Gutters cost in Winchester, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,150 – $3,850
- Per linear ft
- $7.10 – $22.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #247
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new gutters in the Winchester area: $1,150 to $3,850 for 160 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 9% lower than the US figure. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $21.59 an hour in the Winchester area, 27% below the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Winchester, VA, standard level
$1,950 to $3,000
About $12 to $18 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 34% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $710 | $970 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $1,950 | $3,000 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Winchester, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,500 | 62% |
| Labor | $520 | $840 | $1,150 | 34% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 4% |
| Total | $1,150 | $2,500 | $3,850 | 100% |
What is behind the Winchester number
Labor is 34% 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 Winchester the blended ratio comes out at 0.81.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Winchester is at 96.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,550 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 96.5: $0 to $190.
Pick a size, pick a tier: gutters pricing in Winchester
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Winchester. 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
$1,150 to $2,200
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$1,950 to $3,000
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$2,750 to $3,850
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $850 – $1,700 | $1,450 – $2,300 | $2,100 – $2,900 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,150 – $2,200 | $1,950 – $3,000 | $2,750 – $3,850 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,700 – $3,300 | $2,900 – $4,450 | $4,050 – $5,650 |
Why two Winchester 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 Winchester cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Winchester. Harrisonburg comes closest at about $2,550.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester, VAthis page | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | |
| Hagerstown, MD30 miles | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | +8% |
| Harrisonburg, VA55 miles | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | +2% |
| Chambersburg, PA60 miles | $1,300 – $4,250 | $2,800 | +12% |
| Washington, DC60 miles | $1,300 – $4,350 | $2,850 | +14% |
| Morgantown, WV75 miles | $1,250 – $4,150 | $2,700 | +9% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $1,200 – $4,050 | $2,600 | +6% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Winchester ranks #247 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Winchester is 5% below the Virginia figure.
Elsewhere in Virginia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $1,200 – $4,000 | $2,600 | +4% |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,500 | +2% |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −1% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | +2% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $1,150 – $3,800 | $2,450 | −1% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $1,100 – $3,750 | $2,450 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Winchester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, NC | 67,830 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | +1% |
| Morgantown, WV | 67,370 jobs | $1,250 – $4,150 | $2,700 | +9% |
| Dover, DE | 68,080 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | +8% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | +2% |
Who does the work: Winchester trade wages
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 Winchester the blend is 0.81.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 40% of the weighting: a median of $21.59 an hour, 27% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $21.59 and $24.90 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 11.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Roofers (47-2181), 30% of the weighting: a median of $21.97 an hour, 18% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $18.84 and $22.64 an hour. About 40 work in the metro. That is 5.9 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 $20.27 an hour, which is 11% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.65 and $22.22 an hour. BLS counts 350 of them working in the area, 51.7 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 $45 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $0. That is a swing of roughly 0.0% to 1.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Winchester has 67,740 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 267th 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% | $21.59 | $21.59 | $24.90 | $29.71 | 0.73 | metro |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $18.84 | $21.97 | $22.64 | $26.65 | 0.82 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.65 | $20.27 | $22.22 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.81 | |||||
The best months for gutters in Winchester
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Winchester (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 Winchester are February through December: 11 of 12. Outside them, January has an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January 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.
Winchester gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 23 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and September (4.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.2 and 2.8 inches. The station averages about 24 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 | 41 | 24 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Feb | 45 | 26 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Mar | 53 | 32 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 42 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 73 | 52 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 61 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 66 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 64 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 57 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 45 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 55 | 35 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 45 | 28 | 3.1 | Workable |
Planning more than one job in Winchester?
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Winchester wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (−5%) and metal roof lowest (−12%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,300 – $11,200 | −11% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $8,550 – $28,900 | −12% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,600 – $22,700 | −10% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $560 – $1,950 | −7% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $940 – $3,800 | −5% |
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Gutters in Winchester: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Winchester?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,150 to $3,850 in the Winchester area. A standard-spec job lands at $1,950 to $3,000. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Winchester?
About $7.10 to $22.50 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 Winchester or Hagerstown?
Hagerstown is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,650, which is 8% more than Winchester ($2,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Winchester?
About 34% at the midpoint, or $840 out of $2,500. Materials are 62% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Winchester?
$1,150 to $3,850. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Winchester?
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 Winchester area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Winchester expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Virginia?
Winchester is 5% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($2,600 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Winchester?
The BLS median is $21.59 an hour in the Winchester area, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.59 to $24.90.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Winchester?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,150 to $2,200 and premium work $2,750 to $3,850. 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 Winchester?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through December. February 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 Winchester
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.