Metal roof cost in Bloomington, IL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $13,200 – $37,700
- Per sq ft of roof
- $6.50 – $18.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +19%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #13
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a metal roof in the Bloomington area: $13,200 to $37,700 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 19% higher than the US figure. Roofers earn a median of $37.45 an hour in the Bloomington area, 41% above the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Bloomington, IL, standard level
$20,500 to $30,400
About $10 to $15 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 66% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,800 | $11,000 |
| Labor | $14,500 | $18,900 |
| Permits and fees | $240 | $370 |
| Total | $20,500 | $30,400 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Bloomington, IL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,850 | $8,450 | $15,000 | 33% |
| Labor | $11,100 | $16,700 | $22,300 | 66% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $300 | $470 | 1% |
| Total | $13,200 | $25,400 | $37,700 | 100% |
Where the Bloomington price comes from
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, Bloomington wages are 1.39 times the national level. Labor makes up about 66% of the midpoint estimate (56% at national prices). BLS does not publish this trade for the metro, so we used the Illinois statewide median.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Bloomington is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $9,000 nationally becomes $8,450 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.5: $140 to $470.
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 Bloomington. The wage table below marks each row.
Metal roof: what moves the price in Bloomington
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).
Panel type
Corrugated sheet metal is $5-$12 per sq ft installed; standing seam is $9-$16 (HomeGuide).
What nearby projects cost in Bloomington
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Bloomington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+21%) and attic insulation lowest (level); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $7,700 – $14,900 | +21% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,500 – $4,550 | +10% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,000 | level |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,300 – $27,800 | +11% |
Who does the work: Bloomington 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 Bloomington the blend is 1.39.
Roofers (47-2181) carry 70% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Bloomington metro, so we used the Illinois statewide median: $37.45 an hour against $26.65 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $27.81 and $49.54 an hour.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 20% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Bloomington metro, so we used the Illinois statewide median: $41.65 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $28.56 and $50.64 an hour.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 10%) the local median is $29.16 an hour, which is 29% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.23 and $37.49 an hour. BLS counts 380 of them working in the area, 43.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (roofers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $3,800 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $3,050. That is a swing of roughly 11.9% to 15.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Bloomington has 88,110 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 222nd 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% | $27.81 | $37.45 | $49.54 | $26.65 | 1.41 | state |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $28.56 | $41.65 | $50.64 | $29.71 | 1.40 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $21.23 | $29.16 | $37.49 | $22.66 | 1.29 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.39 | |||||
Bloomington: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Bloomington. 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
$13,200 to $23,000
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$20,500 to $30,400
Standing seam steel
Premium
$27,900 to $37,700
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $7,950 – $13,900 | $12,400 – $18,400 | $16,900 – $22,800 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $13,200 – $23,000 | $20,500 – $30,400 | $27,900 – $37,700 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $18,400 – $32,100 | $28,600 – $42,400 | $38,900 – $52,600 |
The best months for metal roof in Bloomington
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Normal 4Ne (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 Bloomington 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.
Bloomington gets about 39 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 20 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.8 inches in May). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.6 and 2.8 inches. The station averages about 26 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 | 33 | 16 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 38 | 19 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Mar | 50 | 28 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 38 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 50 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 60 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 63 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 61 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 53 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 42 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 31 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 38 | 21 | 2.3 | Cold |
Bloomington against nearby metros and the rest of Illinois
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Bloomington. Lafayette is the lowest at about $19,200 (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof), 95 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, ILthis page | $13,200 – $37,700 | $25,400 | |
| Champaign, IL35 miles | $11,500 – $34,400 | $23,000 | −10% |
| Peoria, IL40 miles | $13,100 – $37,600 | $25,300 | level |
| Springfield, IL65 miles | $13,300 – $37,900 | $25,600 | +1% |
| Lafayette, IN95 miles | $8,950 – $29,400 | $19,200 | −25% |
| Chicago, IL100 miles | $14,100 – $41,300 | $27,700 | +9% |
| Illinois (statewide) | $13,400 – $39,400 | $26,400 | +4% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | −16% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Bloomington ranks #13 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Bloomington is 4% below the Illinois figure.
Elsewhere in Illinois
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 4,513,280 jobs | $14,100 – $41,300 | $27,700 | +9% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $13,100 – $37,600 | $25,300 | level |
| Rockford, IL | 137,650 jobs | $11,600 – $34,700 | $23,100 | −9% |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 jobs | $11,500 – $34,400 | $23,000 | −10% |
| Springfield, IL | 100,810 jobs | $13,300 – $37,900 | $25,600 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bloomington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $8,700 – $29,100 | $18,900 | −26% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $8,800 – $29,000 | $18,900 | −26% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $9,650 – $32,100 | $20,900 | −18% |
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $7,850 – $27,200 | $17,500 | −31% |
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Metal roof in Bloomington: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Bloomington?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $13,200 to $37,700 in the Bloomington area. A standard-spec job lands at $20,500 to $30,400. 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 Bloomington?
About $6.50 to $18.50 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $140 to $470 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Bloomington or Champaign?
Champaign is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $23,000, which is 10% less than Bloomington ($25,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bloomington?
About 66% at the midpoint, or $16,700 out of $25,400. Materials are 33% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Bloomington?
$13,200 to $37,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Bloomington?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $470 for fees in the Bloomington area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bloomington expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Illinois?
Bloomington is 4% below the Illinois statewide estimate ($26,400 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Illinois; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Bloomington?
BLS has no published metro figure here, so we use the statewide median of $37.45 an hour, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.81 to $49.54.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Bloomington?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $13,200 to $23,000 and premium work $27,900 to $37,700. 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 Bloomington?
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.
Metal roof near Bloomington
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.