Roofers pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for roofers is $37.45 an hour ($77,900 a year). About 5,300 people work in this job there.
That is 41% higher than the U.S. median ($55,440). Illinois ranks 1st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $22.41 | $46,600 |
| 25% of workers | $27.81 | $57,850 |
| Half of workers (median) | $37.45 | $77,900 |
| 75% of workers | $49.54 | $103,040 |
| 90% of workers | $51.22 | $106,530 |
Roofers pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $82,090 | 3,900 |
| Springfield | $77,900 | 270 |
| Peoria | $76,610 | 160 |
| Decatur | $74,640 | 60 |
| Rockford | $65,100 | 180 |
| Champaign-Urbana | $60,150 | 70 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for roofers
- Typical education to start: No formal educational credential (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.3% over ten years, faster than average · about 12,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $79,000 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $69,880 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $100,400 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $53,000 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $63,180 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $67,160 |
| Construction Laborers | $60,690 |
| Electricians | $99,560 |
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