Gutters cost in Morgantown, WV
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,250 – $4,150
- Per linear ft
- $7.95 – $24.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #126
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new gutters in the Morgantown area: $1,250 to $4,150 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 lands close to the US figure. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.3).
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Morgantown, WV, standard level
$2,150 to $3,250
About $13 to $19.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 40% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,900 |
| Labor | $900 | $1,250 |
| Permits and fees | $55 | $130 |
| Total | $2,150 | $3,250 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Morgantown, WV
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $620 | $1,550 | $2,450 | 57% |
| Labor | $660 | $1,050 | $1,500 | 40% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $95 | $190 | 3% |
| Total | $1,250 | $2,700 | $4,150 | 100% |
Why Morgantown prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on sheet metal workers, who do 40% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $34.81 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Morgantown is 1.03 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 40% of the total. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the West Virginia statewide median.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Morgantown is at 96.3 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 93.3: $0 to $190.
Data note: 70% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Morgantown. The wage table below marks each row.
Gutters: what moves the price in Morgantown
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).
How Morgantown compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Morgantown. Winchester is the lowest at about $2,500 (midpoint, 160 linear ft), 75 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morgantown, WVthis page | $1,250 – $4,150 | $2,700 | |
| Wheeling, WV65 miles | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +3% |
| Pittsburgh, PA65 miles | $1,250 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +1% |
| Winchester, VA75 miles | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −8% |
| Harrisonburg, VA85 miles | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −6% |
| Hagerstown, MD95 miles | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,650 | −1% |
| West Virginia (statewide) | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | level |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Morgantown ranks #126 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Morgantown is 0% above the West Virginia figure.
Elsewhere in West Virginia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington, WV | 140,740 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,700 | level |
| Charleston, WV | 103,450 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | level |
| Wheeling, WV | 58,130 jobs | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Morgantown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −8% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $1,150 – $3,900 | $2,550 | −6% |
| Burlington, NC | 67,830 jobs | $1,150 – $3,850 | $2,500 | −7% |
| Missoula, MT | 67,070 jobs | $1,300 – $4,150 | $2,750 | +1% |
Who does the work: Morgantown 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 Morgantown the blend is 1.03.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 40% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Morgantown metro, so we used the West Virginia statewide median: $34.81 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $22.55 and $35.78 an hour.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Morgantown metro, so we used the West Virginia statewide median: $24.60 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $17.44 and $32.09 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $21.32 an hour, which is 6% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.14 and $24.01 an hour. BLS counts 660 of them working in the area, 98.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (sheet metal workers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $15 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $170. That is a swing of roughly 6.4% to 0.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Morgantown has 67,370 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 268th 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% | $22.55 | $34.81 | $35.78 | $29.71 | 1.17 | state |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $17.44 | $24.60 | $32.09 | $26.65 | 0.92 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $17.14 | $21.32 | $24.01 | $22.66 | 0.94 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.03 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Morgantown?
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Morgantown wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, metal roof comes out highest (−3%) and attic insulation lowest (−11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,700 – $11,800 | −6% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $9,850 – $31,500 | −3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,750 – $23,300 | −8% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $560 – $1,950 | −7% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $860 – $3,600 | −11% |
Cost by quality level and size in Morgantown
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Morgantown. 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
$1,250 to $2,400
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,150 to $3,250
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,000 to $4,150
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $960 – $1,850 | $1,600 – $2,500 | $2,250 – $3,150 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,250 – $2,400 | $2,150 – $3,250 | $3,000 – $4,150 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $1,900 – $3,600 | $3,150 – $4,850 | $4,450 – $6,100 |
The best months for gutters in Morgantown
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Morgantown Hart Fld (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 Morgantown 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.
Morgantown gets about 43 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.9 inches in July). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.1 and 3.0 inches. The station averages about 13 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 | 40 | 24 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Feb | 44 | 26 | 2.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 53 | 33 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 42 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 52 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 60 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 64 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 63 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 56 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 45 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 36 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 44 | 29 | 3.2 | Cold |
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Gutters in Morgantown: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Morgantown?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,250 to $4,150 in the Morgantown area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,150 to $3,250. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Morgantown?
About $7.95 to $24.50 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 Morgantown or Wheeling?
Wheeling is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,750, which is 3% more than Morgantown ($2,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Morgantown?
About 40% at the midpoint, or $1,050 out of $2,700. Materials are 57% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Morgantown?
$1,250 to $4,150. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Morgantown?
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 Morgantown area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Morgantown expensive for gutters compared with the rest of West Virginia?
Morgantown is 0% above the West Virginia statewide estimate ($2,700 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in West Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Morgantown?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $34.81 an hour, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.55 to $35.78.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Morgantown?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,250 to $2,400 and premium work $3,000 to $4,150. 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 Morgantown?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. October 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 Morgantown
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.