Metal roof cost in Greeley, CO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $9,200 – $30,100
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.50 – $15
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #166
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a metal roof in the Greeley area: $9,200 to $30,100 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 8% lower than the US figure. Roofers earn a median of $24.01 an hour in the Greeley area, 10% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Greeley, CO, standard level
$15,500 to $23,800
About $7.60 to $11.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 54% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,950 | $11,300 |
| Labor | $9,250 | $12,100 |
| Permits and fees | $260 | $400 |
| Total | $15,500 | $23,800 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Greeley, CO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $8,650 | $15,400 | 44% |
| Labor | $7,100 | $10,700 | $14,200 | 54% |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $330 | $500 | 2% |
| Total | $9,200 | $19,700 | $30,100 | 100% |
Where the Greeley price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on roofers, who do 70% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $24.01 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Greeley is 0.89 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 54% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Greeley is at 96.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $9,000 nationally becomes $8,650 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 100.2: $150 to $500.
Cost by quality level and size in Greeley
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Greeley. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small (1,200 sq ft of roof) to large (2,800 sq ft of roof).
Basic
$9,200 to $17,600
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$15,500 to $23,800
Standing seam steel
Premium
$21,700 to $30,100
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $5,600 – $10,700 | $9,400 – $14,500 | $13,200 – $18,300 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $9,200 – $17,600 | $15,500 – $23,800 | $21,700 – $30,100 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $12,800 – $24,500 | $21,600 – $33,200 | $30,300 – $42,000 |
Who does the work: Greeley 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 Greeley the blend is 0.89.
Roofers (47-2181), 70% of the weighting: a median of $24.01 an hour, 10% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.87 and $29.06 an hour. About 250 work in the metro. That is 20.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $24.05 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.68 and $29.28 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 10.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.19 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.97 and $26.19 an hour. BLS counts 1,430 of them working in the area, 119.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (roofers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,600 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $360. That is a swing of roughly 1.8% to 8.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Greeley has 119,540 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 184th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 70% | $22.87 | $24.01 | $29.06 | $26.65 | 0.90 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.68 | $24.05 | $29.28 | $29.71 | 0.81 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $19.97 | $22.19 | $26.19 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.89 | |||||
Why two Greeley quotes can differ
Metal and gauge
Galvalume and galvanized steel are budget-friendly; copper and zinc are the top of the range.
Labor
Metal roof labor is $4-$8 per sq ft, or $400-$800 per roofing square, and standing seam needs specialist crews.
Other metals
Tin runs $600-$1,800 per roofing square (100 sq ft) installed and aluminum $700-$1,700 per square (HomeGuide).
The best months for metal roof in Greeley
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Greeley Unc (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 Greeley are February through June and August through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F, and July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January 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.
Greeley gets about 15 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 35 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (2.6 inches in May). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 0.5 and 0.7 inches. The station averages about 58 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 | 44 | 18 | 0.5 | Cold |
| Feb | 48 | 20 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Mar | 59 | 28 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 66 | 35 | 1.8 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 45 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 86 | 54 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 59 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 57 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 82 | 49 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 68 | 37 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 26 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 43 | 18 | 0.6 | Cold |
Related projects, priced for Greeley
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Greeley wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (−2%) and roof replacement lowest (−7%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,650 – $11,700 | −7% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | −7% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $3,900 | −2% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,000 – $24,000 | −5% |
Is Greeley cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Denver is the priciest of the group at $21,500. Cheyenne is the cheapest at $18,900.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley, COthis page | $9,200 – $30,100 | $19,700 | |
| Cheyenne, WY55 miles | $8,700 – $29,100 | $18,900 | −4% |
| Fort Collins, CO60 miles | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | level |
| Boulder, CO60 miles | $10,000 – $31,700 | $20,900 | +6% |
| Denver, CO80 miles | $10,200 – $32,800 | $21,500 | +10% |
| Colorado Springs, CO120 miles | $9,100 – $30,000 | $19,600 | −1% |
| Colorado (statewide) | $9,650 – $31,400 | $20,500 | +4% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +8% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Greeley ranks #166 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Greeley is 4% below the Colorado figure.
Elsewhere in Colorado
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 1,609,350 jobs | $10,200 – $32,800 | $21,500 | +10% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $9,100 – $30,000 | $19,600 | −1% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $10,000 – $31,700 | $20,900 | +6% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | level |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | level |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $8,800 – $29,300 | $19,000 | −3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Greeley against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $8,350 – $28,500 | $18,400 | −6% |
| Utica, NY | 118,390 jobs | $10,600 – $33,400 | $22,000 | +12% |
| Burlington, VT | 120,150 jobs | $10,500 – $32,800 | $21,700 | +10% |
| Longview, TX | 118,060 jobs | $7,700 – $26,900 | $17,300 | −12% |
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Metal roof in Greeley: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Greeley?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $9,200 to $30,100 in the Greeley area. A standard-spec job lands at $15,500 to $23,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft of roof and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft of roof for metal roof in Greeley?
About $4.50 to $15 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $150 to $500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Greeley or Cheyenne?
Cheyenne is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $18,900, which is 4% less than Greeley ($19,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Greeley?
About 54% at the midpoint, or $10,700 out of $19,700. Materials are 44% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Greeley?
$9,200 to $30,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Greeley?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $150 to $500 for fees in the Greeley area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Greeley expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Colorado?
Greeley is 4% below the Colorado statewide estimate ($20,500 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Colorado; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Greeley?
The BLS median is $24.01 an hour in the Greeley area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.87 to $29.06.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Greeley?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $9,200 to $17,600 and premium work $21,700 to $30,100. Basic means: corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels. Premium means: aluminum or premium finish, complex roof.
+When is the best time to install a metal roof in Greeley?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and August through November. 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.
Metal roof near Greeley
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 a Metal Roof Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (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 HomeGuide's $4-$8/sq ft labor range for metal roofs.