Metal roof cost in Pueblo, CO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $8,800 – $29,300
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.35 – $14.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #231
- 1 = most expensive
A metal roof in Pueblo, CO usually costs $8,800 to $29,300 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. That works out to about $4.35 to $14.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $2,300 less. Roofers earn a median of $22.35 an hour in the Pueblo area, 16% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Pueblo, CO, standard level
$14,900 to $23,100
About $7.35 to $11.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,950 | $11,300 |
| Labor | $8,750 | $11,500 |
| Permits and fees | $230 | $360 |
| Total | $14,900 | $23,100 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Pueblo, CO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $8,650 | $15,400 | 45% |
| Labor | $6,750 | $10,100 | $13,500 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $300 | $460 | 2% |
| Total | $8,800 | $19,000 | $29,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Pueblo number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: roofers at 70%, sheet metal workers at 20%, construction laborers at 10%. Weighted together, Pueblo wages are 0.84 times the national level. Labor makes up about 53% of the midpoint estimate (56% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Pueblo 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 91.8: $140 to $460.
What local crews earn in Pueblo
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 Pueblo the blend is 0.84.
Roofers (47-2181), 70% of the weighting: a median of $22.35 an hour, 16% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.22 and $24.34 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 8.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $23.54 an hour, 21% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.00 and $37.19 an hour. About 60 work in the metro. That is 9.7 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 $21.89 an hour, which is 3% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.58 and $27.69 an hour. BLS counts 530 of them working in the area, 85.8 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 $630 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $40. That is a swing of roughly 0.2% to 3.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Pueblo has 61,780 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 281st 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% | $22.22 | $22.35 | $24.34 | $26.65 | 0.84 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.00 | $23.54 | $37.19 | $29.71 | 0.79 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $19.58 | $21.89 | $27.69 | $22.66 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.84 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Pueblo
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Pueblo wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (−2%) and roof replacement lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,400 – $11,300 | −10% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,150 – $3,900 | −8% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $3,900 | −2% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,900 – $23,800 | −6% |
Pueblo weather and the metal roof calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Pueblo Mem 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 Pueblo are September through June: 10 of 12. Outside them, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Pueblo gets about 12 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 28 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, July and August (2.1 inches in August). Inside the workable window, January and December are the driest, at 0.3 and 0.3 inches. The station averages about 72 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 | 48 | 15 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Feb | 51 | 19 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 61 | 27 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 67 | 35 | 1.6 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 46 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 55 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 93 | 61 | 1.9 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 59 | 2.1 | Hot |
| Sep | 83 | 50 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 36 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 57 | 24 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Dec | 48 | 16 | 0.3 | Workable |
Pueblo: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Pueblo. 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
$8,800 to $17,000
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$14,900 to $23,100
Standing seam steel
Premium
$21,100 to $29,300
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $5,350 – $10,300 | $9,050 – $14,000 | $12,800 – $17,800 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $8,800 – $17,000 | $14,900 – $23,100 | $21,100 – $29,300 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $12,300 – $23,700 | $20,800 – $32,300 | $29,400 – $40,800 |
Is Pueblo cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Pueblo. Colorado Springs comes closest at about $19,600.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo, COthis page | $8,800 – $29,300 | $19,000 | |
| Colorado Springs, CO50 miles | $9,100 – $30,000 | $19,600 | +3% |
| Denver, CO90 miles | $10,200 – $32,800 | $21,500 | +13% |
| Boulder, CO140 miles | $10,000 – $31,700 | $20,900 | +10% |
| Greeley, CO165 miles | $9,200 – $30,100 | $19,700 | +3% |
| Fort Collins, CO180 miles | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | +3% |
| Colorado (statewide) | $9,650 – $31,400 | $20,500 | +8% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Pueblo ranks #231 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Pueblo is 7% 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 | +13% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $9,100 – $30,000 | $19,600 | +3% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $10,000 – $31,700 | $20,900 | +10% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | +3% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $9,200 – $30,100 | $19,700 | +3% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pueblo against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 jobs | $8,350 – $28,400 | $18,400 | −3% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $8,800 – $29,400 | $19,100 | level |
| Vineland, NJ | 62,300 jobs | $13,700 – $39,600 | $26,600 | +40% |
| Decatur, AL | 61,240 jobs | $8,600 – $28,900 | $18,800 | −2% |
Why two Pueblo quotes can differ
Other metals
Tin runs $600-$1,800 per roofing square (100 sq ft) installed and aluminum $700-$1,700 per square (HomeGuide).
Panel type
Corrugated sheet metal is $5-$12 per sq ft installed; standing seam is $9-$16 (HomeGuide).
Metal and gauge
Galvalume and galvanized steel are budget-friendly; copper and zinc are the top of the range.
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Metal roof in Pueblo: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Pueblo?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $8,800 to $29,300 in the Pueblo area. A standard-spec job lands at $14,900 to $23,100. 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 Pueblo?
About $4.35 to $14.50 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $140 to $460 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Pueblo or Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $19,600, which is 3% more than Pueblo ($19,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pueblo?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $10,100 out of $19,000. Materials are 45% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Pueblo?
$8,800 to $29,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Pueblo?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $460 for fees in the Pueblo area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pueblo expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Colorado?
Pueblo is 7% 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 Pueblo?
The BLS median is $22.35 an hour in the Pueblo area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.22 to $24.34.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Pueblo?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $8,800 to $17,000 and premium work $21,100 to $29,300. 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 Pueblo?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. January and December 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 Pueblo
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.