Metal roof cost in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $9,950 – $31,700
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.90 – $15.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #123
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a metal roof in Coeur d'Alene, plan on $9,950 to $31,700 for 2,000 sq ft of roof, all in. Per sq ft of roof, that is $4.90 to $15.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.2).
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Coeur d'Alene, ID, standard level
$16,500 to $25,200
About $8.10 to $12.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,950 | $11,300 |
| Labor | $10,300 | $13,400 |
| Permits and fees | $250 | $390 |
| Total | $16,500 | $25,200 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Coeur d'Alene, ID
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $8,650 | $15,400 | 42% |
| Labor | $7,900 | $11,900 | $15,800 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $320 | $490 | 2% |
| Total | $9,950 | $20,800 | $31,700 | 100% |
What is behind the Coeur d'Alene number
Labor is 57% of the midpoint bill here, against 56% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is roofers (70%), sheet metal workers (20%), construction laborers (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Coeur d'Alene the blended ratio comes out at 0.99. BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Coeur d'Alene metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,000 sq ft of roof comes to $8,650, compared with $9,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (98.3) and land at $150 to $490.
Data note: 90% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Coeur d'Alene. The wage table below marks each row.
Cost by quality level and size in Coeur d'Alene
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Coeur d'Alene wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$9,950 to $18,700
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$16,500 to $25,200
Standing seam steel
Premium
$23,000 to $31,700
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $6,050 – $11,300 | $10,000 – $15,300 | $13,900 – $19,200 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $9,950 – $18,700 | $16,500 – $25,200 | $23,000 – $31,700 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $13,900 – $26,000 | $23,000 – $35,100 | $32,100 – $44,200 |
Coeur d'Alene labor market for metal roof
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Coeur d'Alene is 0.99 times the national level.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 70% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Coeur d'Alene metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median: $27.78 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $19.92 and $30.57 an hour.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 20% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Coeur d'Alene metro, so we used the Idaho statewide median: $22.29 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.09 and $36.24 an hour.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 10% of the weighting: a median of $24.48 an hour, 8% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.40 and $28.20 an hour. About 1,080 work in the metro. That is 149.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the roofers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($30.57 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $880. At the 25th percentile ($19.92) it shrinks by about $2,500. The total moves by 4.2% or 11.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 72,280 jobs in the Coeur d'Alene area. That makes it the 254th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 70% | $19.92 | $27.78 | $30.57 | $26.65 | 1.04 | state |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $18.09 | $22.29 | $36.24 | $29.71 | 0.75 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $21.40 | $24.48 | $28.20 | $22.66 | 1.08 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.99 | |||||
Metal roof: what moves the price in Coeur d'Alene
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).
Climate in Coeur d'Alene: timing your metal roof job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Coeur D'Alene (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through October is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Coeur d'Alene (8 of 12 months). January, February, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, November 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.
Coeur d'Alene gets about 25 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, November and December (3.5 inches in December). Inside the workable window, July and August are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.8 inches. The station averages about 18 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36 | 26 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 27 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 31 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 56 | 37 | 1.9 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 44 | 2.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 72 | 51 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 57 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 56 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 74 | 48 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 39 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 44 | 32 | 3.3 | Cold |
| Dec | 36 | 26 | 3.5 | Cold |
Planning more than one job in Coeur d'Alene?
Because every project leans on different trades, Coeur d'Alene's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, roof replacement runs +2% and attic insulation −6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,250 – $12,600 | +2% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $4,000 | −5% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $930 – $3,750 | −6% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,050 – $24,200 | −4% |
How Coeur d'Alene compares
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Seattle is the priciest of the group at $25,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coeur d'Alene, IDthis page | $9,950 – $31,700 | $20,800 | |
| Spokane, WA55 miles | $11,000 – $34,800 | $22,900 | +10% |
| Missoula, MT120 miles | $10,800 – $33,300 | $22,100 | +6% |
| Kennewick, WA150 miles | $11,700 – $36,200 | $24,000 | +15% |
| Yakima, WA210 miles | $10,800 – $34,400 | $22,600 | +9% |
| Seattle, WA240 miles | $12,600 – $37,900 | $25,200 | +21% |
| Idaho (statewide) | $9,900 – $31,600 | $20,700 | level |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +2% |
Across 300 US metros, Coeur d'Alene comes in at #123 from the top. The priciest is Worcester, MA at $29,600; the cheapest is Lubbock, TX at $17,000 (midpoints, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Statewide, Coeur d'Alene is 0% above the Idaho figure.
Other Idaho metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boise, ID | 391,790 jobs | $10,400 – $32,500 | $21,500 | +3% |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 jobs | $9,650 – $31,100 | $20,400 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Coeur d'Alene's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Coeur d'Alene against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $8,650 – $29,100 | $18,900 | −9% |
| Bangor, ME | 72,270 jobs | $9,250 – $30,400 | $19,800 | −5% |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $8,500 – $28,800 | $18,600 | −10% |
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 jobs | $11,300 – $34,300 | $22,800 | +10% |
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Metal roof in Coeur d'Alene: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Coeur d'Alene?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $9,950 to $31,700 in the Coeur d'Alene area. A standard-spec job lands at $16,500 to $25,200. 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 Coeur d'Alene?
About $4.90 to $15.50 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $150 to $490 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Coeur d'Alene or Spokane?
Spokane is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $22,900, which is 10% more than Coeur d'Alene ($20,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Coeur d'Alene?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $11,900 out of $20,800. Materials are 42% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Coeur d'Alene?
$9,950 to $31,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Coeur d'Alene?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $150 to $490 for fees in the Coeur d'Alene area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Coeur d'Alene expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Idaho?
Coeur d'Alene is 0% above the Idaho statewide estimate ($20,700 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Idaho; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Coeur d'Alene?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $27.78 an hour, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.92 to $30.57.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Coeur d'Alene?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $9,950 to $18,700 and premium work $23,000 to $31,700. 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 Coeur d'Alene?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through October. July and August 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 Coeur d'Alene
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.