Roofer Salary By State: Salary by State (Hourly + Annual)
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Quick Answer: How Much Do Roofers Make?
Roofer pay varies by state, whether you do residential vs commercial, and the systems you install (shingles, metal, tile, TPO/EPDM/mod-bit). The biggest pay jumps usually come from commercial membrane skill, clean flashing/detail work, and being able to avoid leaks and call-backs—not just speed.
This page shows hourly and annual estimates by state so you can compare typical roofer pay where you live. Use the top 10 chart for quick context, then the full table to compare your state against nearby markets.
- Biggest pay drivers: system specialization (commercial membranes), safety discipline, and detail work (penetrations, flashing, drains).
- Where pay is often highest: strong commercial markets and regions with consistent year-round roofing demand.
- Reality check: repair/leak work, residential reroofs, and commercial low-slope can be totally different pay lanes.
- Best next step: Jump to Roofer Salaries by State and compare your state to the top 10.
- Want the full career path? How to Become a Roofer
Roofing Salaries by State
Roofing pay can vary a lot depending on where you live. Use this state-by-state breakdown to compare average hourly wage, weekly pay, monthly income, and annual salary for roofing across the United States.
Salary estimates are based on aggregated data from publicly available wage sources, including state-level labor datasets, employer-reported estimates, and trade industry compensation data. Primary sources include the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), State Labor Departments, and union wage scales and collective bargaining agreements (where available). Data reflects the most recently available wage releases at the time of publication.
How these Roofing salary estimates are calculated: Hourly wage figures are based on the most recent U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the trade, supplemented with state labor department wage data and published union wage scales where available. Weekly pay assumes a standard 40-hour work week. Annual salary estimates are calculated using 2,080 work hours per year, and monthly pay is derived by dividing the annual estimate by 12. These figures represent typical earnings and may vary based on experience level, system specialization, overtime, seasonality, and regional demand.
Top 10 Highest Paying States for Roofing (Hourly)
Complete Roofing Salary Table by State
| State | Hourly Wage | Weekly Pay | Monthly Pay | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington | $27.73 | $1,109 | $4,807 | $57,678 |
| New York | $26.92 | $1,077 | $4,666 | $55,994 |
| Massachusetts | $26.88 | $1,075 | $4,659 | $55,910 |
| Alaska | $26.56 | $1,062 | $4,604 | $55,245 |
| Vermont | $26.28 | $1,051 | $4,555 | $54,662 |
| North Dakota | $26.17 | $1,047 | $4,536 | $54,434 |
| Oregon | $26.15 | $1,046 | $4,533 | $54,392 |
| Colorado | $26.03 | $1,041 | $4,512 | $54,142 |
| Hawaii | $25.77 | $1,031 | $4,462 | $53,542 |
| Nevada | $25.34 | $1,014 | $4,392 | $52,699 |
| New Jersey | $25.27 | $1,011 | $4,380 | $52,562 |
| Wisconsin | $25.15 | $1,006 | $4,359 | $52,312 |
| Pennsylvania | $25 | $1,000 | $4,333 | $52,000 |
| Delaware | $24.97 | $999 | $4,328 | $51,938 |
| South Dakota | $24.95 | $998 | $4,325 | $51,896 |
| Virginia | $24.77 | $991 | $4,295 | $51,542 |
| California | $24.68 | $987 | $4,278 | $51,334 |
| Minnesota | $24.52 | $981 | $4,250 | $51,002 |
| Rhode Island | $24.52 | $981 | $4,250 | $51,002 |
| New Hampshire | $24.38 | $975 | $4,226 | $50,710 |
| Maryland | $24.34 | $974 | $4,219 | $50,627 |
| New Mexico | $24.30 | $972 | $4,212 | $50,544 |
| Illinois | $24.30 | $972 | $4,212 | $50,544 |
| Maine | $24.29 | $972 | $4,210 | $50,523 |
| Wyoming | $24.14 | $966 | $4,184 | $50,211 |
| Nebraska | $23.98 | $959 | $4,157 | $49,878 |
| Indiana | $23.94 | $958 | $4,150 | $49,795 |
| Connecticut | $23.93 | $957 | $4,148 | $49,774 |
| Ohio | $23.92 | $957 | $4,146 | $49,754 |
| Mississippi | $23.84 | $954 | $4,132 | $49,587 |
| Idaho | $23.71 | $948 | $4,110 | $49,317 |
| Iowa | $23.68 | $947 | $4,105 | $49,254 |
| Missouri | $23.65 | $946 | $4,099 | $49,192 |
| Arizona | $23.52 | $941 | $4,077 | $48,922 |
| Texas | $23.52 | $941 | $4,077 | $48,922 |
| South Carolina | $23.44 | $938 | $4,063 | $48,755 |
| Oklahoma | $23.35 | $934 | $4,047 | $48,568 |
| Montana | $23.23 | $929 | $4,027 | $48,318 |
| Utah | $23.07 | $923 | $3,999 | $47,986 |
| North Carolina | $23.04 | $922 | $3,994 | $47,923 |
| Tennessee | $23.02 | $921 | $3,990 | $47,882 |
| Alabama | $22.99 | $920 | $3,985 | $47,819 |
| Kansas | $22.69 | $908 | $3,933 | $47,195 |
| Michigan | $22.26 | $890 | $3,858 | $46,301 |
| Kentucky | $22.20 | $888 | $3,848 | $46,176 |
| Louisiana | $21.92 | $877 | $3,799 | $45,594 |
| Georgia | $21.69 | $868 | $3,759 | $45,115 |
| Arkansas | $21.33 | $853 | $3,697 | $44,366 |
| West Virginia | $20.22 | $809 | $3,505 | $42,058 |
| Florida | $19.66 | $786 | $3,408 | $40,893 |
What to Do Next
- Use the roadmap to plan training and entry-level work: How to Become a Roofer
- Compare wages, benefits, and job stability: Union vs Non-Union Roofer Careers
- Find roofing programs and apprenticeships near you: Trade Schools & Apprenticeships Near Me
