – $25.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #77
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install gutters in Providence, plan on $1,350 to $4,300 for 160 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $8.40 to $25.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 3% higher than the national one. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $31.30 an hour in the Providence area, 5% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Providence, RI, standard level
$2,250 to $3,450
About $13.50 to $20.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 42% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $1,950 |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,350 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,250 | $3,450 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Providence, RI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,500 | 55% |
| Labor | $720 | $1,200 | $1,650 | 42% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 4% |
| Total | $1,350 | $2,850 | $4,300 | 100% |
Why Providence prices look the way they do
Labor is 42% 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 Providence the blended ratio comes out at 1.13.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Providence metro is 97.1 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 160 linear ft comes to $1,550, compared with $1,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.8) and land at $0 to $200.
Specs and site conditions that change a Providence bid
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.
Permit
Local building codes may add $50-$200, though most cities don't require one.
Related projects, priced for Providence
Because every project leans on different trades, Providence's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, French drain runs +12% and attic insulation level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,650 – $13,300 | +7% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,000 – $33,900 | +5% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,700 – $26,000 | +3% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $670 – $2,350 | +12% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | level |
Pick a size, pick a tier: gutters pricing in Providence
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Providence 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
$1,350 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) | $2,000 – $3,750 | $3,350 – $5,050 | $4,650 – $6,400 |
Climate in Providence: timing your gutters job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Providence T F Green Ap (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 Providence (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.
Providence gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 37 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and December (4.9 inches in March). Inside the workable window, May and July are the driest, at 3.4 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 12 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 | 38 | 22 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 24 | 3.4 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 30 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 59 | 40 | 4.3 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 49 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 59 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 65 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 64 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 57 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 45 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 36 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 43 | 28 | 4.7 | Cold |
Providence against nearby metros and the rest of Rhode Island
Same job, same size (160 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Worcester is the priciest of the group at $3,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RIthis page | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,850 | |
| Norwich, CT45 miles | $1,400 – $4,400 | $2,900 | +2% |
| Worcester, MA55 miles | $1,550 – $4,800 | $3,200 | +12% |
| Boston, MA60 miles | $1,450 – $4,650 | $3,050 | +8% |
| Barnstable, MA60 miles | $1,450 – $4,550 | $3,000 | +6% |
| Hartford, CT65 miles | $1,400 – $4,450 | $2,900 | +3% |
| Rhode Island (statewide) | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | level |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −3% |
Across 300 US metros, Providence comes in at #77 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, Providence is 0% above the Rhode Island figure.
Providence is the only Rhode Island metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Cities with a workforce like Providence's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Providence against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −9% |
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | −7% |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −9% |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 677,680 jobs | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −10% |
Providence 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 Providence is 1.13 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $31.30 an hour, which is 5% above the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $25.04 and $39.42 an hour. BLS counts 520 of them working in the area, 7.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is about average.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 30%) the local median is $29.60 an hour, which is 11% above the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $23.77 and $36.90 an hour. BLS counts 460 of them working in the area, 6.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 30% of the weighting: a median of $28.50 an hour, 26% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $23.10 and $37.25 an hour. About 3,240 work in the metro. That is 45.4 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 ($39.42 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $110. At the 25th percentile ($25.04) it shrinks by about $90. The total moves by 4.0% or 3.1%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 714,120 jobs in the Providence-Warwick area. That makes it the 42nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.46% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $25.04 | $31.30 | $39.42 | $29.71 | 1.05 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $23.77 | $29.60 | $36.90 | $26.65 | 1.11 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $23.10 | $28.50 | $37.25 | $22.66 | 1.26 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.13 | |||||
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Gutters in Providence: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Providence?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,350 to $4,300 in the Providence 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 Providence?
About $8.40 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 Providence or Norwich?
Norwich is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,900, which is 2% more than Providence ($2,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Providence?
About 42% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $2,850. Materials are 55% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Providence?
$1,350 to $4,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Providence?
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 Providence area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Providence expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Rhode Island?
Providence is 0% above the Rhode Island statewide estimate ($2,800 at the midpoint).
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Providence?
The BLS median is $31.30 an hour in the Providence area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.04 to $39.42.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Providence?
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 Providence?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. May and July 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 Providence
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.