Helpers--Roofers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for helpers--rooferss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
Job Outlook, 2024–2034
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034.
Salary Map
Brighter tiles = higher average pay; dashed tiles have no data. Click a state for details.
💰 Top 5 Highest-Paying States
- Utah$67,710
- California$58,790
- Colorado$56,230
- Georgia$47,700
- Ohio$47,200
📉 5 Lowest-Paying States
- Mississippi$31,660
- Missouri$34,580
- Arkansas$35,160
- Nevada$37,460
- Tennessee$37,770
State Rankings
| # | State | Mean | Median | Hourly | vs. U.S. | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Utah | $67,710 | $72,860 | $33 | +50% | 120 |
| 2 | California | $58,790 | $55,470 | $28 | +30.2% | 1,200 |
| 3 | Colorado | $56,230 | $55,860 | $27 | +24.5% | — |
| 4 | Georgia | $47,700 | $47,610 | $23 | +5.6% | — |
| 5 | Ohio | $47,200 | $46,600 | $23 | +4.5% | 490 |
| 6 | Washington | $46,430 | $44,520 | $22 | +2.8% | 110 |
| 7 | Oregon | $44,730 | $44,330 | $22 | -0.9% | 70 |
| 8 | Michigan | $44,010 | $41,750 | $21 | -2.5% | — |
| 9 | New Jersey | $43,930 | $42,670 | $21 | -2.7% | — |
| 10 | North Carolina | $43,300 | $44,120 | $21 | -4.1% | 270 |
| 11 | Iowa | $42,620 | $42,650 | $20 | -5.6% | — |
| 12 | Pennsylvania | $41,930 | $41,320 | $20 | -7.1% | 70 |
| 13 | South Carolina | $40,320 | $37,860 | $19 | -10.7% | 40 |
| 14 | Virginia | $40,260 | $46,030 | $19 | -10.8% | 110 |
| 15 | Texas | $39,860 | $38,430 | $19 | -11.7% | 590 |
| 16 | Oklahoma | $39,190 | $38,950 | $19 | -13.2% | 70 |
| 17 | Louisiana | $38,700 | $43,680 | $19 | -14.3% | 70 |
| 18 | Maryland | $38,640 | $34,830 | $19 | -14.4% | — |
| 19 | Alabama | $38,310 | $37,670 | $18 | -15.1% | 60 |
| 20 | New Mexico | $38,160 | $37,640 | $18 | -15.5% | 130 |
| 21 | Florida | $37,890 | $38,350 | $18 | -16.1% | 1,240 |
| 22 | Tennessee | $37,770 | $38,380 | $18 | -16.3% | 160 |
| 23 | Nevada | $37,460 | $37,430 | $18 | -17% | 30 |
| 24 | Arkansas | $35,160 | $35,950 | $17 | -22.1% | 110 |
| 25 | Missouri | $34,580 | $35,800 | $17 | -23.4% | — |
| 26 | Mississippi | $31,660 | $31,090 | $15 | -29.9% | — |
Top-Paying Metro Areas
Highest median pay among 18 metro areas.
| # | Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $58,090 | $63,690 | 100 |
| 2 | Salinas, CA | $55,470 | $56,980 | 30 |
| 3 | Fresno, CA | $51,170 | $51,010 | 50 |
| 4 | Canton-Massillon, OH | $50,430 | $47,800 | 30 |
| 5 | Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $47,610 | $48,420 | — |
| 6 | Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $47,090 | $43,540 | 90 |
| 7 | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $46,780 | $48,290 | 130 |
| 8 | Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $45,150 | $44,560 | 50 |
| 9 | Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC | $44,380 | $44,400 | 90 |
| 10 | Raleigh-Cary, NC | $44,130 | $44,190 | 70 |
Pay by Industry
Highest-paying industries employing helpers--rooferss (BLS OEWS, by median).
| # | Industry | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Roofing Contractors | $44,440 | $45,300 | 5,680 |
| 2 | Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors | $44,380 | $45,290 | 5,720 |
| 3 | Specialty Trade Contractors | $44,370 | $45,290 | 5,870 |
| 4 | Sector 23 - Construction | $44,240 | $45,240 | 5,930 |
| 5 | Cross-Industry, Private, Federal, State, and Local | $44,160 | $45,150 | 6,030 |
| 6 | Cross-industry, Private Ownership only | $44,160 | $45,150 | 6,020 |
| 7 | Building Equipment Contractors | $41,450 | $46,800 | 70 |
| 8 | Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors | $41,320 | $40,630 | 40 |
| 9 | Building Finishing Contractors | $35,110 | $44,210 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do helpers--roofers make in the U.S.?
The median helpers--roofers salary in the United States is $44,160 per year (mean $45,150), and about 80% earn between $30,140 and $62,400.
How much do helpers--roofers make per hour?
Roughly $22 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $45,150 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Which state pays helpers--roofers the most?
Utah has the highest average pay for helpers--roofers at $67,710 per year (median $72,860).
What is the job outlook for helpers--roofers?
Employment is projected to change +5.7% from 2024 to 2034 (Faster than average), with about 600 openings per year.