Metal roof cost in Pittsfield, MA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $10,200 – $32,300
- Per sq ft of roof
- $5.05 – $16
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #112
- 1 = most expensive
Pittsfield homeowners pay roughly $10,200 to $32,300 to install a metal roof at 2,000 sq ft of roof, or $5.05 to $16 per sq ft of roof (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Pittsfield is almost level. Building materials run about 3% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 97.0).
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Pittsfield, MA, standard level
$16,800 to $25,600
About $8.30 to $12.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,000 | $11,400 |
| Labor | $10,600 | $13,800 |
| Permits and fees | $240 | $380 |
| Total | $16,800 | $25,600 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Pittsfield, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,950 | $8,750 | $15,500 | 41% |
| Labor | $8,150 | $12,200 | $16,300 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $310 | $480 | 1% |
| Total | $10,200 | $21,200 | $32,300 | 100% |
Where the Pittsfield price comes from
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 Pittsfield the blended ratio comes out at 1.02.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Pittsfield metro is 97.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,000 sq ft of roof comes to $8,750, compared with $9,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (95.1) and land at $140 to $480.
Pittsfield against nearby metros and the rest of Massachusetts
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Pittsfield. Waterbury comes closest at about $22,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield, MAthis page | $10,200 – $32,300 | $21,200 | |
| Amherst, MA30 miles | $12,400 – $36,600 | $24,500 | +15% |
| Springfield, MA35 miles | $12,800 – $37,500 | $25,200 | +19% |
| Albany, NY45 miles | $11,200 – $34,600 | $22,900 | +8% |
| Hartford, CT60 miles | $11,700 – $35,300 | $23,500 | +11% |
| Waterbury, CT60 miles | $10,900 – $33,800 | $22,400 | +5% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $12,700 – $37,400 | $25,100 | +18% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | level |
Across 300 US metros, Pittsfield comes in at #112 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, Pittsfield is 15% below the Massachusetts figure.
Other Massachusetts metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $12,100 – $36,300 | $24,200 | +14% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 jobs | $15,800 – $43,400 | $29,600 | +39% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $12,800 – $37,500 | $25,200 | +19% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $12,600 – $37,000 | $24,800 | +17% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $12,400 – $36,600 | $24,500 | +15% |
Cities with a workforce like Pittsfield's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pittsfield against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Gorda, FL | 57,530 jobs | $8,950 – $29,600 | $19,300 | −9% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $8,900 – $29,500 | $19,200 | −10% |
| Texarkana, TX | 57,580 jobs | $8,550 – $28,500 | $18,500 | −13% |
| Cheyenne, WY | 48,470 jobs | $8,700 – $29,100 | $18,900 | −11% |
When to schedule metal roof in Pittsfield
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Pittsfield Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Pittsfield (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March 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.
Pittsfield gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, September and October (4.6 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.5 inches. The station averages about 3 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 | 30 | 14 | 2.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 33 | 15 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 42 | 23 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 34 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 75 | 53 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 79 | 58 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 78 | 57 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 70 | 49 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 39 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 29 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Dec | 36 | 21 | 3.6 | Cold |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Pittsfield is 1.02 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 70%) the local median is $27.05 an hour, which is in line with the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $27.05 and $34.50 an hour. BLS counts 30 of them working in the area, 5.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 20%) the local median is $28.92 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.58 and $36.65 an hour. BLS counts 50 of them working in the area, 8.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 10% of the weighting: a median of $25.06 an hour, 11% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.32 and $30.23 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 61.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the roofers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($34.50 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $2,350. At the 25th percentile ($27.05) it shrinks by about $0. The total moves by 11.1% or 0.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 56,810 jobs in the Pittsfield area. That makes it the 298th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 70% | $27.05 | $27.05 | $34.50 | $26.65 | 1.02 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.58 | $28.92 | $36.65 | $29.71 | 0.97 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $21.32 | $25.06 | $30.23 | $22.66 | 1.11 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.02 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Pittsfield?
Because every project leans on different trades, Pittsfield's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, vinyl siding runs +1% and attic insulation −1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,150 – $12,500 | +1% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,150 | −1% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $990 – $3,950 | −1% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,500 – $25,500 | +1% |
Cost by quality level and size in Pittsfield
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Pittsfield 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
$10,200 to $19,000
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$16,800 to $25,600
Standing seam steel
Premium
$23,400 to $32,300
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $6,200 – $11,500 | $10,200 – $15,500 | $14,200 – $19,500 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $10,200 – $19,000 | $16,800 – $25,600 | $23,400 – $32,300 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $14,200 – $26,500 | $23,500 – $35,700 | $32,700 – $45,000 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Pittsfield bid
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.
Labor
Metal roof labor is $4-$8 per sq ft, or $400-$800 per roofing square, and standing seam needs specialist crews.
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Metal roof in Pittsfield: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Pittsfield?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $10,200 to $32,300 in the Pittsfield area. A standard-spec job lands at $16,800 to $25,600. 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 Pittsfield?
About $5.05 to $16 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $140 to $480 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Pittsfield or Amherst?
Amherst is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $24,500, which is 15% more than Pittsfield ($21,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pittsfield?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $12,200 out of $21,200. Materials are 41% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Pittsfield?
$10,200 to $32,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Pittsfield?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $480 for fees in the Pittsfield area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pittsfield expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Pittsfield is 15% below the Massachusetts statewide estimate ($25,100 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Massachusetts; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Pittsfield?
The BLS median is $27.05 an hour in the Pittsfield area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.05 to $34.50.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Pittsfield?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $10,200 to $19,000 and premium work $23,400 to $32,300. 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 Pittsfield?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. April 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 Pittsfield
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.