Roofers pay in Michigan
In Michigan, the median pay for roofers is $28.62 an hour ($59,530 a year). About 3,090 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($55,440). Michigan ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in Michigan
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $20.15 | $41,910 |
| 25% of workers | $23.02 | $47,890 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.62 | $59,530 |
| 75% of workers | $37.56 | $78,120 |
| 90% of workers | $38.59 | $80,270 |
Roofers pay in Michigan metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Flint | $70,760 | 120 |
| Detroit-Warren-Dearborn | $63,390 | 1,450 |
| Ann Arbor | $61,730 | 80 |
| Kalamazoo-Portage | $59,280 | 110 |
| Jackson | $58,320 | 80 |
| Saginaw | $57,300 | 50 |
| Traverse City | $50,720 | 60 |
| Lansing-East Lansing | $50,440 | 90 |
| Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood | $49,630 | 380 |
| Bay City | $48,000 | 50 |
Michigan unemployment rate: 5% (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 Michigan
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $61,680 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $58,440 |
| Tile and Stone Setters | $47,950 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $46,490 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $46,800 |
| Insulation Workers, Mechanical | $58,860 |
| Construction Laborers | $49,590 |
| Electricians | $76,270 |
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