Metal roof cost in Utica, NY
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $10,600 – $33,400
- Per sq ft of roof
- $5.25 – $16.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #98
- 1 = most expensive
A metal roof in Utica, NY usually costs $10,600 to $33,400 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. That works out to about $5.25 to $16.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $660 more. Roofers earn a median of $29.36 an hour in the Utica area, 10% above the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Utica, NY, standard level
$17,400 to $26,500
About $8.60 to $13 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 58% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,200 | $11,800 |
| Labor | $11,000 | $14,400 |
| Permits and fees | $240 | $370 |
| Total | $17,400 | $26,500 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Utica, NY
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,000 | $8,950 | $16,000 | 41% |
| Labor | $8,500 | $12,700 | $17,000 | 58% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $300 | $460 | 1% |
| Total | $10,600 | $22,000 | $33,400 | 100% |
Where the Utica 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, Utica wages are 1.06 times the national level. Labor makes up about 58% of the midpoint estimate (56% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Utica is at 99.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $9,000 nationally becomes $8,950 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 92.7: $140 to $460.
Utica against nearby metros and the rest of New York
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Kingston is the priciest of the group at $23,200. Pittsfield is the cheapest at $21,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NYthis page | $10,600 – $33,400 | $22,000 | |
| Syracuse, NY55 miles | $10,800 – $33,800 | $22,300 | +2% |
| Albany, NY75 miles | $11,200 – $34,600 | $22,900 | +4% |
| Binghamton, NY90 miles | $10,700 – $33,500 | $22,100 | +1% |
| Kingston, NY105 miles | $11,400 – $35,000 | $23,200 | +5% |
| Pittsfield, MA120 miles | $10,200 – $32,300 | $21,200 | −3% |
| New York (statewide) | $11,800 – $36,800 | $24,300 | +11% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | −3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Utica ranks #98 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Utica is 10% below the New York figure.
Elsewhere in New York
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York, NY | 9,492,000 jobs | $13,100 – $39,700 | $26,400 | +20% |
| Buffalo, NY | 534,550 jobs | $11,200 – $34,600 | $22,900 | +4% |
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $10,800 – $33,700 | $22,200 | +1% |
| Albany, NY | 449,410 jobs | $11,200 – $34,600 | $22,900 | +4% |
| Syracuse, NY | 300,130 jobs | $10,800 – $33,800 | $22,300 | +2% |
| Poughkeepsie, NY | 268,970 jobs | $11,400 – $36,200 | $23,800 | +8% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Utica against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $9,200 – $30,100 | $19,700 | −11% |
| Longview, TX | 118,060 jobs | $7,700 – $26,900 | $17,300 | −21% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $8,350 – $28,500 | $18,400 | −16% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $8,200 – $28,100 | $18,200 | −17% |
Metal roof: what moves the price in Utica
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.
Utica: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Utica. 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
$10,600 to $19,700
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$17,400 to $26,500
Standing seam steel
Premium
$24,300 to $33,400
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $6,400 – $11,900 | $10,600 – $16,100 | $14,700 – $20,200 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $10,600 – $19,700 | $17,400 – $26,500 | $24,300 – $33,400 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $14,800 – $27,500 | $24,300 – $37,000 | $33,800 – $46,500 |
Utica 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, Utica Oneida Co Ap (10 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 Utica are April through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, 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.
Utica gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, August and October (4.7 inches in August). Inside the workable window, September and November are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 5 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 | 30 | 14 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 32 | 15 | 2.3 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 23 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 35 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 68 | 46 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 76 | 55 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 81 | 60 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 79 | 58 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 72 | 51 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 41 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 46 | 31 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 35 | 21 | 3.6 | Cold |
What local crews earn in Utica
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 Utica the blend is 1.06.
Roofers (47-2181), 70% of the weighting: a median of $29.36 an hour, 10% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $23.40 and $35.47 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 6.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $27.16 an hour, 9% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $23.10 and $36.50 an hour. About 40 work in the metro. That is 3.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.90 an hour, which is 5% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.66 and $30.48 an hour. BLS counts 550 of them working in the area, 46.5 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 $1,950 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,900. That is a swing of roughly 8.5% to 8.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Utica-Rome has 118,390 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 185th 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% | $23.40 | $29.36 | $35.47 | $26.65 | 1.10 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $23.10 | $27.16 | $36.50 | $29.71 | 0.91 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $21.66 | $23.90 | $30.48 | $22.66 | 1.05 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Utica
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Utica wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, roof replacement comes out highest (+5%) and vinyl siding lowest (level); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,500 – $13,100 | +5% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,200 | level |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | +2% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,400 – $25,100 | level |
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Metal roof in Utica: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Utica?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $10,600 to $33,400 in the Utica area. A standard-spec job lands at $17,400 to $26,500. 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 Utica?
About $5.25 to $16.50 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 Utica or Syracuse?
Syracuse is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $22,300, which is 2% more than Utica ($22,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Utica?
About 58% at the midpoint, or $12,700 out of $22,000. Materials are 41% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Utica?
$10,600 to $33,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Utica?
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 Utica area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Utica expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of New York?
Utica is 10% below the New York statewide estimate ($24,300 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in New York; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Utica?
The BLS median is $29.36 an hour in the Utica area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.40 to $35.47.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Utica?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $10,600 to $19,700 and premium work $24,300 to $33,400. 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 Utica?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. September 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 Utica
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.