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Roofers is a notable career in the 47 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Roofers against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 47-2181 |
| title | Roofers |
| onet code | 47-2181.00 |
| description | Cover roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials. May spray roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind, seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures. |
| job zone | 2 |
| major group | 47 |
| tot emp | 136,740 |
| a mean | 57,090 |
| a median | 50,970 |
| a pct10 | 37,060 |
| a pct25 | 45,300 |
| a pct75 | 64,010 |
| a pct90 | 80,780 |
| h mean | 27 |
| h median | 24 |
The day-to-day work of a roofers typically centers on inspect problem roofs to determine the best repair procedures. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Coordination, Critical Thinking, and Active Listening. Across the top 8 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 3.11 out of 5 — moderately weighted for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working roofers, the most common entry qualification is a High School Diploma (48.9%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 2% of incumbents. Most workers enter without a four-year degree, making this a relatively accessible career path.
Median annual pay is highest in Minnesota at $77,730 and lowest in Wyoming at $38,650 — a 2.0× spread. The top five states (Minnesota, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Illinois, New York) average $70,758. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | $77,730 | $72,580 | $45,320 | $97,180 | 2,010 |
| New Jersey | $73,410 | $72,480 | $39,130 | $101,980 | 1,870 |
| Massachusetts | $72,360 | $72,240 | $41,050 | $103,620 | 2,200 |
| Illinois | $66,940 | $70,890 | $45,340 | $103,670 | 6,070 |
| New York | $63,350 | $71,410 | $36,110 | $115,440 | 4,430 |
| Connecticut | $63,340 | $69,970 | $46,750 | $95,410 | 900 |
| Alaska | $63,120 | $65,620 | $50,210 | $86,950 | 310 |
| California | $63,040 | $68,080 | $47,090 | $95,080 | 21,110 |
| Washington | $60,330 | $66,430 | $46,700 | $99,380 | 4,840 |
| Delaware | $59,280 | $54,490 | $29,460 | $72,990 | 230 |
| Rhode Island | $58,510 | $60,070 | $39,540 | $79,170 | — |
| District of Columbia | $57,150 | $62,400 | $41,020 | $98,970 | 140 |
| Hawaii | $56,950 | $58,640 | $44,280 | $76,690 | 1,000 |
| Ohio | $56,420 | $58,550 | $38,960 | $79,680 | 4,230 |
| Oregon | $56,320 | $58,370 | $44,140 | $85,160 | 3,490 |
| Michigan | $56,290 | $58,780 | $40,010 | $78,290 | 3,150 |
| Colorado | $55,800 | $56,650 | $46,940 | $73,100 | 3,240 |
| Indiana | $55,640 | $56,020 | $38,160 | $77,010 | 2,880 |
| Vermont | $54,340 | $54,430 | $44,590 | $75,240 | 270 |
| Missouri | $53,430 | $59,770 | $39,270 | $82,990 | 2,050 |
| Maryland | $52,010 | $59,390 | $45,610 | $87,420 | 2,520 |
| New Hampshire | $50,250 | $52,860 | $44,600 | $64,980 | 320 |
| Maine | $49,990 | $52,710 | $43,330 | $64,470 | 600 |
| Utah | $49,800 | $52,750 | $33,770 | $78,640 | 2,940 |
| Wisconsin | $49,690 | $54,820 | $39,130 | $72,910 | 2,030 |
| Pennsylvania | $49,230 | $54,600 | $37,990 | $80,280 | 3,540 |
| Nevada | $49,180 | $55,630 | $36,640 | $75,700 | 2,230 |
| Montana | $49,020 | $52,920 | $45,350 | $65,140 | 360 |
| Virginia | $48,920 | $51,280 | $34,800 | $67,770 | 2,360 |
| South Dakota | $48,320 | $45,980 | $35,570 | $58,360 | 440 |
| Idaho | $48,140 | $50,290 | $34,240 | $68,640 | 1,070 |
| North Carolina | $48,090 | $49,870 | $35,820 | $61,890 | 3,340 |
| North Dakota | $47,840 | $54,750 | $40,630 | $78,680 | 310 |
| Kentucky | $47,620 | $49,420 | $37,500 | $63,100 | 1,080 |
| Georgia | $47,460 | $46,920 | $35,850 | $60,320 | 2,000 |
| Kansas | $47,400 | $53,810 | $37,500 | $80,490 | 1,130 |
| Iowa | $47,110 | $50,750 | $37,180 | $69,130 | 1,070 |
| Oklahoma | $47,020 | $47,000 | $31,480 | $61,930 | 940 |
| Florida | $46,230 | $47,420 | $31,270 | $62,640 | 23,610 |
| Arizona | $46,210 | $52,680 | $37,390 | $61,410 | 3,760 |
| Nebraska | $45,970 | $45,560 | $36,200 | $59,660 | 1,580 |
| South Carolina | $45,860 | $50,140 | $36,060 | $63,170 | 1,060 |
| Louisiana | $45,680 | $47,040 | $29,950 | $72,560 | 720 |
| Texas | $45,440 | $46,530 | $36,080 | $62,890 | 6,240 |
| Alabama | $45,220 | $47,750 | $35,690 | $60,750 | 1,010 |
| Arkansas | $45,120 | $43,840 | $29,590 | $59,720 | 860 |
| Tennessee | $44,780 | $45,730 | $31,370 | $60,680 | 2,340 |
| New Mexico | $44,440 | $42,340 | $29,500 | $49,300 | 1,070 |
| Mississippi | $40,480 | $43,630 | $29,070 | $55,320 | 460 |
| West Virginia | $39,420 | $42,430 | $27,420 | $58,910 | 470 |
| Wyoming | $38,650 | $43,080 | $36,630 | $57,000 | 270 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for roofers. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Aluminum Shingle Roofer or Asbestos Shingle Roofer frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Roofers compares to others in the 47 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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