Metal roof cost in Bend, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $10,900 – $34,600
- Per sq ft of roof
- $5.35 – $17
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +6%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #65
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a metal roof in Bend, plan on $10,900 to $34,600 for 2,000 sq ft of roof, all in. Per sq ft of roof, that is $5.35 to $17 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 6% higher than the national one. Roofers earn a median of $28.84 an hour in the Bend area, 8% above the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Bend, OR, standard level
$18,000 to $27,400
About $8.85 to $13.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,550 | $12,400 |
| Labor | $11,200 | $14,600 |
| Permits and fees | $260 | $410 |
| Total | $18,000 | $27,400 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Bend, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,100 | $9,450 | $16,800 | 42% |
| Labor | $8,600 | $12,900 | $17,200 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $160 | $340 | $520 | 1% |
| Total | $10,900 | $22,700 | $34,600 | 100% |
Why Bend prices look the way they do
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 Bend the blended ratio comes out at 1.07.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Bend metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 2,000 sq ft of roof comes to $9,450, compared with $9,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (103.6) and land at $160 to $520.
Planning more than one job in Bend?
Because every project leans on different trades, Bend's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs +11% and vinyl siding +5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,550 – $13,400 | +7% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,350 – $4,450 | +6% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,150 – $4,400 | +11% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,850 – $26,500 | +5% |
Climate in Bend: timing your metal roof job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Bend (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Bend (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.
Bend gets about 11 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 22 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, November and December (2.1 inches in December). Inside the workable window, August and September are the driest, at 0.3 and 0.3 inches. The station averages about 16 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 | 25 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 46 | 24 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 52 | 28 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 58 | 31 | 0.8 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 37 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 74 | 42 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 49 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 48 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 41 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 34 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 28 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 23 | 2.1 | Cold |
Is Bend cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Portland is the priciest of the group at $23,600. Eugene is the cheapest at $20,700.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bend, ORthis page | $10,900 – $34,600 | $22,700 | |
| Eugene, OR100 miles | $9,500 – $31,900 | $20,700 | −9% |
| Salem, OR110 miles | $10,100 – $33,000 | $21,500 | −5% |
| Portland, OR125 miles | $11,400 – $35,700 | $23,600 | +4% |
| Medford, OR150 miles | $9,650 – $32,100 | $20,900 | −8% |
| Yakima, WA160 miles | $10,800 – $34,400 | $22,600 | level |
| Oregon (statewide) | $11,000 – $34,800 | $22,900 | +1% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | −6% |
Across 300 US metros, Bend comes in at #65 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, Bend is 1% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $11,400 – $35,700 | $23,600 | +4% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $10,100 – $33,000 | $21,500 | −5% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $9,500 – $31,900 | $20,700 | −9% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $9,650 – $32,100 | $20,900 | −8% |
Cities with a workforce like Bend's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bend against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $8,550 – $28,800 | $18,700 | −18% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $9,100 – $29,700 | $19,400 | −15% |
| Laredo, TX | 109,370 jobs | $8,650 – $28,700 | $18,700 | −18% |
| Hagerstown, MD | 107,170 jobs | $10,500 – $32,700 | $21,600 | −5% |
Bend 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 Bend is 1.07 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 70%) the local median is $28.84 an hour, which is 8% above the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $24.50 and $33.64 an hour. BLS counts 230 of them working in the area, 21.2 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 $30.44 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $27.66 and $36.96 an hour. BLS counts 150 of them working in the area, 13.9 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 $25.37 an hour, 12% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.68 and $29.52 an hour. About 780 work in the metro. That is 72.1 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 ($33.64 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,500. At the 25th percentile ($24.50) it shrinks by about $1,350. The total moves by 6.7% or 6.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 108,240 jobs in the Bend area. That makes it the 193rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.07% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 70% | $24.50 | $28.84 | $33.64 | $26.65 | 1.08 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $27.66 | $30.44 | $36.96 | $29.71 | 1.02 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $22.68 | $25.37 | $29.52 | $22.66 | 1.12 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.07 | |||||
Metal roof: what moves the price in Bend
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.
Other metals
Tin runs $600-$1,800 per roofing square (100 sq ft) installed and aluminum $700-$1,700 per square (HomeGuide).
Bend: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Bend 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
$10,900 to $20,300
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$18,000 to $27,400
Standing seam steel
Premium
$25,100 to $34,600
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $6,600 – $12,300 | $10,900 – $16,600 | $15,200 – $20,900 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $10,900 – $20,300 | $18,000 – $27,400 | $25,100 – $34,600 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $15,100 – $28,300 | $25,000 – $38,300 | $35,000 – $48,200 |
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Metal roof in Bend: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Bend?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $10,900 to $34,600 in the Bend area. A standard-spec job lands at $18,000 to $27,400. 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 Bend?
About $5.35 to $17 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $160 to $520 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Bend or Eugene?
Eugene is 100 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $20,700, which is 9% less than Bend ($22,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bend?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $12,900 out of $22,700. Materials are 42% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Bend?
$10,900 to $34,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Bend?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $160 to $520 for fees in the Bend area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bend expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Oregon?
Bend is 1% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($22,900 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Bend?
The BLS median is $28.84 an hour in the Bend area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.50 to $33.64.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Bend?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $10,900 to $20,300 and premium work $25,100 to $34,600. 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 Bend?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through November. August and September 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 Bend
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.