Gutter Replacement Cost in California
$760 – $3,150We estimate gutter replacement in California at $760 to $3,150 for aluminum gutters and downspouts on a typical home. The national estimate is $700 to $2,950. California roofer pay is 15% above the national median, ranking 7 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $300 | $1,500 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 6 | 12 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $76 | $138 |
| Estimated total | $760 | $3,150 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the California median wage from BLS (2025, $30.58 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What our assumptions are based on
| Item | Sourced figure | Basis | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor hours | 7 – 10 | 7 to 10 hours for professional installation. | Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $600 | $5,800 | 2,000 square foot home, 200 linear feet, all materials. Page dated October 2026. |
| Bob Vila | $622 | $1,677 | Installed, citing HomeAdvisor. Page dated June 2023. |
Cities in California
| Metro area | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles | $30.56 | $760 | $3,150 |
| San Francisco | $35.74 | $840 | $3,450 |
| Riverside | $29.83 | $750 | $3,100 |
| San Diego | $29.90 | $750 | $3,100 |
Who can legally do this in California
Roofers are licensed by the Contractors State License Board under the C-39 Roofing Contractor classification.
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Compared with neighboring states
Other roofer jobs in California
Gutter Replacement cost in every state · California home repair guide
Sources
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.