Gutters cost in Nashville, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,250 – $4,050
- Per linear ft
- $7.70 – $24
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #153
- 1 = most expensive
Nashville homeowners pay roughly $1,250 to $4,050 to install gutters at 160 linear ft, or $7.70 to $24 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Nashville is 4% lower. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.2).
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Nashville, TN, standard level
$2,050 to $3,200
About $12.50 to $19 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 38% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $840 | $1,150 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $130 |
| Total | $2,050 | $3,200 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Nashville, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,450 | 59% |
| Labor | $610 | $1,000 | $1,400 | 38% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 4% |
| Total | $1,250 | $2,650 | $4,050 | 100% |
Where the Nashville price comes from
Labor is 38% 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 Nashville the blended ratio comes out at 0.96.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Nashville metro is 96.2 (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 (96.3) and land at $0 to $190.
What nearby projects cost in Nashville
Because every project leans on different trades, Nashville's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs +1% and roof replacement −8%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,550 – $11,500 | −8% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,350 – $30,400 | −7% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,000 – $24,100 | −5% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $580 – $2,000 | −4% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,000 – $4,000 | +1% |
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 Nashville is 0.96 times the national level.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 40%) the local median is $29.91 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.64 and $37.19 an hour. BLS counts 750 of them working in the area, 6.8 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 $23.14 an hour, which is 13% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $21.02 and $26.93 an hour. BLS counts 650 of them working in the area, 5.9 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 $22.21 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.67 and $24.27 an hour. About 9,170 work in the metro. That is 83.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of 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 ($37.19 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $100. At the 25th percentile ($22.64) it shrinks by about $100. The total moves by 3.9% or 3.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 1,099,300 jobs in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin area. That makes it the 33rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.71% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 40% | $22.64 | $29.91 | $37.19 | $29.71 | 1.01 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $21.02 | $23.14 | $26.93 | $26.65 | 0.87 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.67 | $22.21 | $24.27 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.96 | |||||
When to schedule gutters in Nashville
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Nashville Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through June is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Nashville (10 of 12 months). July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Nashville gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 5 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and May (5.0 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.8 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 54 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 | 49 | 30 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Feb | 54 | 33 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Mar | 63 | 40 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 73 | 49 | 4.7 | Workable |
| May | 80 | 58 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 88 | 66 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 91 | 71 | 4.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 69 | 3.8 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 62 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 50 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 61 | 39 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 52 | 33 | 4.4 | Workable |
Is Nashville cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Nashville. Decatur is the lowest at about $2,450 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 115 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TNthis page | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | |
| Clarksville, TN65 miles | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −6% |
| Bowling Green, KY70 miles | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −5% |
| Huntsville, AL90 miles | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −5% |
| Chattanooga, TN105 miles | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −2% |
| Decatur, AL115 miles | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −7% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,600 | −2% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Nashville comes in at #153 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, Nashville is 2% above the Tennessee figure.
Other Tennessee metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −1% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −1% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $1,200 – $3,950 | $2,550 | −2% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $1,200 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −3% |
| Clarksville, TN | 103,220 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −6% |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Nashville's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Nashville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | +4% |
| Kansas City, MO | 1,096,110 jobs | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | +7% |
| Indianapolis, IN | 1,105,170 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | +2% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $1,450 – $4,650 | $3,050 | +16% |
Nashville: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Nashville 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
$1,250 to $2,350
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,050 to $3,200
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$2,900 to $4,050
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $920 – $1,800 | $1,550 – $2,450 | $2,200 – $3,050 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,250 – $2,350 | $2,050 – $3,200 | $2,900 – $4,050 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,850 – $3,500 | $3,100 – $4,700 | $4,300 – $5,950 |
Why two Nashville quotes can differ
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.
Stories
Two-story homes add $1-$3 per linear foot for ladders and fall protection.
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Gutters in Nashville: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Nashville?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,250 to $4,050 in the Nashville area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,050 to $3,200. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Nashville?
About $7.70 to $24 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 Nashville or Clarksville?
Clarksville is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,450, which is 6% less than Nashville ($2,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Nashville?
About 38% at the midpoint, or $1,000 out of $2,650. Materials are 59% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Nashville?
$1,250 to $4,050. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Nashville?
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 Nashville area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Nashville expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Nashville is 2% above the Tennessee statewide estimate ($2,600 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Tennessee; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Nashville?
The BLS median is $29.91 an hour in the Nashville area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.64 to $37.19.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Nashville?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,250 to $2,350 and premium work $2,900 to $4,050. 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 Nashville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. 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 Nashville
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.