Metal roof cost in Medford, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $9,650 – $32,100
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.75 – $16
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #119
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a metal roof in Medford, plan on $9,650 to $32,100 for 2,000 sq ft of roof, all in. Per sq ft of roof, that is $4.75 to $16 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Roofers earn a median of $24.01 an hour in the Medford area, 10% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Medford, OR, standard level
$16,400 to $25,400
About $8.05 to $12.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,550 | $12,400 |
| Labor | $9,600 | $12,600 |
| Permits and fees | $260 | $400 |
| Total | $16,400 | $25,400 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Medford, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,100 | $9,450 | $16,800 | 45% |
| Labor | $7,400 | $11,100 | $14,800 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $330 | $510 | 2% |
| Total | $9,650 | $20,900 | $32,100 | 100% |
Where the Medford 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, Medford wages are 0.92 times the national level. Labor makes up about 53% of the midpoint estimate (56% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Medford 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 (101.4) and land at $150 to $510.
Climate in Medford: timing your metal roof job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Medford Rogue Vly Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through June is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Medford (10 of 12 months). July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Medford gets about 18 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 3 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, November and December (3.5 inches in December). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.5 inches. The station averages about 61 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 | 48 | 33 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 54 | 34 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 59 | 37 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 41 | 1.5 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 47 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 59 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 58 | 0.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 51 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 42 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 36 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 46 | 33 | 3.5 | Workable |
Why two Medford quotes can differ
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).
Cost by quality level and size in Medford
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Medford 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
$9,650 to $18,600
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$16,400 to $25,400
Standing seam steel
Premium
$23,100 to $32,100
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $5,850 – $11,300 | $9,950 – $15,400 | $14,000 – $19,500 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $9,650 – $18,600 | $16,400 – $25,400 | $23,100 – $32,100 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $13,500 – $26,000 | $22,900 – $35,400 | $32,300 – $44,800 |
Medford 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 Medford is 0.92 times the national level.
For roofers (47-2181, weighted 70%) the local median is $24.01 an hour, which is 10% below the national $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.08 and $29.26 an hour. BLS counts 150 of them working in the area, 16.8 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 $28.08 an hour, which is 5% below the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.81 and $36.83 an hour. BLS counts 90 of them working in the area, 10.1 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 $23.72 an hour, 5% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.42 and $29.22 an hour. About 520 work in the metro. That is 58.4 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 ($29.26 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,650. At the 25th percentile ($22.08) it shrinks by about $610. The total moves by 7.9% or 2.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 89,060 jobs in the Medford area. That makes it the 220th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roofers (47-2181) | 70% | $22.08 | $24.01 | $29.26 | $26.65 | 0.90 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.81 | $28.08 | $36.83 | $29.71 | 0.95 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $21.42 | $23.72 | $29.22 | $22.66 | 1.05 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.92 | |||||
How Medford compares
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 2,000 sq ft of roof range from $20,700 to $23,500 across Medford and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | $9,650 – $32,100 | $20,900 | |
| Eugene, OR105 miles | $9,500 – $31,900 | $20,700 | −1% |
| Redding, CA120 miles | $11,400 – $35,700 | $23,500 | +13% |
| Bend, OR150 miles | $10,900 – $34,600 | $22,700 | +9% |
| Salem, OR175 miles | $10,100 – $33,000 | $21,500 | +3% |
| Chico, CA200 miles | $11,300 – $35,500 | $23,400 | +12% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $11,000 – $34,800 | $22,900 | +10% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +2% |
Across 300 US metros, Medford comes in at #119 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, Medford is 9% 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 | +13% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $10,100 – $33,000 | $21,500 | +3% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $9,500 – $31,900 | $20,700 | −1% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $10,900 – $34,600 | $22,700 | +9% |
Cities with a workforce like Medford's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Medford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | −6% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $8,700 – $29,100 | $18,900 | −10% |
| Panama City, FL | 90,610 jobs | $8,650 – $29,100 | $18,900 | −10% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $13,200 – $37,700 | $25,400 | +22% |
Planning more than one job in Medford?
Because every project leans on different trades, Medford's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, attic insulation runs +17% and roof replacement −3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,850 – $12,200 | −3% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,300 – $4,300 | +2% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $1,200 – $4,650 | +17% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,550 – $25,600 | +2% |
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Metal roof in Medford: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Medford?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $9,650 to $32,100 in the Medford area. A standard-spec job lands at $16,400 to $25,400. 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 Medford?
About $4.75 to $16 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $150 to $510 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Medford or Eugene?
Eugene is 105 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $20,700, which is 1% less than Medford ($20,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Medford?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $11,100 out of $20,900. Materials are 45% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Medford?
$9,650 to $32,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Medford?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $150 to $510 for fees in the Medford area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Medford expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Oregon?
Medford is 9% 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 Medford?
The BLS median is $24.01 an hour in the Medford area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.08 to $29.26.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Medford?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $9,650 to $18,600 and premium work $23,100 to $32,100. 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 Medford?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. June 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 Medford
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.