Metal roof cost in Youngstown, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $9,300 – $30,000
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.55 – $15
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #169
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a metal roof in Youngstown, plan on $9,300 to $30,000 for 2,000 sq ft of roof, all in. Per sq ft of roof, that is $4.55 to $15 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 8% lower than the national one. Roofers earn a median of $22.99 an hour in the Youngstown area, 14% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Youngstown, OH, standard level
$15,500 to $23,800
About $7.65 to $11.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 56% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,800 | $11,000 |
| Labor | $9,450 | $12,400 |
| Permits and fees | $220 | $350 |
| Total | $15,500 | $23,800 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Youngstown, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,850 | $8,450 | $15,000 | 43% |
| Labor | $7,300 | $10,900 | $14,600 | 56% |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $280 | $440 | 1% |
| Total | $9,300 | $19,600 | $30,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Youngstown number
Labor is 56% 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 Youngstown the blended ratio comes out at 0.91.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Youngstown metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,000 sq ft of roof comes to $8,450, compared with $9,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (87.4) and land at $130 to $440.
Youngstown 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 Youngstown is 0.91 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 70%) the local median is $22.99 an hour, which is 14% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $21.42 and $29.18 an hour. BLS counts 380 of them working in the area, 23.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 8.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 20%) the local median is $30.11 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $23.15 and $36.93 an hour. BLS counts 180 of them working in the area, 11.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.36 an hour, 3% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.83 and $31.39 an hour. About 850 work in the metro. That is 53.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the roofers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($29.18 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,950. At the 25th percentile ($21.42) it shrinks by about $490. The total moves by 9.9% or 2.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 160,160 jobs in the Youngstown-Warren area. That makes it the 148th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.10% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 70% | $21.42 | $22.99 | $29.18 | $26.65 | 0.86 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $23.15 | $30.11 | $36.93 | $29.71 | 1.01 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $18.83 | $23.36 | $31.39 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.91 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Youngstown
Because every project leans on different trades, Youngstown's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs +2% and roof replacement −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,500 – $11,300 | −10% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,200 – $3,950 | −5% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,050 – $4,050 | +2% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,050 – $24,100 | −4% |
Youngstown against nearby metros and the rest of Ohio
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Canton is the priciest of the group at $22,000.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OHthis page | $9,300 – $30,000 | $19,600 | |
| Akron, OH30 miles | $10,500 – $32,400 | $21,500 | +9% |
| Canton, OH40 miles | $10,900 – $33,200 | $22,000 | +12% |
| Cleveland, OH45 miles | $10,600 – $32,700 | $21,600 | +10% |
| Pittsburgh, PA70 miles | $9,800 – $31,900 | $20,800 | +6% |
| Erie, PA75 miles | $9,750 – $31,700 | $20,700 | +6% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $9,900 – $31,200 | $20,500 | +5% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Youngstown comes in at #169 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, Youngstown is 4% below the Ohio figure.
Other Ohio metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $10,000 – $31,500 | $20,800 | +6% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $9,850 – $31,100 | $20,500 | +4% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $10,600 – $32,700 | $21,600 | +10% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $10,000 – $31,400 | $20,700 | +5% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $10,500 – $32,400 | $21,500 | +9% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $10,900 – $33,100 | $22,000 | +12% |
Cities with a workforce like Youngstown's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Youngstown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $10,900 – $33,800 | $22,400 | +14% |
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 jobs | $8,900 – $29,500 | $19,200 | −2% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $9,050 – $29,500 | $19,300 | −2% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $9,500 – $31,900 | $20,700 | +5% |
Cost by quality level and size in Youngstown
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Youngstown 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
$9,300 to $17,600
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$15,500 to $23,800
Standing seam steel
Premium
$21,700 to $30,000
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $5,600 – $10,600 | $9,400 – $14,400 | $13,100 – $18,200 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $9,300 – $17,600 | $15,500 – $23,800 | $21,700 – $30,000 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $12,900 – $24,500 | $21,600 – $33,100 | $30,200 – $41,800 |
Why two Youngstown quotes can differ
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.
Climate in Youngstown: timing your metal roof job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Youngstown Rgnl Ap (10 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Youngstown (9 of 12 months). 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.
Youngstown gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 68 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, July and September (4.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.2 and 3.0 inches. The station averages about 8 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 | 34 | 19 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 21 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 28 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 38 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 48 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 60 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 59 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 74 | 52 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 62 | 42 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 33 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 26 | 3.2 | Cold |
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Metal roof in Youngstown: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Youngstown?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $9,300 to $30,000 in the Youngstown area. A standard-spec job lands at $15,500 to $23,800. 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 Youngstown?
About $4.55 to $15 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $130 to $440 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Youngstown or Akron?
Akron is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $21,500, which is 9% more than Youngstown ($19,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Youngstown?
About 56% at the midpoint, or $10,900 out of $19,600. Materials are 43% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Youngstown?
$9,300 to $30,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Youngstown?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $130 to $440 for fees in the Youngstown area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Youngstown expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Ohio?
Youngstown is 4% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($20,500 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Youngstown?
The BLS median is $22.99 an hour in the Youngstown area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.42 to $29.18.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Youngstown?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $9,300 to $17,600 and premium work $21,700 to $30,000. 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 Youngstown?
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 Youngstown
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.