Metal roof cost in Salt Lake City, UT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $9,400 – $30,500
- Per sq ft of roof
- $4.60 – $15
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #151
- 1 = most expensive
A metal roof in Salt Lake City, UT usually costs $9,400 to $30,500 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. That works out to about $4.60 to $15 per sq ft of roof before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,350 less. Roofers earn a median of $23.18 an hour in the Salt Lake City area, 13% below the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Salt Lake City, UT, standard level
$15,700 to $24,200
About $7.75 to $12 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 55% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $6,000 | $11,400 |
| Labor | $9,500 | $12,400 |
| Permits and fees | $260 | $400 |
| Total | $15,700 | $24,200 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Salt Lake City, UT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,950 | $8,700 | $15,400 | 43% |
| Labor | $7,300 | $11,000 | $14,600 | 55% |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $330 | $500 | 2% |
| Total | $9,400 | $20,000 | $30,500 | 100% |
Where the Salt Lake City 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, Salt Lake City wages are 0.91 times the national level. Labor makes up about 55% of the midpoint estimate (56% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Salt Lake City is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $9,000 nationally becomes $8,700 here (midpoint, 2,000 sq ft of roof). Permits follow the all-items index of 100.9: $150 to $500.
What local crews earn in Salt Lake City
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 Salt Lake City the blend is 0.91.
Roofers (47-2181), 70% of the weighting: a median of $23.18 an hour, 13% below the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $21.94 and $29.71 an hour. About 1,330 work in the metro. That is 16.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $30.25 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.68 and $39.57 an hour. About 660 work in the metro. That is 8.0 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 $22.82 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.03 and $27.96 an hour. BLS counts 7,790 of them working in the area, 94.3 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 $2,050 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $390. That is a swing of roughly 2.0% to 10.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Salt Lake City-Murray has 826,210 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 37th 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% | $21.94 | $23.18 | $29.71 | $26.65 | 0.87 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.68 | $30.25 | $39.57 | $29.71 | 1.02 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $19.03 | $22.82 | $27.96 | $22.66 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.91 | |||||
Salt Lake City against nearby metros and the rest of Utah
Same job, same size (2,000 sq ft of roof), priced for the nearest metros. Ogden is the priciest of the group at $20,600. St. George is the cheapest at $19,600.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UTthis page | $9,400 – $30,500 | $20,000 | |
| Provo, UT60 miles | $9,200 – $30,200 | $19,700 | −1% |
| Ogden, UT70 miles | $9,800 – $31,300 | $20,600 | +3% |
| Logan, UT110 miles | $9,150 – $30,100 | $19,600 | −2% |
| Idaho Falls, ID210 miles | $9,650 – $31,100 | $20,400 | +2% |
| St. George, UT230 miles | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | −2% |
| Utah (statewide) | $9,400 – $30,600 | $20,000 | level |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Salt Lake City ranks #151 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Salt Lake City is 0% below the Utah figure.
Elsewhere in Utah
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $9,200 – $30,200 | $19,700 | −1% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $9,800 – $31,300 | $20,600 | +3% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $9,150 – $30,000 | $19,600 | −2% |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $9,150 – $30,100 | $19,600 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Salt Lake City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $10,600 – $32,700 | $21,600 | +8% |
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $11,100 – $33,700 | $22,400 | +12% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $11,600 – $36,100 | $23,900 | +19% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $8,900 – $29,500 | $19,200 | −4% |
Metal roof: what moves the price in Salt Lake City
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.
What nearby projects cost in Salt Lake City
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Salt Lake City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl siding comes out highest (−2%) and roof replacement lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $5,550 – $11,600 | −8% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,050 | −3% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $910 – $3,700 | −8% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $8,250 – $24,700 | −2% |
Salt Lake City: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Salt Lake City. 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
$9,400 to $17,900
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$15,700 to $24,200
Standing seam steel
Premium
$22,100 to $30,500
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $5,700 – $10,800 | $9,550 – $14,700 | $13,400 – $18,500 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $9,400 – $17,900 | $15,700 – $24,200 | $22,100 – $30,500 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $13,100 – $24,900 | $21,900 – $33,700 | $30,800 – $42,600 |
Salt Lake City 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, Salt Lake City Intl Ap (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 Salt Lake City are February through June and September through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F, and July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
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.
Salt Lake City gets about 16 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 52 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and May (2.2 inches in April). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.9 and 1.1 inches. The station averages about 62 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 | 39 | 24 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 45 | 29 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 55 | 36 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 62 | 42 | 2.2 | Workable |
| May | 73 | 50 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 59 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 94 | 68 | 0.5 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 67 | 0.6 | Hot |
| Sep | 81 | 56 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 33 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 25 | 1.4 | Cold |
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Metal roof in Salt Lake City: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Salt Lake City?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $9,400 to $30,500 in the Salt Lake City area. A standard-spec job lands at $15,700 to $24,200. 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 Salt Lake City?
About $4.60 to $15 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $150 to $500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Salt Lake City or Provo?
Provo is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $19,700, which is 1% less than Salt Lake City ($20,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Salt Lake City?
About 55% at the midpoint, or $11,000 out of $20,000. Materials are 43% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Salt Lake City?
$9,400 to $30,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Salt Lake City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $150 to $500 for fees in the Salt Lake City area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Salt Lake City expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Utah?
Salt Lake City is 0% below the Utah statewide estimate ($20,000 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Utah; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Salt Lake City?
The BLS median is $23.18 an hour in the Salt Lake City area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.94 to $29.71.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Salt Lake City?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $9,400 to $17,900 and premium work $22,100 to $30,500. 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 Salt Lake City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and September through November. 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 Salt Lake City
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.