Gutters cost in Kenosha, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (160 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $4,550
- Per linear ft
- $8.80 – $27.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +9%
- US $2,750
- Rank of 300 metros
- #44
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new gutters in the Kenosha area: $1,400 to $4,550 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% higher than the US figure. Sheet metal workers earn a median of $37.38 an hour in the Kenosha area, 26% above the US median of $29.71.
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Estimated cost for 160 linear ft in Kenosha, WI, standard level
$2,350 to $3,600
About $14.50 to $21.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 40% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $2,100 |
| Labor | $1,000 | $1,350 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $140 |
| Total | $2,350 | $3,600 |
Cost breakdown for 160 linear ft in Kenosha, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $680 | $1,700 | $2,700 | 57% |
| Labor | $730 | $1,200 | $1,650 | 40% |
| Permits and fees | $0 | $100 | $200 | 3% |
| Total | $1,400 | $3,000 | $4,550 | 100% |
What is behind the Kenosha number
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 $37.38 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Kenosha is 1.14 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 40% of the total. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Kenosha is at 106.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,600 nationally becomes $1,700 here (midpoint, 160 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 101.1: $0 to $200.
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 Kenosha. The wage table below marks each row.
How Kenosha compares
Same job, same size (160 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Chicago is the priciest of the group at $3,350. Janesville is the cheapest at $2,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WIthis page | $1,400 – $4,550 | $3,000 | |
| Racine, WI15 miles | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | −6% |
| Milwaukee, WI20 miles | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,850 | −5% |
| Chicago, IL55 miles | $1,600 – $5,050 | $3,350 | +11% |
| Janesville, WI60 miles | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | −7% |
| Rockford, IL60 miles | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,850 | −4% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,850 | −5% |
| United States | $1,300 – $4,200 | $2,750 | −8% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Kenosha ranks #44 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Kenosha is 6% above the Wisconsin figure.
Elsewhere in Wisconsin
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,850 | −5% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | −6% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | −6% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $1,400 – $4,350 | $2,900 | −4% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $1,250 – $4,100 | $2,700 | −10% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $1,350 – $4,250 | $2,800 | −7% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kenosha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $1,250 – $4,050 | $2,650 | −12% |
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $1,100 – $3,700 | $2,400 | −20% |
| Racine, WI | 76,280 jobs | $1,350 – $4,300 | $2,800 | −6% |
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $1,250 – $4,000 | $2,650 | −12% |
Cost by quality level and size in Kenosha
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Kenosha. 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
$1,400 to $2,650
Vinyl or sectional aluminum, single story
Standard
$2,350 to $3,600
Seamless aluminum K-style, standard downspouts
Premium
$3,300 to $4,550
Steel or copper, two stories, custom length
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small house (120 linear ft) | $1,050 – $2,050 | $1,800 – $2,750 | $2,500 – $3,500 |
| average house (160 linear ft) | $1,400 – $2,650 | $2,350 – $3,600 | $3,300 – $4,550 |
| large house (240 linear ft) | $2,100 – $3,950 | $3,500 – $5,350 | $4,900 – $6,750 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Kenosha bid
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).
Seamless
Seamless costs $3-$5+ more per linear foot than sectional, but has fewer places to leak.
Planning more than one job in Kenosha?
Jobs that often go together with gutters are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Kenosha wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, French drain comes out highest (+16%) and attic insulation lowest (+5%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,500 – $13,300 | +6% |
| Metal roof | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $11,100 – $35,200 | +9% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,850 – $26,500 | +5% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $700 – $2,450 | +16% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,200 | +5% |
The best months for gutters in Kenosha
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Kenosha Rgnl 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 Kenosha 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.
Kenosha gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, June and August (3.7 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.0 and 2.0 inches. The station averages about 11 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 | 31 | 16 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 35 | 19 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 45 | 28 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 57 | 37 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 47 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 57 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 62 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 61 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 53 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 43 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 32 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 37 | 22 | 1.5 | Cold |
Who does the work: Kenosha 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 Kenosha the blend is 1.14.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 40% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kenosha metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $37.38 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $24.21 and $46.79 an hour.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 30% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kenosha metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $28.54 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.01 and $31.41 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $24.06 an hour, which is 6% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.67 and $29.45 an hour. BLS counts 340 of them working in the area, 45.1 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 $130 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $180. That is a swing of roughly 6.2% to 4.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Kenosha has 75,450 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 245th 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% | $24.21 | $37.38 | $46.79 | $29.71 | 1.26 | state |
| Roofers (47-2181) | 30% | $23.01 | $28.54 | $31.41 | $26.65 | 1.07 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $21.67 | $24.06 | $29.45 | $22.66 | 1.06 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.14 | |||||
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Gutters in Kenosha: your questions
+How much does it cost to install gutters in Kenosha?
For 160 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $4,550 in the Kenosha area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,350 to $3,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for gutters in Kenosha?
About $8.80 to $27.50 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 Kenosha or Racine?
Racine is 15 miles away. The midpoint for 160 linear ft there is $2,800, which is 6% less than Kenosha ($3,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kenosha?
About 40% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $3,000. Materials are 57% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 38%.
+What would average house (160 linear ft) cost in Kenosha?
$1,400 to $4,550. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does gutters need a permit in Kenosha?
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 Kenosha area (our national range of $0 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kenosha expensive for gutters compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Kenosha is 6% above the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($2,850 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do sheet metal workers earn in Kenosha?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $37.38 an hour, compared with $29.71 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.21 to $46.79.
+What do basic and premium gutters work cost in Kenosha?
For 160 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $2,650 and premium work $3,300 to $4,550. 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 Kenosha?
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 Kenosha
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.