Metal roof cost in Santa Fe, NM
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $8,800 – $29,400
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.35 – $14.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #229
- 1 = most expensive
Santa Fe homeowners pay roughly $8,800 to $29,400 to install a metal roof at 2,000 sq ft of roof, or $4.35 to $14.50 per sq ft of roof (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Santa Fe is 11% lower. Roofers earn a median of $21.68 an hour in the Santa Fe area, 19% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Santa Fe, NM, standard level
$15,000 to $23,200
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 | $250 | $390 |
| Total | $15,000 | $23,200 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Santa Fe, NM
| 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 | $150 | $320 | $490 | 2% |
| Total | $8,800 | $19,100 | $29,400 | 100% |
Why Santa Fe prices look the way they do
Labor is 53% 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 Santa Fe the blended ratio comes out at 0.84.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Santa Fe metro is 96.1 (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 (98.8) and land at $150 to $490.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Santa Fe. The wage table below marks each row.
Related projects, priced for Santa Fe
Because every project leans on different trades, Santa Fe's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs −4% and roof replacement −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,250 – $11,100 | −12% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,900 | −7% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $960 – $3,850 | −4% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,000 – $24,100 | −5% |
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 Santa Fe is 0.84 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 70%) the local median is $21.68 an hour, which is 19% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $17.61 and $23.34 an hour. BLS counts 140 of them working in the area, 22.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211) carry 20% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Santa Fe metro, so we used the New Mexico statewide median: $27.27 an hour against $29.71 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.00 and $38.05 an hour.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 10% of the weighting: a median of $20.18 an hour, 11% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.99 and $22.67 an hour. About 530 work in the metro. That is 85.8 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 ($23.34 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $520. At the 25th percentile ($17.61) it shrinks by about $1,300. The total moves by 2.7% or 6.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 61,770 jobs in the Santa Fe area. That makes it the 282nd 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% | $17.61 | $21.68 | $23.34 | $26.65 | 0.81 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $20.00 | $27.27 | $38.05 | $29.71 | 0.92 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $17.99 | $20.18 | $22.67 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.84 | |||||
Metal roof: what moves the price in Santa Fe
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.
Is Santa Fe cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Santa Fe. Las Cruces is the lowest at about $18,000 (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof), 225 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NMthis page | $8,800 – $29,400 | $19,100 | |
| Albuquerque, NM40 miles | $8,900 – $29,500 | $19,200 | +1% |
| Pueblo, CO200 miles | $8,800 – $29,300 | $19,000 | level |
| Las Cruces, NM225 miles | $8,100 – $27,900 | $18,000 | −6% |
| Amarillo, TX230 miles | $8,650 – $28,700 | $18,700 | −2% |
| Colorado Springs, CO240 miles | $9,100 – $30,000 | $19,600 | +2% |
| New Mexico (statewide) | $8,750 – $29,200 | $19,000 | level |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +12% |
Across 300 US metros, Santa Fe comes in at #229 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, Santa Fe is 0% above the New Mexico figure.
Other New Mexico metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 404,700 jobs | $8,900 – $29,500 | $19,200 | +1% |
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $8,100 – $27,900 | $18,000 | −6% |
Cities with a workforce like Santa Fe's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Santa Fe against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $8,800 – $29,300 | $19,000 | level |
| Decatur, AL | 61,240 jobs | $8,600 – $28,900 | $18,800 | −2% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 jobs | $8,350 – $28,400 | $18,400 | −4% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $8,400 – $28,500 | $18,500 | −3% |
When to schedule metal roof in Santa Fe
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Santa Fe 2 (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Santa Fe (10 of 12 months). January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
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.
Santa Fe gets about 13 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 20 inches of snow. The wettest months are July, August and September (2.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, February and April are the driest, at 0.5 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 24 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 | 43 | 18 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 48 | 21 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Mar | 57 | 26 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 64 | 32 | 0.6 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 41 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 50 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 55 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 54 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 47 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 35 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 24 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 43 | 18 | 0.8 | Cold |
Pick a size, pick a tier: metal roof pricing in Santa Fe
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Santa Fe 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
$8,800 to $17,000
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$15,000 to $23,200
Standing seam steel
Premium
$21,100 to $29,400
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $5,350 – $10,300 | $9,100 – $14,100 | $12,800 – $17,800 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $8,800 – $17,000 | $15,000 – $23,200 | $21,100 – $29,400 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $12,300 – $23,700 | $20,900 – $32,300 | $29,400 – $40,900 |
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Metal roof in Santa Fe: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Santa Fe?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $8,800 to $29,400 in the Santa Fe area. A standard-spec job lands at $15,000 to $23,200. 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 Santa Fe?
About $4.35 to $14.50 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 Santa Fe or Albuquerque?
Albuquerque is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $19,200, which is 1% more than Santa Fe ($19,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Santa Fe?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $10,100 out of $19,100. Materials are 45% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Santa Fe?
$8,800 to $29,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Santa Fe?
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 Santa Fe area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Santa Fe expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of New Mexico?
Santa Fe is 0% above the New Mexico statewide estimate ($19,000 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in New Mexico; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Santa Fe?
The BLS median is $21.68 an hour in the Santa Fe area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.61 to $23.34.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Santa Fe?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $8,800 to $17,000 and premium work $21,100 to $29,400. 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 Santa Fe?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through November. February and April 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 Santa Fe
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.