Metal Roof Cost in Twin Falls, ID (2026)

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Metal Roof Cost in Twin Falls, ID (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Twin Falls · per sq ft
$8.15 – $19.92

Metal Roof costs $8.15 to $19.92 per sq ft in Twin Falls in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $3,260 – $7,968 installed, typically near $5,614. That is about 5% below the Idaho average.

Typical sq ft
$14.03
vs state average
−5%
Local construction wage
$25.49
Climate zone
IECC zone 5 (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.

Why Twin Falls runs below the Idaho average

Construction wages in Twin Falls average $25.49 per hour against $28.31 statewide. Twin Falls sits below the Idaho average because the statewide figure is pulled up by higher-wage metros elsewhere in the state.

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 Twin Falls

Project sizeTwin Falls rangeTypical
100 sq ft$815 – $1,992$1,403
200 sq ft$1,630 – $3,984$2,807
300 sq ft$2,445 – $5,976$4,210
400 sq ft$3,260 – $7,968$5,614
600 sq ft$4,889 – $11,952$8,421
800 sq ft$6,519 – $15,936$11,228
1,000 sq ft$8,149 – $19,920$14,034
1,500 sq ft$12,224 – $29,880$21,052

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Twin Falls at roughly $5,614, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,807
Materials36%$2,021
Site prep & equipment8%$449
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$337

Twin Falls compared with other Idaho markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Twin Falls
Boise$8.60 – $21.01+5%
Idaho Falls$8.73 – $21.34+7%
Coeur d’Alene$8.69 – $21.24+7%
Pocatello$8.41 – $20.55+3%
Idaho average$8.55 – $20.91+5%

Ground conditions and code in Twin Falls

Twin Falls sits in IECC zone 5 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 36 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Twin Falls

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $400 in Idaho. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Twin Falls building department before work begins.

Hiring in Twin Falls

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 Idaho.

Frequently asked questions

How much does metal roof cost in Twin Falls?

In 2026, metal roof costs $8.15 to $19.92 per sq ft in Twin Falls. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $3,260 and $7,968.

Is Twin Falls more expensive than the rest of Idaho?

No. Twin Falls actually runs about 5% below the Idaho average. Local construction wages are $25.49/hr against $28.31/hr statewide.

Do I need a permit in Twin Falls?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $400 in Idaho and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Twin Falls?

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.

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Twin Falls construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $25.49/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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