Roofers pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for roofers is $36.83 an hour ($76,600 a year). About 1,860 people work in this job there.
That is 38% higher than the U.S. median ($55,440). New Jersey ranks 2nd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for roofers in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.75 | $45,230 |
| 25% of workers | $23.88 | $49,680 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.83 | $76,600 |
| 75% of workers | $47.96 | $99,760 |
| 90% of workers | $49.87 | $103,720 |
Roofers pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Trenton-Princeton | $82,100 | 140 |
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $77,990 | 90 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Carpenters | $64,010 |
| Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers | $75,080 |
| Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall | $52,750 |
| Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles | $59,840 |
| Construction Laborers | $64,060 |
| Electricians | $77,250 |
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $78,240 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $89,660 |
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