Roofers pay in Indiana
In Indiana, the median pay for roofers is $27.88 an hour ($57,980 a year). About 2,980 people work in this job there.
That is 5% higher than the U.S. median ($55,440). Indiana ranks 22nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Indiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $19.15 | $39,830 |
| 25% of workers | $21.79 | $45,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.88 | $57,980 |
| 75% of workers | $36.64 | $76,210 |
| 90% of workers | $42.91 | $89,240 |
Roofers pay in Indiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| South Bend-Mishawaka | $62,400 | 200 |
| Evansville | $59,990 | 70 |
| Columbus | $59,400 | 50 |
| Elkhart-Goshen | $58,300 | 120 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood | $51,580 | 1,000 |
| Terre Haute | $49,700 | 80 |
| Bloomington | $49,530 | 90 |
| Fort Wayne | $48,830 | 270 |
| Lafayette-West Lafayette | $44,140 | 40 |
Indiana unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Indiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $62,870 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $72,220 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $54,630 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $50,720 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $49,810 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $48,450 |
| Construction Laborers | $50,070 |
| Electricians | $68,490 |
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