Metal Roof Cost in Tulsa, OK (2026)

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Metal Roof Cost in Tulsa, OK (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Tulsa · per sq ft
$8.38 – $20.50

Metal Roof costs $8.38 to $20.50 per sq ft in Tulsa in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $3,354 – $8,198 installed, typically near $5,776. That is essentially in line with the Oklahoma average.

Typical sq ft
$14.44
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.14
Climate zone
IECC zone 4 (mixed)

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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 Tulsa compares with the rest of Oklahoma

Construction wages in Tulsa average $27.14 per hour against $26.50 statewide, so pricing tracks the Oklahoma 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 Tulsa

Project sizeTulsa rangeTypical
100 sq ft$838 – $2,050$1,444
200 sq ft$1,677 – $4,099$2,888
300 sq ft$2,515 – $6,149$4,332
400 sq ft$3,354 – $8,198$5,776
600 sq ft$5,031 – $12,297$8,664
800 sq ft$6,708 – $16,396$11,552
1,000 sq ft$8,385 – $20,496$14,440
1,500 sq ft$12,577 – $30,743$21,660

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Tulsa at roughly $5,776, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,888
Materials36%$2,079
Site prep & equipment8%$462
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$347

Tulsa compared with other Oklahoma markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Tulsa
Oklahoma City$8.40 – $20.540%
Lawton$8.06 – $19.70−4%
Enid$8.10 – $19.81−3%
Oklahoma average$8.29 – $20.27−1%

Ground conditions and code in Tulsa

Tulsa sits in IECC zone 4 (mixed) with a design frost depth of about 18 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Tulsa

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

Hiring in Tulsa

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 Oklahoma.

Frequently asked questions

How much does metal roof cost in Tulsa?

In 2026, metal roof costs $8.38 to $20.50 per sq ft in Tulsa. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $3,354 and $8,198.

Is Tulsa more expensive than the rest of Oklahoma?

Not meaningfully. Tulsa prices track the Oklahoma average closely.

Do I need a permit in Tulsa?

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

How do I compare quotes in Tulsa?

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 Tulsa construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.14/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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