Metal roof cost in Oshkosh, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (2,000 sq ft of roof)
- $10,500 – $32,300
- Per sq ft of roof
- $5.15 – $16
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $21,300
- Rank of 300 metros
- #110
- 1 = most expensive
A metal roof in Oshkosh, WI usually costs $10,500 to $32,300 for 2,000 sq ft of roof. That works out to about $5.15 to $16 per sq ft of roof before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Roofers earn a median of $28.31 an hour in the Oshkosh area, 6% above the US median of $26.65.
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Estimated cost for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Oshkosh, WI, standard level
$17,000 to $25,800
About $8.40 to $12.50 per sq ft of roof before permits. Labor is about 59% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $5,800 | $11,100 |
| Labor | $11,000 | $14,300 |
| Permits and fees | $240 | $370 |
| Total | $17,000 | $25,800 |
Cost breakdown for 2,000 sq ft of roof in Oshkosh, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $8,450 | $15,000 | 39% |
| Labor | $8,450 | $12,700 | $16,900 | 59% |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $300 | $460 | 1% |
| Total | $10,500 | $21,400 | $32,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Oshkosh number
The wage side of the estimate leans on roofers, who do 70% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.31 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Oshkosh is 1.05 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 59% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Oshkosh 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 92.9: $140 to $460.
How Oshkosh compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Oshkosh. Wausau comes closest at about $22,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oshkosh, WIthis page | $10,500 – $32,300 | $21,400 | |
| Appleton, WI20 miles | $11,400 – $34,200 | $22,800 | +6% |
| Green Bay, WI45 miles | $10,900 – $33,300 | $22,100 | +3% |
| Sheboygan, WI50 miles | $11,000 – $33,500 | $22,200 | +4% |
| Wausau, WI80 miles | $10,900 – $33,300 | $22,100 | +3% |
| Madison, WI85 miles | $11,100 – $33,600 | $22,300 | +4% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $11,000 – $33,500 | $22,200 | +4% |
| United States | $10,200 – $32,500 | $21,300 | level |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Oshkosh ranks #110 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Oshkosh is 4% below the Wisconsin figure.
Elsewhere in Wisconsin
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $11,100 – $33,700 | $22,400 | +5% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $11,100 – $33,600 | $22,300 | +4% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $10,900 – $33,300 | $22,100 | +3% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $11,400 – $34,200 | $22,800 | +6% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $10,200 – $31,800 | $21,000 | −2% |
| La Crosse, WI | 84,380 jobs | $11,000 – $33,400 | $22,200 | +4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Oshkosh against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $9,450 – $30,400 | $19,900 | −7% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $11,500 – $35,800 | $23,600 | +11% |
| Billings, MT | 93,800 jobs | $9,750 – $31,200 | $20,500 | −4% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $11,600 – $36,100 | $23,900 | +11% |
Oshkosh 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, Oshkosh (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Oshkosh are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March, November 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.
Oshkosh gets about 33 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 39 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 3.2 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 8 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 | 26 | 10 | 1.3 | Cold |
| Feb | 30 | 13 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 41 | 24 | 1.9 | Cold |
| Apr | 54 | 36 | 3.2 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 48 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 77 | 59 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 82 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 80 | 61 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 73 | 53 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 59 | 41 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 44 | 29 | 2.0 | Cold |
| Dec | 32 | 18 | 1.6 | Cold |
Metal roof: what moves the price in Oshkosh
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 Oshkosh
Jobs that often go together with metal roof are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Oshkosh wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl siding comes out highest (+10%) and attic insulation lowest (−3%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof replacement | 2,000 sq ft of roof | $6,300 – $12,600 | +2% |
| Gutters | 160 linear ft | $1,250 – $4,100 | −2% |
| Attic insulation | 1,000 sq ft | $980 – $3,850 | −3% |
| Vinyl siding | 2,100 sq ft of wall | $9,250 – $27,700 | +10% |
What local crews earn in Oshkosh
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 Oshkosh the blend is 1.05.
Roofers (47-2181), 70% of the weighting: a median of $28.31 an hour, 6% above the US median of $26.65. The middle half of them earn between $22.93 and $30.44 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 8.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 8.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $30.05 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $24.26 and $43.80 an hour. About 70 work in the metro. That is 7.5 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 $24.65 an hour, which is 9% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.00 and $34.81 an hour. BLS counts 560 of them working in the area, 59.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (roofers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $670 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,700. That is a swing of roughly 7.9% to 3.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Oshkosh-Neenah has 93,750 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 215th 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% | $22.93 | $28.31 | $30.44 | $26.65 | 1.06 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $24.26 | $30.05 | $43.80 | $29.71 | 1.01 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 10% | $21.00 | $24.65 | $34.81 | $22.66 | 1.09 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Oshkosh: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Oshkosh. 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
$10,500 to $19,200
Corrugated or exposed-fastener steel panels
Standard
$17,000 to $25,800
Standing seam steel
Premium
$23,600 to $32,300
Aluminum or premium finish, complex roof
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small (1,200 sq ft of roof) | $6,350 – $11,600 | $10,300 – $15,600 | $14,300 – $19,600 |
| average (2,000 sq ft of roof) | $10,500 – $19,200 | $17,000 – $25,800 | $23,600 – $32,300 |
| large (2,800 sq ft of roof) | $14,600 – $26,800 | $23,700 – $35,900 | $32,900 – $45,100 |
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Metal roof in Oshkosh: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a metal roof in Oshkosh?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, expect $10,500 to $32,300 in the Oshkosh area. A standard-spec job lands at $17,000 to $25,800. 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 Oshkosh?
About $5.15 to $16 per sq ft of roof for materials and labor, plus $140 to $460 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $16.
+Is metal roof cheaper in Oshkosh or Appleton?
Appleton is 20 miles away. The midpoint for 2,000 sq ft of roof there is $22,800, which is 6% more than Oshkosh ($21,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Oshkosh?
About 59% at the midpoint, or $12,700 out of $21,400. Materials are 39% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 56%.
+What would average (2,000 sq ft of roof) cost in Oshkosh?
$10,500 to $32,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does metal roof need a permit in Oshkosh?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $140 to $460 for fees in the Oshkosh area (our national range of $150 to $500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Oshkosh expensive for metal roof compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Oshkosh is 4% below the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($22,200 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do roofers earn in Oshkosh?
The BLS median is $28.31 an hour in the Oshkosh area, compared with $26.65 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.93 to $30.44.
+What do basic and premium metal roof work cost in Oshkosh?
For 2,000 sq ft of roof, basic work runs $10,500 to $19,200 and premium work $23,600 to $32,300. 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 Oshkosh?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. April and October 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 Oshkosh
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.