Metal Roof Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)

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Metal Roof Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Cheyenne · per sq ft
$8.82 – $21.56

Metal Roof costs $8.82 to $21.56 per sq ft in Cheyenne in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $3,529 – $8,626 installed, typically near $6,077. That is essentially in line with the Wyoming average.

Typical sq ft
$15.19
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$30.17
Climate zone
IECC zone 6-7 (cold)

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Estimated installed cost

Planning estimate. Wage index applies to the labor share only; materials held at national prices. Get three written quotes.

How Cheyenne compares with the rest of Wyoming

Construction wages in Cheyenne average $30.17 per hour against $30.86 statewide, so pricing tracks the Wyoming norm closely.

Labor is about 50% of the installed cost on this type of work, and it is the part that actually moves between markets. Materials are priced by national manufacturers and barely shift, which is why the gap between metros is narrower than wage differences alone suggest.

Metal Roof cost by project size in Cheyenne

Project sizeCheyenne rangeTypical
100 sq ft$882 – $2,156$1,519
200 sq ft$1,764 – $4,313$3,039
300 sq ft$2,647 – $6,469$4,558
400 sq ft$3,529 – $8,626$6,077
600 sq ft$5,293 – $12,939$9,116
800 sq ft$7,057 – $17,251$12,154
1,000 sq ft$8,822 – $21,564$15,193
1,500 sq ft$13,233 – $32,347$22,790

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Cheyenne at roughly $6,077, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$3,039
Materials36%$2,188
Site prep & equipment8%$486
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$365

Cheyenne compared with other Wyoming markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Cheyenne
Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area$8.93 – $21.83+1%
Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area$9.02 – $22.05+2%
Casper$8.65 – $21.14−2%
Wyoming average$8.92 – $21.80+1%

Ground conditions and code in Cheyenne

Cheyenne sits in IECC zone 6-7 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 48 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Cheyenne

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $300 in Wyoming. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Cheyenne building department before work begins.

Hiring in Cheyenne

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, each specifying the same scope and grade of material. Ask for local references and check the licence is current in Wyoming.

Frequently asked questions

How much does metal roof cost in Cheyenne?

In 2026, metal roof costs $8.82 to $21.56 per sq ft in Cheyenne. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $3,529 and $8,626.

Is Cheyenne more expensive than the rest of Wyoming?

Not meaningfully. Cheyenne prices track the Wyoming average closely.

Do I need a permit in Cheyenne?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $300 in Wyoming and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Cheyenne?

Get three written, itemised quotes covering identical scope and materials. A bid far below the others usually signals a reduced specification rather than better value.

Nearby markets

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Cheyenne construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $30.17/hr) to the labor share of a national 2026 cost baseline. Materials are held at national prices. Figures refresh automatically with each BLS release. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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