Metal roof cost in Longview, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $7,700 – $26,900
- Per sq ft of roof
- $3.80 – $13
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −19%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #298
- 1 = most expensive
A metal roof in Longview, TX usually costs $7,700 to $26,900 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. That works out to about $3.80 to $13 per sq ft of roof before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $4,050 less. Roofers earn a median of $18.97 an hour in the Longview area, 29% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Longview, TX, standard level
$13,500 to $21,100
About $6.60 to $10.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,800 | $11,100 |
| Labor | $7,400 | $9,700 |
| Permits and fees | $230 | $350 |
| Total | $13,500 | $21,100 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Longview, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $8,450 | $15,000 | 49% |
| Labor | $5,700 | $8,550 | $11,400 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $130 | $290 | $450 | 2% |
| Total | $7,700 | $17,300 | $26,900 | 100% |
Why Longview prices look the way they do
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, Longview wages are 0.71 times the national level. Labor makes up about 50% of the midpoint estimate (56% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Longview is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $9,000 nationally becomes $8,450 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 89.5: $130 to $450.
What local crews earn in Longview
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 Longview the blend is 0.71.
Roofers (47-2181), 70% of the weighting: a median of $18.97 an hour, 29% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $17.25 and $23.30 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 $20.11 an hour, 32% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $17.63 and $23.46 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 7.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 10%) the local median is $18.19 an hour, which is 20% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.53 and $22.15 an hour. BLS counts 1,610 of them working in the area, 136.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (roofers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $1,350 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $540. That is a swing of roughly 3.1% to 7.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Longview has 118,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 186th 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% | $17.25 | $18.97 | $23.30 | $26.65 | 0.71 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $17.63 | $20.11 | $23.46 | $29.71 | 0.68 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $16.53 | $18.19 | $22.15 | $22.66 | 0.80 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.71 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Longview bid
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).
What nearby projects cost in Longview
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Longview wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, attic insulation comes out highest (−6%) and roof replacement lowest (−19%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $4,800 – $10,200 | −19% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,050 – $3,600 | −14% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $950 – $3,750 | −6% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $7,150 – $21,500 | −15% |
Longview: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Longview. 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
$7,700 to $15,400
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$13,500 to $21,100
Standing seam steel
Premium
$19,200 to $26,900
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $4,700 – $9,350 | $8,150 – $12,800 | $11,700 – $16,300 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $7,700 – $15,400 | $13,500 – $21,100 | $19,200 – $26,900 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $10,800 – $21,400 | $18,800 – $29,400 | $26,800 – $37,400 |
Longview 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, Longview #2 (5 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 Longview are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Longview gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and December (5.3 inches in December). Inside the workable window, January and November are the driest, at 4.2 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 112 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 | 58 | 36 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 62 | 40 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 71 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 63 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 92 | 71 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 95 | 74 | 3.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 96 | 74 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 67 | 3.9 | Hot |
| Oct | 80 | 56 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 45 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 38 | 5.3 | Workable |
Is Longview cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Longview. Texarkana comes closest at about $18,500.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TXthis page | $7,700 – $26,900 | $17,300 | |
| Tyler, TX35 miles | $8,550 – $28,500 | $18,500 | +7% |
| Shreveport, LA55 miles | $9,050 – $29,500 | $19,300 | +11% |
| Texarkana, TX75 miles | $8,550 – $28,500 | $18,500 | +7% |
| Dallas, TX135 miles | $9,150 – $30,900 | $20,000 | +16% |
| Alexandria, LA145 miles | $8,850 – $29,100 | $19,000 | +10% |
| Texas (statewide) | $8,850 – $29,700 | $19,300 | +11% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +23% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Longview ranks #298 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Longview is 10% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $9,150 – $30,900 | $20,000 | +16% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $8,800 – $29,900 | $19,300 | +12% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $9,200 – $29,800 | $19,500 | +13% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $8,600 – $28,600 | $18,600 | +8% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $7,600 – $26,600 | $17,100 | −1% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $8,400 – $28,300 | $18,300 | +6% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Longview against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | 118,390 jobs | $10,600 – $33,400 | $22,000 | +27% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $8,200 – $28,100 | $18,200 | +5% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $9,200 – $30,100 | $19,700 | +14% |
| Topeka, KS | 115,750 jobs | $9,250 – $29,900 | $19,600 | +13% |
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Metal roof in Longview: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Longview?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $7,700 to $26,900 in the Longview area. A standard-spec job lands at $13,500 to $21,100. 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 Longview?
About $3.80 to $13 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $130 to $450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Longview or Tyler?
Tyler is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $18,500, which is 7% more than Longview ($17,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Longview?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $8,550 out of $17,300. Materials are 49% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Longview?
$7,700 to $26,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Longview?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $130 to $450 for fees in the Longview area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Longview expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Texas?
Longview is 10% below the Texas statewide estimate ($19,300 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Longview?
The BLS median is $18.97 an hour in the Longview area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.25 to $23.30.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Longview?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $7,700 to $15,400 and premium work $19,200 to $26,900. 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 Longview?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. January 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 Longview
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.