Roofers pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for roofers is $22.57 an hour ($46,940 a year). About 1,080 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($55,440). Kentucky ranks 42nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.38 | $38,220 |
| 25% of workers | $21.23 | $44,150 |
| Half of workers (median) | $22.57 | $46,940 |
| 75% of workers | $28.65 | $59,600 |
| 90% of workers | $31.48 | $65,470 |
Roofers pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $49,160 | 550 |
| Bowling Green | $48,680 | 50 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $46,630 | 230 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $52,680 |
| Construction Laborers | $45,710 |
| Electricians | $59,720 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $57,780 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $64,160 |
| Sheet Metal Workers | $60,680 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $48,110 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $50,200 |
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